Benson Baby
Fort McMurray
Summary
Geotechnical Construction Monitor and Materials Testing Technician with experience performing field density testing, geotechnical instrumentation monitoring, and QA/QC inspection on large-scale civil and industrial construction projects including oil sands mine sites, municipal infrastructure, road expansions, culvert replacements, and landfill developments. Experienced in working with engineered fill materials, aggregates, and soil testing while ensuring compliance with engineering specifications. Certified with Canadian Council of Independent Laboratories (CCIL) for Construction Materials Testing and trained in multiple industrial safety programs through Energy Safety Canada. Skilled in field documentation, compaction verification, and coordinating with engineers and contractors in high-safety industrial environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Geotechnical Construction Monitor
Terracon Geotechnique Ltd.
Fort McMurray
04.2025 - Current
- Perform geotechnical construction monitoring on large-scale mine site infrastructure and industrial construction projects.
- Conduct field density and moisture testing using nuclear density gauge to verify compaction requirements.
- Monitor placement and compaction of engineered fill materials and aggregates including gravel, clay, and limestone.
- Assist with monitoring geotechnical instrumentation such as piezometers used for groundwater and soil performance monitoring.
- Inspect excavation, grading, and subgrade preparation to ensure compliance with geotechnical recommendations.
- Prepare daily field reports documenting observations, testing results, and construction activities.
- Work closely with engineers, contractors, and site supervisors to maintain quality control and safety compliance.
Materials Testing Technician
XE Inspection
Edmonton
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Performed field testing for soil, asphalt, and concrete materials on civil infrastructure projects.
- Conducted compaction testing and moisture-density testing using nuclear density gauge.
- Worked on large-scale infrastructure projects including municipal road expansions, culvert replacement projects, landfill development sites, and other civil construction works.
- Verified compaction and material compliance with engineering specifications.
- Documented test results and prepared field reports for project engineers.
Executive Housekeeping Manager
Saskatoon Inn & Conference Centre
Saskatoon
06.2022 - 09.2024
- Supervised daily operations and coordinated teams of over 40 staff members.
- Managed scheduling, quality control, and operational planning in a fast-paced environment.
- Developed strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.
Education
Diploma - Hotel & Restaurant Management
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Saskatoon, SaskatchewanSkills
- Geotechnical Construction Monitoring
- Compaction & Density Testing
- Nuclear Density Gauge Operation
- Soil Testing
- Asphalt Testing
- Concrete Testing
- Earthworks Inspection
- Geotechnical Instrumentation Monitoring
- QA/QC Field Inspection
- Construction Documentation
- Reporting
Certification
- Canadian Council of Independent Laboratories, Construction Materials Testing (Concrete Level II)
- Energy Safety Canada, Common Safety Orientation
- H2S Alive
- OHS Alberta Legislation Awareness
- Silica Awareness
- Nuclear Gauge Awareness
- NORM Awareness
- Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness
- Intermediate Wildlife Awareness
- Air Purifying Respirator Training
- Slips, Trips and Fall Protection
- WHMIS 2015
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)
Timeline
Geotechnical Construction Monitor
Terracon Geotechnique Ltd.
04.2025 - Current
Materials Testing Technician
XE Inspection
08.2024 - 03.2025
Executive Housekeeping Manager
Saskatoon Inn & Conference Centre
06.2022 - 09.2024
Diploma - Hotel & Restaurant Management
Saskatchewan Polytechnic