Varco Pruden (VP) Buildings today announced the appointment of Kent Mason as general manager for its northern region, effective October 1, 2014. In his new role, Mason will oversee all operations, financial management, staffing, top-level customer service and overall business direction and growth for the region. Mason is replacing Rod Huse who is retiring this year. He will be based in Evansville, Wis. and report directly to Chuck Haslebacher, president of VP.

“We’re excited to promote Kent to this position. His deep experience and smart approach to business will add immediate value across the northern region,” said Haslebacher.

Mason began his construction career as a superintendent and project manager. In 1984, he began his pre-engineered building career as a project manager and district manager for a steel company. Mason joined VP Buildings in 1991 as a district manager and has been sales manager for the northern region since 2005.

“I’m honored with the opportunity to build on the great momentum the northern region has experienced over the past several years under Rod’s leadership,” said Mason. “I look forward to working with the team, both in Evansville and throughout VP, and delivering our builders quality products and services,” said Mason.

Mason holds a Bachelor of Science degree in marketing from Arizona State University.