Employee Spotlight: Ben Bricker

In this month’s employee spotlight, we connected with Ben Bricker — a superintendent for One Development & Construction — to learn more about his role with the company and more.

Q: How long have you been working at One DC?

A: Since December of 2023.

Q: What brought you to One/how did you get your start here?

A: I worked for ODC and ELM as a site-work subcontractor from 2018-2021. Since then, I’ve stayed in contact with Derek Helie, who ultimately offered me a job at ODC in late 2023. Fun fact: I worked with Dave Prentice and Brad Miller back in 2014 on an O’Leary project.

Q: Can you tell us a little about your role at One DC?

A: As a superintendent, my role is: to oversee the day-to-day operations and safety of the project, direct management of subcontractors, project planning and coordination and serve as the on-site point of contact for the client.

Q: What are some of the things you enjoy most about working at One?

A: I enjoy the people I work with. Dave Prentice and Santiago Perez are a pleasure to work with, and their support was vital during the first phase of the project. I also enjoy the ability to self-perform small projects as needed.

Q: What has been one of your most rewarding experiences at One?

A: My current project’s first milestone was based on a very aggressive schedule that required unorthodox and creative solutions to meet. It wouldn’t have been possible without the hard work by: Derek Helie, Tim Rzeszutek and Fred Benda.

Q: What do you like to do when you’re not working?

A: I enjoy spending time with my wife, working outdoors and target shooting.

Q: Do you have a particular hobby or talent that co-workers may not know about?

A: I’m left-handed.