Donald Bates

Donald Bates is an experienced construction professional currently serving as a Field Superintendent and Site Manager at ESI Inc. of Tennessee since June 2020. With a strong background in overseeing construction projects, Bates has held key positions such as Chief Inspector and Construction Coordinator for Applied Consultants since February 2012, managing activities for projects like the Auburn Compressor Facility and ARI interconnect. Previous roles include Construction Coordinator, Chief Inspector, and Superintendent at various companies, focusing on contractor management, production monitoring, schedule adjustments, and compliance with industry regulations. Notably, Bates has experience overseeing piping contractors at a biomass generating plant and in coordinating multiple trades at the Motiva Port Arthur Refinery.