Benton Adams
Lockport,LA
Summary
Results-driven civil construction leader with expertise in managing projects, ensuring quality control, and leading teams of over 15 in heavy machinery operations. Achieved consistent on-time project delivery under budget by 10% and maintained zero lost-time incidents through rigorous safety inspections and adherence to protocols.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Civil Superintendent
LA Contracting Enterprise
04.2024 - Current
- Oversaw civil construction projects including site preparation, grading, drainage systems, and utility installations for commercial and infrastructure developments.
- Led crews of 15+ in heavy equipment operations, ensuring on-time project delivery under budget by 10% through efficient resource allocation.
- Conducted daily safety inspections and enforced OSHA protocols, achieving zero lost-time incidents across multiple sites.
- Interpreted blueprints and coordinated with engineers to maintain precise grading using GPS, UTS,Laser.
- Managed material procurement and vendor negotiations, streamlining logistics to secure competitive supplier pricing.
- Trained and mentored team members on equipment maintenance and quality control, enhancing compliance with DOTD standards.
- Inspected completed work for quality, minimizing rework and boosting client satisfaction ratings.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop effective drilling plans and strategies for directional drilling.
Superintendent
T3 Global Projects
Thibodaux, LA
10.2021 - 04.2024
- Conducted regular turf field inspections to identify and address potential issues proactively.
- Inspect all work for quality to eliminate the need for return visits and/or re-work due to quality or customer satisfaction issues.
- Ensure that all work activities are carried out in a safe and efficient manner, and that all crew members are following government and company PPE standards.
- Installed sprinkler systems and drainage systems based on project specifications.
- Read grade stakes and work with grade checker, laser, or GPS to maintain grade.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Prepared sites, installed and maintained equipment, collaborated with team, transported materials, drove trucks, and ensured safety compliance.
Maintenance – Pipefitter
Brown & Root
Geismar, LA
11.2020 - 10.2021
- Adhered to company policies and procedures to ensure quality standards in all work.
- Implemented safety processes while handling hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery, preventing accidents.
- Monitored recording instruments, flow meters and panel lights to listen for warning signals.
- Accurately constructed scaffolding for confined spaces.
- Measured, threaded and cut materials to correct angles.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities and sizes of materials required.
- Identified and replaced worn or broken components, improving system functionality and extending equipment lifespan.
- Safely and accurately maintained deluge suppression systems and PIVs plant wide.
Supervisor
Berger Land Group
Thibodaux, LA
10.2017 - 11.2020
- Organized, led, and trained installation crews to complete projects within established guidelines and timeframes.
- Fostered strong customer relationships by addressing landscaping needs and resolving issues promptly.
- Designed landscaping solutions aligned with customer preferences, budget constraints, and local climate conditions.
- Satisfied clients by closely following landscaping designs when laying new sod and planning diverse flowers and foliage.
- Improved shape and growth of trees, shrubs, and flowers with proactive trimming.
- Enhanced lawn and plant vitality by applying fertilizers consistently.
- Ensured optimal equipment performance through regular maintenance and timely repairs.
- Maintained lawn aesthetics by routinely mowing and watering.
- Regulated weed presence through hands-on removal and targeted chemical treatments.
Mechanic
Neil's Small Engines
Thibodaux, LA
08.2016 - 09.2017
- Diagnosed problems via manual, visual, and computer-assisted methods.
- Diagnosed repair needs and system issues based on service records and industry expertise.
- Communicated with customers to provide competitive price quotes and estimated labor times.
- Executed repairs on mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems of machinery, ensuring optimal equipment performance.
- Uphold recordkeeping requirements by documenting all repair work.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks, including oil changes, tune-ups, and alignments.
- Negotiated favorable pricing on parts, supported by strong supplier relationships.
- Completed frequent basic repairs on different makes and models, servicing brakes, charging air compressors, and changing engine oil.
- Tested electronic computer components in automobiles to ensure proper operation.
Education
Thibodaux High School -
Thibodaux High School
Thibodaux, LASkills
- Quality control
- Site safety management
- Logistics coordination
- Critical thinking
- Project planning
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Communication
- Surveying techniques
Certification
- OSHA 30
- TWIC
- NTS
- Louisiana DOTD Traffic Supervisor
- Heavy Equipment
Timeline
Civil Superintendent
LA Contracting Enterprise
04.2024 - Current
Superintendent
T3 Global Projects
10.2021 - 04.2024
Maintenance – Pipefitter
Brown & Root
11.2020 - 10.2021
Supervisor
Berger Land Group
10.2017 - 11.2020
Mechanic
Neil's Small Engines
08.2016 - 09.2017
Thibodaux High School -
Thibodaux High School