Ben Houghton is an accomplished construction and real estate executive search professional currently serving as Project Director at Kaye/Bassman International since August 2024. Houghton specializes in recruiting top-tier talent for industry-leading companies across Texas, focusing on roles such as Vice President of Construction, Project Executive, and various superintendent and project management positions. Prior experience includes serving as Principal Consultant at LVI Associates, where Houghton was recognized as Dallas Rookie of the Year 2023, and held multiple consulting roles in commercial and multifamily construction. Houghton also has a strong background in music education, having served as a teacher and percussion specialist with significant achievements in various school districts. Houghton earned a Bachelor of Education in Music Education from The University of Texas at Austin in 2015.