Our Company
Our Company
Vortex Civil is a leading utility contracting firm dedicated to constructing cutting-edge civil infrastructure that empowers communities. Based in the Research Triangle of North Carolina, we specialize in water, wet utilities and stormwater drainage construction. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional results, utilizing innovative techniques and state-of-the-art technology to build sustainable and reliable utility systems.
The Vortex Mission
Our mission at Vortex Civil is to be an essential component in the positive transformation of our communities through excellence in the development of durable and sustainable civil infrastructure solutions.
The Vortex Vision
Our vision at Vortex Civil is to be the preferred strategic wet utilities and stormwater drainage partner for our customers for large-scale civil infrastructure projects in the southeastern United States by leveraging our unique combination of expertise, dedication to quality, and customer focus.
Our Partners
Vortex Civil Infrastructure is proud to be a strategic partner for some of the United States’ leading heavy construction firms. The Vortex team has specialized skills, industry knowledge, and a culture of collaboration that allows us to exceed expectations in the work we do.
There are countless reasons our partners may seek us out- expertise, resources, risk mitigation, market access, operational efficiencies, competitive advantages, and business continuity to name a few. Regardless of the motivation, working with Vortex is guaranteeing quality, safety, and world-class civil infrastructure that will stand the test of time.
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Our Leadership
Kevin Harrington, President
Originally from Scotland, Kevin emigrated to the United States in 2001. Prior to founding Vortex, Kevin worked in corporate finance/development roles in London and the US. Kevin has an MA Economics, is married, and has three children.
Duncan Birne, Chief Executive Officer
Duncan is a seasoned executive with more than twenty years of experience in the Contract and Outsourcing industries. He has held senior roles in Corporate Development, Finance, and Operations. As the CEO of Vortex, Duncan is tasked with steering the company’s strategic vision and upholding robust foundations that ensure the safe, high-quality, and timely fulfillment of our customer commitments.
Gary Murray, Chief Operating Officer
Gary is an accomplished Chief Operating Officer with extensive experience in the construction industry. With a career spanning over 30 years, Gary has established a reputation for driving operational excellence and leading high-performing teams in delivering complex civil construction projects.
Donald Gipson, Director of Business Development
Donald Gipson is a seasoned Business Development professional with a proven track record in driving growth in companies from a wide range of industries. A 1998 graduate of Gettysburg College with extensive experience collaborating on high-impact projects with leading companies such as Honeywell, Fram, and Cummins, Donald has demonstrated a unique ability to forge strategic partnerships and deliver exceptional results.
David Smith, Senior Project Manager
A 1985 graduate of UNC Chapel Hill, David is a highly skilled Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in manufacturing, distribution, and installation of water, sewer, storm drainage, and pump systems. David is well known in the civil construction industry for delivering large-scale projects and has a proven track record that spans almost 4 decades.
Robin Dean, Office Manager
Robin brings over a decade of expertise in Human Resources and Accounting, having worked with several industry-leading companies. Since joining Vortex in October 2022, she has leveraged her extensive background to drive excellence in our HR and financial operations. Her comprehensive experience and dedication make her a vital asset to our team.