Partnerships in Construction: Unlock Industry Insights & Resources for Success
Turner Industries Group explains various aspects on industrial construction from Turner's perspective and career prospects for newcomers in the industry.
Stephen Toups, Chief Executive Officer, Turner Industrial
Engage in a thought-provoking discussion with Stephen Toups, President and CEO of Turner Industries Group, LLC, as he explores various aspects of industrial construction and along with promising strategies for success in the industry.
Key highlights include:
- Heavy industrial construction outlook
- Workforce trends and challenges
- The vital role of industry & education collaboration in addressing workforce challenges
- Turner Industries Group’s collaborative best practices
- Opportunities for involvement
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About the speaker

Stephen Toups, Chief Executive Officer, Turner Industrial
Stephen Toups is the Chief Executive Officer of Turner Industries Group, a national industrial contractor, and has been with the company for 25 years serving in many capacities.
He recently served as national chairman of the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER), on the Executive Committee for the (AFPM) American Fuels and Petrochemical Manufacturers, and on the board of the (ECC) Engineering and Construction Contracting Association.
Past service also includes the board of the Rice University Global Engineering & Construction Forum; chairman of the CEO’s Against Cancer for the Gulf Coast, and past chairman for the LCTCS Foundation Board of Directors.
He was recognized by the Associated Builders and Contractors as the “Construction Leader of the year” and named one of the Top 10 “Breakout Technology Leaders” in the nation by the Global CIO Summit. Toups graduated from Louisiana State University, receiving his MBA and undergraduate degree.
Mr. Toups was appointed on January 11, 2008, and his service end date is July 1, 2025. He served as Chair of the Board from 2018-2020.