Ben Klophaus is a seasoned Project Manager at Granite Construction since June 2023, bringing over a decade of experience from Lockheed Martin where roles included Project Engineering Manager and various project engineering positions. Notable achievements at Lockheed Martin encompass leading Manufacturing Readiness activities for the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI), implementing a virtual inspection effort that saved over $15 million, and successfully managing production operations to meet stringent program milestones. With a Master's degree in Engineering Management from the University of Colorado Boulder and a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management and Information Systems from Penn State University, Ben Klophaus demonstrates a strong foundation in engineering and supply chain management.