Seasoned Project Manager - Industrial & Energy Construction

BENJAMIN L. DEAKLE

Chipley, FL **********@*****.*** • 850-***-**** linkedin.com/in/benjamin-deakle- 0535ba210

PROJECT MANAGER INDUSTRIAL, COMMERCIAL

& ENERGY CONSTRUCTION

Project Manager with 15+ years of experience leading large-scale construction projects across industrial, commercial, energy, and infrastructure sectors. Strong background in structural steel, rigging, shutdowns, and multi-discipline field operations. Skilled in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor coordination, and risk management. Known for delivering projects safely, efficiently, and in alignment with scope, quality, and client expectations. Brings a hands-on leadership style and deep understanding of how planning decisions impact field execution.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Project Planning & Execution

• Budgeting & Cost Control

• Scheduling & Critical Path Coordination

• Subcontractor & Vendor Management

• Risk Identification & Mitigation

• OSHA Compliance & Safety Leadership

• Structural Steel & Rigging Operations

• Quality Assurance / Quality Control

• Client & Stakeholder Communication

• Procore & Construction Documentation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Site Superintendent

Killian Construction Co. Dec 2024 – Aug 2025

• Directed field operations from mobilization through closeout, ensuring alignment with project schedule and scope.

• Coordinated subcontractors, inspections, materials, and equipment to maintain workflow and productivity.

• Identified risks early and implemented corrective actions to protect schedule and budget.

• Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards across all phases of construction.

Structural Superintendent

Lexicon Inc. Jan 2024 – Dec 2024

• Oversaw structural steel erection and rigging operations on major industrial projects.

• Collaborated with project managers to plan work sequences, forecast labor/material needs, and maintain budget alignment.

• Conducted daily progress reviews and ensured compliance with design specifications and quality requirements.

• Led safety initiatives and maintained OSHA-compliant job sites. Iron/Rigging Superintendent

Bechtel Construction Oct 2017 – Aug 2019

• Managed daily job site operations, including personnel, materials, equipment, and subcontractor coordination.

• Monitored budget performance and prevented cost overruns through proactive planning and oversight.

• Conducted safety meetings and enforced OSHA compliance across all crews.

• Delivered high-quality work on schedule for complex industrial projects. Senior General Foreman – Iron/Rigging

Zachry Construction Jul 2016 – Sep 2017

• Led 18 iron and rigging crews on hybrid power plant construction.

• Managed material purchasing, equipment allocation, quality control, and production tracking.

• Coordinated workflow across multiple crews and ensured alignment with project schedule.

• Promoted safety culture and ensured compliance with OSHA standards. Iron Worker Foreman

Fluor Construction Nov 2014 – Jun 2015

• Planned and executed daily work schedules for a 17-man crew on LNG plant construction.

• Ensured quality, productivity, and safety for all assigned personnel.

• Communicated progress and challenges to project management. Iron Worker Foreman

Bechtel Construction Feb 2013 – Aug 2014

• Led a 22-man crew performing structural and rigging work.

• Maintained safety oversight for all personnel and surrounding trades.

• Delivered work to project specifications and deadlines. General Foreman – Iron

Titan Construction Sep 2012 – Jan 2013

• Supervised three iron/rigging crews performing shutdown repairs and upgrades at power plants across Kentucky.

• Coordinated schedules, materials, and equipment to support project goals. Iron Worker Foreman

KBR Corporation Mar 2012 – Sep 2012

• Managed a 15-man crew performing shutdown repair and refit work on Kentucky power plants.

• Ensured safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of all assigned tasks. General Foreman – Iron/Rigging

Southern Erectors Jun 2011 – Feb 2012

• Directed four iron/rigging crews performing refinery repair and refit projects along the Eastern Seaboard.

• Coordinated daily work plans, safety compliance, and quality control. General Foreman – Iron/Rigging

KBR Construction Aug 2015 – Aug 2015

• Oversaw seven iron/rigging crews performing shutdown upgrades at power plants across the Southeast.

• Ensured safe, timely, and compliant execution of all work activities. EDUCATION

Bachelor of Applied Science, Construction Management University of Alabama Bachelor of Applied Science, Business Management University of Alabama LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

• PMP Certified

• NCCER Journeyman Ironworker

• NCCER Journeyman Rigger

• NCCER Signalman

• NCCER Advanced Journeyman Ironworker/Rigger

• OSHA 10

• OSHA 30

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