Strike Careers

Berns Costa has been with Strike for 12 years, progressing from Special Project Coordinator to Senior Director of Supply Chain and Quality. Through roles spanning supply chain, contract controls, and project controls, he developed a broad understanding of how each department supports the field and overall business success, learning that processes must work not just on paper but in real-world conditions. Today, he leads Supply Chain and Quality efforts, strengthening supplier partnerships, supporting revenue and margin growth, and ensuring work meets expectations through training and a strong Quality Management System. Berns describes Strike as resilient and team-driven, and what keeps him coming back each week is the people and the opportunity to help solve the industry’s challenges.

With more than a decade at Strike, Lupe has grown from Rig Welder and Fabricator to Superintendent in our Gulf Coast Region, leading large-scale projects while consistently reinforcing a culture centered on safety, integrity, and quality. Through his hands-on leadership style, daily field presence, and commitment to accountability, Lupe has helped his teams achieve outstanding safety performance, including zero recordable incidents across multiple major projects. His dedication to both his team and his family continues to exemplify what it means to lead by example at Strike. 

Brittany Bannister has been with Strike for eight years, advancing from Accounts Payable Clerk, Accounts Payable Specialist, Accounts Payable Supervisor, to her current role as Accounts Payable Manager. In this position, she oversees the accounts payable department, ensuring the accurate, efficient, and timely processing of invoices and payments. Throughout her career, Brittany has learned the value of hard work, adaptability, and maintaining a growth mindset. She developed a strong willingness to learn new skills and views constructive feedback as an opportunity to grow. These experiences built the resilience and professionalism that prepared her for greater responsibilities and ultimately led her to her current role. Brittany describes Strike’s culture as safe, professional, and community-driven. To those just starting, her advice is to be a sponge. Learn constantly and absorb as much as you can from those around you. Ask questions, take notes, and seek feedback often. Her main motivation is providing a safe, loving home for her children, inspiring her to give her best every day.