Mr. James Lloyd became the Memphis District’s deputy for project management in January 2016. He is responsible for the development and execution of the district’s annual civil works construction and maintenance program budget.
As the senior civilian advisor to the Memphis District commander, Mr. Lloyd helps lead the district in carrying out its responsibilities for flood damage reduction, navigation, environmental stewardship, emergency operations, other authorized civil works; and work for others along 610 miles of the Mississippi and White Rivers, encompassing a 25,000 square mile area in six states: Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas, Kentucky, Tennessee and Mississippi.
Mr. Lloyd has 36 years of service with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and has held a variety of positions in the offices of Project Management and Emergency Operations. His range of experience includes ground water protection and water supply, navigation harbor construction, flood risk management, environmental compliance, and planning for emergency preparedness. For the last 15 years, Mr. Lloyd has worked in the Project Management Branch. He has served as the branch chief for the past 9 years.
Mr. Lloyd is a graduate of The University of Memphis where he earned a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in civil engineering. He is a licensed professional engineer in the state of Tennessee; a member of the Society of American Military Engineers, Memphis Post; and a member of the Memphis Engineers Club.
Mr. Lloyd is a lifelong Memphian. He and his wife Linda enjoy concerts and theater. His hobbies include spending time at the gym and golfing.