Commitment.
Results.
New Look, Same Team
Welcome to Benton Engineering!
For over 55 years, Benton Engineering (previously Benton & Associates, Inc.) has built a strong reputation for providing reliable and cost-effective engineering and infrastructure solutions to our clients. While our name and logo has recently evolved, our unwavering commitment to serving our clients and the communities we work in remains unchanged.
As you navigate our new website, you’ll undoubtedly encounter familiar faces and recognize the core values that have always guided our work. Our leadership and team members are dedicated to maintaining the same accessibility and client-focused approach that Bob Benton exemplified when he served our first client in 1970.
We carefully select team members who are passionate about continuous improvement and strive to make every project better than the last. This shared dedication to growth and excellence ultimately contributes to creating thriving communities where people want to live.
55 Years of Engineering Excellence
We invite you to explore our website to learn more about our capabilities and the unique culture we’ve cultivated. However, we believe the best way to truly understand Benton Engineering is to connect with our team. Our people are the heart of our success, and we encourage you to reach out to us to discuss your upcoming projects or explore career opportunities with us.
1970
Benton opens May 1, 1970, located at 505 East State St., Jacksonville, Illinois. Projects range from survey work, construction stakeout/observation, engineering reports, and preparing plans.
1974
In 1974, Benton is incorporated – Benton & Associates, Inc., a subchapter “S” corporation.
1975
Due to growth, Benton moves in 1975 to 2001 West Lafayette Ave., continuing operations there for 18 years and growing to 18 employees.
1981
Bob Benton elected President of the Illinois Society of Professional Engineers (ISPE) in 1981.
1986
Further honored by ISPE in 1986 when selected to receive the Illinois Engineer Award.
1990
In 1990, Reginald (Reg) H. Benton, PE, SE (son of Bob Benton) is hired as a full-time structural engineer and also named 1990 Young Engineer of the Year by the Capital Chapter of the Illinois Society of Professional Engineers.
1993
Due to continuing growth, Benton holds a groundbreaking ceremony January 14, 1993, for construction of a new office location at 1970 West Lafayette Ave., with 9,300 square feet, moving into the facility September 1993.
2000
In 2000, after 30 years as President, responsible for day-to-day operations, Benton names Bob Benton Chairman of the Board and Reg Benton President.
2002
Second office opens at 713 North High Street, Kirksville, Missouri, to serve client needs in Kirksville and Adair County area.
2003
2005
Third office opens at 804 West Jackson, Macomb, Illinois to serve client needs in the Macomb area.
2008
Benton pushes “Quality of Service” envelope, undergoing an “Organizational Peer Review”, a voluntary study to identify areas of improvement and reinforce effective business practices.
2011
2018
2020
Benton celebrates 50th Anniversary.
2022
Jamie Headen (28 years – starting part-time in high school) named President and Reg Benton named Chairman of the Board.
2025
Benton Engineering unveils a new brand and website to represent the outside-the-box thinking that helps our clients get the job done. The new graphic identity is reflected in a modern, state-of-the-art website leveraging the new Benton logos and brand colors.
City of Sullivan, Missouri
Firms are made by their people. Good firms have good people, but you have a great firm due to your great people.
Village of Pleasant Plains, Illinois
The DCEO/CDAP grant administration services provided by your firm assisted the Village with all aspects of the grant including timely access to the grant funds through project closeout.
McDonough County Public Transportation
Your efforts related to on-site construction observation and weekly project reports were of great benefit to streamlining communication and progress during the construction of the project.
City of Kirksville, Missouri
As a result of B&A’s work, repairs eliminated a design issue insuring another 25 years or more of service for a critical component in the City’s distribution and treatment system.
Exeter-Merritt Water Cooperative
We were guided through each step in a timely manner and given every opportunity to be involved. I appreciate the vast knowledge your employees and their willingness to commit to the best interest of our Cooperative.
City of White Hall, Illinois
As Mayor and speaking for the City of White Hall, I appreciate our association with Benton & Associates, Inc. and our continued dedication to the betterment of the City.