Business Details
33 Years
experience
Setting the Standard in Commercial Construction
BENCHMARK Construction was founded in 1993 with a vision to deliver professional construction services rooted in creativity and integrity. Our approach emphasizes proactive communication, fostering long-term client relationships, and maintaining environmental responsibility as a core business principle. Through strong partnerships with design professionals, subcontractors, and vendors, we ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery across diverse sectors. Our team combines decades of collective experience with a commitment to transparency, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions that align with their program requirements, budget, and schedule.We prioritize early-phase collaboration to identify potential challenges, implement sustainable practices, and optimize project outcomes. With a focus on institutional, educational, commercial, industrial, historic, and retail projects throughout Maine and New England, we remain dedicated to advancing our community impact through strategic partnerships and apprenticeship programs that support industry growth.
Services
Pre-Construction
Construction Management
Design/Build
General Contracting
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer over 29 years of experience in commercial construction across diverse sectors.
- Our comprehensive services include Construction Management, Design/Build, and General Contracting.
- We prioritize proactive communication to ensure client satisfaction and project success.
- Our commitment to environmental responsibility guides sustainable construction practices.
- We maintain strong partnerships with design professionals and subcontractors for efficient project delivery.
Services
Pre-Construction
Our Pre-Construction services focus on budget development, scheduling, and scope definition to align projects with client goals. We implement value engineering and site evaluations to optimize costs while ensuring compliance with permitting requirements. By engaging early, we help clients secure financing faster and avoid delays through proactive communication and reporting systems that identify risks before construction begins.
Construction Management
BENCHMARK's Construction Management approach emphasizes flexibility, transparency, and collaborative problem-solving. We coordinate design teams and local authorities from project inception, ensuring cost control and schedule adherence. Our process includes weekly meetings, constructability reviews, and integrated budgeting to deliver complex projects efficiently while maintaining open communication with stakeholders throughout the construction lifecycle.
Design/Build
The Design/Build service combines architectural, engineering, and construction expertise under a single agreement. This streamlined method ensures quality control, cost efficiency, and schedule reliability by eliminating traditional phase gaps. Our team collaborates closely with clients to integrate sustainable technologies and energy-efficient systems while maintaining strict adherence to project parameters from concept to completion.
General Contracting
As General Contractors, we manage all aspects of construction delivery while upholding our commitment to quality, budget, and schedule. Our approach includes coordinating subcontractors, overseeing design teams, and maintaining transparent communication with owners. With over 29 years of experience, we ensure seamless project execution for clients who prefer this traditional delivery method while applying industry best practices to achieve 100% client satisfaction.
People
Sam Rush
Chief Executive Officer
Sam Rush, CEO of BENCHMARK Construction, transitioned from Project Manager to owner in 2016. His expertise in managing complex projects and fostering client relationships has driven the company's growth. Sam prioritizes long-term partnerships with owners and subcontractors while balancing professional leadership with family life in Round Pond, Maine.
Jason Jendrasko
President
Jason Jendrasko, President of BENCHMARK Construction, brings extensive experience across estimating, project management, and safety oversight. With over a decade at the company, he focuses on operational excellence and community engagement. Jason resides in Portland, Maine, with his family and actively contributes to local initiatives through volunteer work.
Jamie Cook
Controller
Jamie Cook, BENCHMARK's Controller since 1993, provides financial leadership with decades of industry experience. As a founding team member, she ensures operational efficiency and fiscal accountability while supporting both internal processes and client needs. Jamie resides in Standish, Maine, and enjoys outdoor recreation across Maine's seasons.
Questions
What services does BENCHMARK Construction offer?
We provide Construction Management, Design/Build, and General Contracting services for institutional, educational, commercial, industrial, historic, and retail projects across Maine and New England.
How does BENCHMARK ensure project success?
Our communication-driven approach identifies risks early, integrates sustainable practices, and maintains strict budget and schedule controls through proactive collaboration with clients and partners.
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize in commercial, institutional, educational, industrial, historic, and retail construction projects, leveraging decades of experience across diverse sectors.
Do you work outside of Maine?
Yes, we serve clients throughout New England in addition to our home state of Maine, delivering consistent quality and service standards across all regions.
How does BENCHMARK support community development?
We support local organizations through partnerships and apprenticeship programs that promote workforce growth and sustainable industry practices in the communities we serve.
