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March 24-25, 2026
Hilton University of Houston
Houston, TX

Chad E. Hensley

Vice President
HK Dredging LLC


Chad E. Hensley  is a senior Survey Manager and Dimensional Control specialist with more than 30 years of experience delivering complex survey solutions for offshore energy, marine construction, heavy civil infrastructure, and industrial fabrication projects worldwide. His career spans bridge construction, vessel recovery, offshore fabrication, subsea imaging, hydrographic survey, and aerial LiDAR operations.

Chad has led survey operations on high-profile projects including the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge, major offshore vessel recoveries, LNG and FLNG facilities, refineries, and offshore production platforms. He brings deep expertise in dimensional control, laser scanning, multibeam sonar, vessel calibration, and integrated survey workflows, providing technical leadership from project planning through final deliverables.

Recognized for his ability to solve complex survey challenges in demanding environments, Chad combines hands-on technical excellence with strong business development, client coordination, and team leadership, making him a trusted partner to EPC contractors, operators, and marine construction firms.