Benetech

Benetech has served as the project management leader of choice for a broad range of public and private entities, including major hospitals, casinos, school systems, and leading companies on the Gulf Coast, as well as for federal, and Louisiana state and local agencies.  Formed in 2001, Benetech has continued to provide clients with superior project management and construction management services. We assemble client specific project teams and then tailor our management process to suit each client’s unique needs. For each job we provide the right combination of skills and services. We have the experience and resources to meet these challenges in a timely, cost effective and professional manner.

 

Benetech LLC is a certified HubZone Business.

Core Values:

• We pursue excellence with transparent integrity.
• We build client-centered teams focused upon best practices.
• We listen carefully.
• We plan effectively.
• We execute efficiently.

 

Corporate Officer:

Bill Bennett – President

William (Bill) J. Bennett (a service disabled veteran) is chairman of The Board for Benetech LLC, a regional leader in project management and Construction services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. At the heart of this network is the utilization of local subcontractors who are working along with Benetech to provide customers with the best service in the region.

Mr. Bennett works diligently to encourage businesses to utilize the services that our country’s Service Disabled Veterans can provide to the community. Mr. Bennett is the qualifying party for the Construction License for the State of Louisiana. Bill has a BA in psychology from Southwestern University and a Masters Degree from Austin Presbyterian Seminary. Prior to his business career he served in the private sector as a minister and in the public sector most recently as a chaplain in the Texas Army National Guard. Prior to his service in the National Guard, Bill served seven years as a non commissioned officer in the U.S. Army Medical corps and on the faculty of the Academy of Health Sciences, at Ft. Sam Houston. Bill also served two years overseas in Thailand.

Bill is married to Marty and is the father of 4 children, and the grandfather of ten. He is an avid reader, enjoys playing golf, a friendly game of poker, and sailing.

 

Key Personnel:

Julie V. Ott - Chief Administrative Officer

Julie has been employed by Benetech since 2001 and is responsible for the administrative responsibilities of Benetech, LLC. Julie has extensive management background within varied sectors of industry including Property Management, Office Management, and Retail Management. In addition, Julie has broad management experience in administration, sales, organizational planning and business development. She has experience in managing multi-faceted organization from start-up, initiating business relationships, and implementing business administration.

James Book - Director of Construction Management

Jim has over 26 years experience in the construction industry. He is responsible for establishing and overseeing the Benetech construction department. Jim’s duties include assembling a top-notch team of professional field personnel and architects, capable of handling design, construction and project management for large-scale government and commercial contracts. Nature of work requires an inherently cohesive relationship with the client. Report to the President. Projects include LSU Medical Center, Roger Halphen Field, St. Bernard Port Transit Shed, USACE Storm Proofing, Round Springs - National Park Service.

Rebecca Fournet - Executive Assistant to Director of Construction

As Executive Assistant  to the Director of Construction, Rebecca provides administrative support including: planning, research, communications, recordkeeping, and project administration. 

Rebecca also provides support services to all executive staff.

Brooks Branham - Controller / IT Manager

Brooks has a Bachelors of Science in Accounting & Management Information Systems (MIS).  Brooks Coordinates and manages all office accounting functions, prepares internal financial reports and job cost accounting for all ongoing projects.  Brooks also coordinates the maintenance and operations of the companies IT functions. 

Brian Seay - Human Resource Manager/Safety Compliance Officer

Brian has hands-on construction and safety management with over 18 years experience in all facets of building,  successful completion history of multi-million dollar projects with proven track record of positive outcomes, experienced and well versed in safety compliance and administration, claims management and handling, incident investigation and root cause analysis, strong relationships with architects, engineers, vendors and suppliers, proficient in document preparation, government reporting, EEO and legal issues.

Petra Pays – Document Control

Petra is responsible for the management of all project documents, issuing purchase orders for jobs when needed and Petra interacts with vendors and clients via phone and correspondence.