about us

The Story of Benchmark

Benchmark Building & Construction was founded in 2007 based on the core values of quality, honesty, and hard work. And through these values Benchmark is consistently associated with high standards of service, integrity and merit. Benchmark is a business based on trust. We are proactive in finding solutions for our clients that not only achieve their goal, but gives them the best value product. We understand that lasting relationships are the foundation of our success, and our primary goal is to help each of our clients achieve their vision. We do this by carefully managing the details and complexities of each project, and communicating constantly with all team members. Benchmark’s insistence on quality service, hard work, and responsiveness to client needs has led to its success in a competitive industry. The company’s ability to find and serve diverse markets, address changing conditions and demands, and expand its services has resulted in the company growing beyond its founders’ dreams.

FOUNDER / PRESIDENT

Katherine Simmerman-Morgan

Katie graduated Cum Laude from Texas A&M University in 2004, with a Bachelor degree in Business Management. She successfully managed her family’s Fitness Center in Cleburne, TX for 8 years and established a strong network of relationships within the community. In 2007, Katie put her management skills and relationships to work by utilizing JW’s knowledge and experience in the construction industry and establishing Benchmark Building and Construction. Together, Katie and JW have built a company they are proud of.

VICE President

j.W. Morgan

JW Morgan, a Navy veteran, graduated from the University of Texas in Arlington in 2004, with a Bachelor degree in Business Management. He has over 20 years of experience in the construction industry. After graduating from college, he worked his way up at B’s Fab and Mechanical from a laborer to the Operations Manager/Projects Purchasing Manager. In 2007, JW took a leap of faith with Katie and went back to work with his tools. Starting over as a laborer, JW truly established Benchmark’s core values of quality, honesty and hard work. One client at a time, one employee at a time, JW now manages a great crew of leaders to make Benchmark grow and thrive on its original roots.

Licensed AMP, Septic Installer II, SE & RS

Hunter Ryan

Hunter Ryan Graduated from Harding University where he played football and threw discus and hammer for the track team. After College he realized he wanted to accomplish more than continue to sit in a class room. Having worked in construction since he was 18 years old, he turned to what he knew. He then worked his way up from laborer to Operations/Sales Manager for RC Clayton Contracting. During his time there, he was able to amass a wide range of experience from small scale remodels to large-scale commercial buildouts. In 2020 he also started a painting and specialty coatings company which opened the doors further into the commercial world of construction. Hunter embodies the core values Benchmark was founded upon and continues to push the needle forward on developing relationships and cultivating a company that strives to provide value beyond expectation to its customers.

OUR EXPERTISE

Building Beyond Boundaries

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2007

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Dedicated employees from TX to VA

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260+

Projects completed in 2024

TESTIMONIALS

What our clients say

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With plans to build our forever home we contacted Benchmark Building & Construction in hopes of getting a bid on a set of house plans that we were really in love with. Little did we know how much we would really get when we decided to have Benchmark Building & Construction build our home. Working with JW, Katie, and Jon was an amazing experience and the process was not only stress free, but enjoyable. We got everything that we wanted in our new home plus more. After our home was finished we called them back to build a metal building shop for us because of the quality of work they did on our new home. We can’t say enough about how much we love our new home and how much we loved working with the Benchmark crew! If you are looking to build a new home or shop..or anything…give them a call!!

Michael & Jennifer W.
Cleburne, TX
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From the first time my husband and I met with JW Morgan at Benchmark Building and Construction until the day we moved into our new home we were extremely satisfied with the entire building process.  Using a picture from the Internet and a piece of paper with a “rough” sketch of the interior, JW was able to build our dream home. We were very fortunate to work with Jon Eide who patiently answered my numerous texts and phone calls along the way.  Anytime I had a question about where we stood on our budget, Katie would promptly provide me with an easy to understand spreadsheet.  While building our house we were faced with a devastating personal loss. The support from Benchmark Building and Construction extended far beyond that of a builder and customer relationship.  I have always heard building a house is stressful, but Benchmark Building and Construction took away the stress and made the process easy and enjoyable!   Not only do we have a beautiful home, we have a builder who is still accessible to us and stands behind his product. Thank you Benchmark Building and Construction for making our dream come true!

Teri B.
Waco, TX
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Our experience with Benchmark Construction is exceptional – they are professional and a pleasure to do business with. Benchmark pays attention to detail and provides a high quality craftsmanship. The workmen are competent, reliable and safety minded. We look forward to the next project.

Lyness Construction
Cleburne, TX
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“We had the pleasure of working with Benchmark our dream garage. We needed a large clear span metal building and we weren't really finding what we wanted on the market. J.W. worked with us through spacial concerns until we found the right solution. J.W.'s dedication and his crew's care and skill are unmatched. They took our vision and turned it into a reality. We're thrilled with our new shop.”

Tom M.
Harlingen, TX