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Ben Miller

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

Skilled and results-driven construction professional with 15+ years of experience managing complex plumbing and construction projects. Proven leadership in directing field teams of 30+, overseeing multimillion-dollar budgets, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Adept in project estimation, Trimble layout and digital coordination, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration. Recognized as a trusted advisor to company leadership with a strong reputation for operational excellence, technology integration, and people-centered leadership.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Project Estimator

Gordon Plumbing
01.2022 - Current
  • - Manage estimates for commercial and healthcare facility projects ranging from $100K to $3M.
  • - Oversee multiple Project Managers to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and resource coordination.
  • - Design plumbing systems for design-build projects across medical offices, dental clinics, and retirement communities.
  • - Cultivate strong relationships with vendors, subcontractors, and general contractors to drive business development.
  • - Serve as trusted advisor and operational lead to company President.

Project Manager / Trimble Layout Technician

Gordon Plumbing
06.2015 - Current
  • -Used Trimble layout tools to perform accurate site positioning and model verification on projects.
  • - Maintained project timelines and budgets, coordinated field teams, and ensured on-site resource availability.
  • - Used Trimble robotic total station and AutoCAD to conduct precise layouts for slab-on-grade and multi-story decks.
  • - Provided 24/7 support to field foremen, ensuring projects ran smoothly and client expectations were exceeded.

Foreman

Gordon Plumbing
03.2014 - 06.2015
  • - Led large-scale construction projects including a multi-story, 134-room senior living facility.
  • - Supervised field crews, enforced safety protocols, and maintained high standards of craftsmanship.

Plumbing Apprentice

Gordon Plumbing
12.2011 - 03.2014
  • - Progressed through PHCC Mechanical Skills Program and gained hands-on experience in commercial plumbing systems.

Education

Plumbing Contractor License - Plumbing

PHCC Mechanical Skills Program
Indianapolis, IN
01-2014

Skills

  • Blueprint reading & interpretation
  • Trimble Total Stations, and Robotic Layout
  • Project Budgeting & Cost Control
  • OSHA 10 & 30 Safety Compliance
  • Project layout, measurement & site preparation
  • Vendor & Contractor Relations
  • Team Leadership (5–30 staff)
  • Cross-Department Coordination
  • Business Development & Client Relations
  • Robotic Total Station & Field Layout

Certification

  • OSHA 10
  • OSHA 30

Timeline

Senior Project Estimator

Gordon Plumbing
01.2022 - Current

Project Manager / Trimble Layout Technician

Gordon Plumbing
06.2015 - Current

Foreman

Gordon Plumbing
03.2014 - 06.2015

Plumbing Apprentice

Gordon Plumbing
12.2011 - 03.2014

Plumbing Contractor License - Plumbing

PHCC Mechanical Skills Program