Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Construction Solutions
Since 2011, Benchmark Contracting has been a trusted name in commercial construction management, delivering precision and quality across diverse projects. Our expertise spans earthwork, grading, utility installation, and synthetic turf field infrastructure, supported by advanced technologies like TOPCON and Trimble grade control systems. With founder Kelly Fitzpatricks 23 years of industry experience, we ensure daily on-site leadership, coordinating crews, subcontractors, and consultants to optimize project efficiency. Our client roster includes public institutions, school districts, and major corporations, reflecting our commitment to excellence in every project.We specialize in complex tasks like cement-treated base stabilization and deep-hole excavations, addressing the unique challenges of Pacific Northwest soils. By maintaining in-house crews and cutting-edge equipment, we provide reliable, scalable solutions tailored to commercial civil projects. Our focus on transparency, technical innovation, and hands-on management has solidified our reputation as a leader in the construction sector.
Services
Excavation & Grading
Utility Installation
Synthetic Turf Fields
Cement Treated Base
Pit & Deep Hole Excavation
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 23 years of commercial construction experience with daily owner oversight.
- Our team utilizes advanced TOPCON and Trimble grade control systems for precision.
- We specialize in synthetic turf aggregate base work for sports fields.
- Our in-house crews handle complex projects like cement-treated base stabilization.
- We serve public and private clients across Oregons commercial construction sector.
Services
Excavation & Grading
Our excavation and grading services utilize TOPCON and Trimble systems for precise land shaping. We handle large-scale projects, including complex grading for roadways and synthetic turf fields. Our equipment and in-house expertise ensure efficient, accurate results for commercial sites.
Utility Installation
We install sanitary sewers, storm drainage, and waterlines for public and private developments. From new water mains to stormwater detention systems, our crews deliver durable, code-compliant utility infrastructure tailored to project needs.
Synthetic Turf Fields
Specializing in synthetic turf aggregate base work, we prepare subgrades and install sub-drainage systems. With over 3 million square feet completed, our expertise ensures stable, long-lasting sports field foundations for schools and parks.
Cement Treated Base
We stabilize moisture-sensitive soils using cement-treated base applications. This method reinforces subgrades for roadways, parking lots, and turf fields, providing durable support in challenging Pacific Northwest conditions.
Pit & Deep Hole Excavation
Our team manages complex deep-hole excavations with in-house dewatering and shoring systems. These projects address large-scale infrastructure needs, ensuring safety and precision in high-risk environments like utility vault installations.
People
Kelly Fitzpatrick
Owner/Project Manager
Kelly Fitzpatrick founded Benchmark Contracting after 23 years in commercial construction, including 20 in management. He holds a Construction Engineering Management degree from Oregon State University and oversees daily operations as project manager and superintendent.
Questions
What services does Benchmark Contracting offer?
We provide excavation, grading, utility installation, synthetic turf field bases, and cement-treated subgrades for commercial construction projects.
How long has Benchmark Contracting been in business?
We’ve served Oregon’s construction sector since 2011, with founder Kelly Fitzpatrick’s 23 years of industry experience.
Do you specialize in synthetic turf fields?
Yes, we’ve prepared over 3 million square feet of synthetic turf sports fields with drainage systems.
What areas do you serve?
We work throughout Oregon, including Lake Oswego, Portland, Oregon City, and Tualatin.
Can you handle complex excavation projects?
Yes, we manage deep-hole excavations with in-house dewatering and shoring systems for safety and precision.
