Company Overview

Sealevel Construction is a locally owned heavy civil construction company founded in Thibodaux, Louisiana in 1997. Throughout the last two decades, we have recognized our common sense approach and lasting relationships are the keys to our success. With this, we have been able to expand our capabilities to provide turn-key solutions for the  marine, industrial, municipal and oil and gas markets across the Gulf Coast region and beyond. Now with 300+ employees, we look ahead to changing markets, striving to bring the best possible game plan to our clients. We take pride in applying innovative solutions to any unique challenges that come our way, and we perform each project, big or small, public or private, with commitment and drive. We are proud of the work ethic and reputation that our diversely skilled team has established for Sealevel. Because of them, Sealevel continues to grow as a leader in the heavy civil construction industry.

About Richard Roth

Richard Roth, Sealevel’s founder and CEO, brings forty years of experience in management, planning, and building to the heavy civil construction industry. He earned his bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Louisiana State University and his master’s degree in civil engineering from the University of Houston. He began his career in Houston and Dallas managing projects in interstate highway and bridge construction before returning to his hometown where he later founded Sealevel Construction. Under his leadership, Sealevel Construction has diversified its capabilities and has become renowned for its expertise in the planning and execution of complex, large-scale projects. Mr. Roth continues to lead his team as Sealevel’s CEO/President with the same guiding principles of integrity, innovation and safe performance.

Government Infrastructure

Industrial Infrastructure

Marine Infrastructure

Our Core Values and Purpose

To create a well-funded and well-supplied environment to challenge our employees to build heavy civil, marine and industrial infrastructure, which allows growth for our team.

  • Safety has to be First.

  • Innovative Performance - We get it done.

  • Everyone is important: employees, customers and community.

  • Passionate and Accountable to All.

  • Faith-Driven Integrity.

Awards and Recognition

Project Awards

  • HNC Floogate Emergency Repairs - 2022
  • Grand Bayou Flood Control Structure - 2021
  • Acadiana Region Waste Water Improvements - 2021
  • Koch Methanol Pilings Project- 2020
  • Clifton Ridge Fire Protection Improvements - 2020
  • Falgout Canal Flood Control Structure - 2019

Safety Awards

  • Platinum ABC STEP Award - 2023
  • Diamond ABC STEP Award - 2022
  • Diamond ABC STEP Award - 2021
  • Gold ABC STEP Award - 2020
  • Bronze ABC STEP Award - 2019

Company Awards

  • BIG (Bayou Industrial Group) Company of the Year Award - 2020

Affiliate Organizations