Jim Bernhard
Founder at Bernhard Capital Partners Management LP
Profile
Jim Bernhard is a Founder and Partner of Bernhard Capital Partners.
He serves as Chairman of the Investment Committee, serves on the Portfolio Committee and is involved in all areas of the firm’s investment activities.
Prior to founding Bernhard Capital, Jim started The Shaw Group in 1987 with a small personal investment and grew the company into one of the leading global energy services firms with over $6 billion in revenue and 25,000 employees.
For over 25 years, Jim led the growth of The Shaw Group as the CEO, President and Chairman of the Board.
Jim played a leading role in every major decision of the company from its founding until its sale.
Under his stewardship, Shaw became one of the fastest growing companies in the Fortune 500, offering a broad range of engineering, construction, equipment, environmental, and manufacturing services across the energy spectrum.
The Shaw Group became an industry leader in the power industry, a top environmental services provider and the global leader in nuclear power services.
Jim is regarded as an expert in the energy services industry and has testified before the U.S.
Senate’s Energy Subcommittee to discuss pending energy issues in the U.S.
and across the globe.
Jim has served on numerous boards of trade and civic organizations and is very active in his community.
In 2001, Jim was recognized as “U.S.
Entrepreneur of the Year” and in 2009, he and his wife, Dana, founded “Every Kid a King,” a foundation to help children have better opportunities for education and healthcare.
Jim received his B.A.
in Construction Management from Louisiana State University.
Previous Board Activity:
Chairman of the Board of Bernhard, LLC
Chairman of the Board of Epic Piping
Jim Bernhard active positions
Companies | Position | Start |
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Bernhard Capital Partners Management LP
Bernhard Capital Partners Management LP Investment ManagersFinance Bernhard Capital Partners Management LP (Bernhard Capital Partners) is a Private Equity firm, a subsidiary of Bernhard Capital Partners Management LLC founded in 2013 by James M.Bernhard, Jeff Jenkins and George P. Bevan. The firm is headquartered in baton Rouge, Louisiana. | Founder | 2013-01-31 |
Former positions of Jim Bernhard
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CB&I Group, Inc.
CB&I Group, Inc. Engineering & ConstructionIndustrial Services CB&I Group, Inc. engages in the provision of engineering, construction, technology, fabrication, remediation and support services. The company was founded by James M. Bernhard Jr. in 1986 and is headquartered in Houston, TX. | Chief Executive Officer | 2013-02-12 |
Bernhard Capital Partners Management LLC
Bernhard Capital Partners Management LLC Investment ManagersFinance Bernhard Capital Partners Management LLC engages in the operation of investment management firm. The company was founded by James M. Bernhard, George P. Bevan, and Jeff Jenkins in 2013 and is headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA. | Founder | - |
Training of Jim Bernhard
Louisiana State University | Undergraduate Degree |
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CB&I Group, Inc.
CB&I Group, Inc. Engineering & ConstructionIndustrial Services CB&I Group, Inc. engages in the provision of engineering, construction, technology, fabrication, remediation and support services. The company was founded by James M. Bernhard Jr. in 1986 and is headquartered in Houston, TX. | Industrial Services |
Bernhard Capital Partners Management LP
Bernhard Capital Partners Management LP Investment ManagersFinance Bernhard Capital Partners Management LP (Bernhard Capital Partners) is a Private Equity firm, a subsidiary of Bernhard Capital Partners Management LLC founded in 2013 by James M.Bernhard, Jeff Jenkins and George P. Bevan. The firm is headquartered in baton Rouge, Louisiana. | Finance |
Bernhard Capital Partners Management LLC
Bernhard Capital Partners Management LLC Investment ManagersFinance Bernhard Capital Partners Management LLC engages in the operation of investment management firm. The company was founded by James M. Bernhard, George P. Bevan, and Jeff Jenkins in 2013 and is headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA. | Finance |
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