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From the ground up,

Branch Gets it Done.

Branch has over 60 years of experience in heavy/highway construction, site development, alternative delivery, design-build, construction management, general contracting, specialty metal fabrication, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.

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We are relentless in our pursuit of building our community. Our employee-owners are deeply invested in the communities we serve. We build relationships, solve problems, and meet challenges head on. Our knowledge, expertise, and passion are unparalleled.

FOUNDED IN

1963

With a collective history of over 100 years, Branch is experienced in civil and highway construction, site development, and building construction. Include our mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fabrication divisions, and you have a contractor that can practically do it all.

OVER

1,100

EMPLOYEE OWNERS

Branch is 100% owned by the employees, which provides an exceptional benefit to both the employees and our clients. No one cares more about your success than an owner-and we are all invested.

RANKED

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MID-ATLANTIC BY ENR

Engineering News and Record ranks us among the best! Mid-Atlantic#4 in Transportation, #12 in Multi-Unit Residential, #13 in Public Sector, and #8 Overall in Virginia.

Ranked #8

Virginia by ENR

Ranked #20

Washington Business Journal
Book of Lists

Ranked #15

Mid-Atlantic Speciality Contractors by ENR

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WORK WE DO

Transportation

Municipality / Government

Education

Healthcare

General Commercial

Historic Renovation

Industrial / Manufacturing

Multifamily

WHAT WE DELIVER

Roanoke College Cregger Center

The Cregger Center is a 155,000sf athletic and events facility for Roanoke College, in Salem, Virginia.

VMI SCOTT SHIPP HALL

A 28,000-square foot expansion and a complete renovation of the previously existing 68,000-square foot space.

Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport

Upgrades to runways, taxiways, deep storm drainage, and demolition of old terminal building.

Virginia Western Community College STEM Building

State-of-the-art, high-tech STEM Building located in Roanoke, Virginia.

UVA Hospital Expansion

A 425,000 square-foot expansion of the University of Virginia’s emergency department.

US 17 Maysville Bypass

More than 15 miles of new roadway that allows for smoother flow along Rt. 17 corridor in eastern North Carolina.

BRANCH
IS GROWING

Our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe in finding talented individuals and working with them to develop their professional and personal goals.

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Apr 24

During the Civil War, this site was home to an earthwork fortification called Fort Buffalo that was used to defend Washington, D.C.

Now, it’s home to the new Fort Buffalo Fire Station in Falls Church, Virginia.

We are proud to have worked on this important project and we hope that Fort Buffalo continues to protect and serve the community.

During the Civil War, this site was home to an earthwork fortification called Fort Buffalo that was used to defend Washington, D.C.

Now, it’s home to the new Fort Buffalo Fire Station in Falls Church, Virginia.

We are proud to have worked on this important project and we hope that Fort Buffalo continues to protect and serve the community. ...

Apr 22

Happy Birthday, Branch!

On this day, 61 years ago, Billy Branch launched Branch & Associates, a small road and grading company. Since that day, we have moved the earth, built highways and roads, and constructed hospitals, schools, and community buildings across Virginia and North Carolina.

From the ground up, our employee-owners get the job done.

Happy Birthday, Branch!

On this day, 61 years ago, Billy Branch launched Branch & Associates, a small road and grading company. Since that day, we have moved the earth, built highways and roads, and constructed hospitals, schools, and community buildings across Virginia and North Carolina.

From the ground up, our employee-owners get the job done. ...

Apr 21

Every courthouse needs expert masonry.

Our employee-owners recently completed the masonry on the King George County Courthouse in King George, Virginia. It's always exciting to see a project come to life!

Every courthouse needs expert masonry.

Our employee-owners recently completed the masonry on the King George County Courthouse in King George, Virginia. It`s always exciting to see a project come to life! ...

Apr 18

This week, we emphasized safety in and around work zones. Work zones are temporary. Actions behind the wheel can last forever.

Work zones pose significant risks to both workers and drivers. The tradesmen and tradeswomen who repair the roads and bridges want to arrive home the same way they showed up to work: healthy and alive. #NWZAW

This week, we emphasized safety in and around work zones. Work zones are temporary. Actions behind the wheel can last forever.

Work zones pose significant risks to both workers and drivers. The tradesmen and tradeswomen who repair the roads and bridges want to arrive home the same way they showed up to work: healthy and alive. #NWZAW ...

Apr 17

Today, we wear ORANGE as a reminder to be safe in work zones. #Orange4Safety #NWZAW

Today, we wear ORANGE as a reminder to be safe in work zones. #Orange4Safety #NWZAW ...

Apr 11

Our employee-owners recently installed 700 feet of waterline and storm sewer pipes and the first of three cast-in-place box culverts for Southern Connector in Waynesboro, Virginia.

Our employee-owners recently installed 700 feet of waterline and storm sewer pipes and the first of three cast-in-place box culverts for Southern Connector in Waynesboro, Virginia. ...

Apr 10

Because who else will be your best friend? #NationalSiblingDay #DoubleTrouble #SiblingLove

Because who else will be your best friend? #NationalSiblingDay #DoubleTrouble #SiblingLove ...

Apr 9

Classrooms are taking shape. Slabs are being poured. The Arnett Hills Elementary School in Danville, VA, is coming together!

Our employee-owners show up every single day with one mission in mind: To make this school a place for learning and development for the students of Danville.

Classrooms are taking shape. Slabs are being poured. The Arnett Hills Elementary School in Danville, VA, is coming together!

Our employee-owners show up every single day with one mission in mind: To make this school a place for learning and development for the students of Danville. ...

Apr 8

Every quarter, Branch sponsors a job site photo contest for our employee-owners. Joan , Derrick , and Thomas caught some great moments and viewpoints on Branch jobsites in Q1.

Every quarter, Branch sponsors a job site photo contest for our employee-owners. Joan , Derrick , and Thomas caught some great moments and viewpoints on Branch jobsites in Q1. ...

Apr 6

The Associated Builders and Contractors recently reported that the US construction industry unemployment rate averaged 4.6%, matching the second lowest level on record! Job openings in the construction industry remained historically elevated at an average of 377,000 per month through 2023.

Learn the construction trades and you'll always have a job!

The Associated Builders and Contractors recently reported that the US construction industry unemployment rate averaged 4.6%, matching the second lowest level on record! Job openings in the construction industry remained historically elevated at an average of 377,000 per month through 2023.

Learn the construction trades and you`ll always have a job! ...

Apr 4

Branch employee-owners are doing the heavy lifting on the Route 311 Connector Road project in Danville, Virginia.

Recently, Branch moved five culverts into place. Each culvert weighs up to 75,000 pounds!

When completed, the project will widen 2.3 miles of existing road from two lanes to four lanes. It will expedite travel between US 58/59 and the Southern Mega Site at Berry Hill.

Branch employee-owners are doing the heavy lifting on the Route 311 Connector Road project in Danville, Virginia.

Recently, Branch moved five culverts into place. Each culvert weighs up to 75,000 pounds!

When completed, the project will widen 2.3 miles of existing road from two lanes to four lanes. It will expedite travel between US 58/59 and the Southern Mega Site at Berry Hill. ...

Apr 3

Branch was recognized by the Virginia ASLA for its design on the Quillen Spirit Plaza on the @virginia.tech in Blacksburg, Virginia!

The design infused elements that celebrated the spirit of Hokie Nation, fostered social interaction, and collaboration. Hokie Nation brand elements were emphasized throughout the plaza and included the building of stadium seat walls, incorporated new accessible pathways, seating, a sloped lawn, landscaping beds, outdoor seating, and tables. A HokieBird statue was added for photo opportunities.

Congratulations to the Branch teams who worked tirelessly on this project. ...

Apr 2

Branch is working to improve US 1, I-95, and Southpoint Pkwy in Spotsylvania, Virginia. This project includes widening of I-95 exit ramp, US 1, and Southpoint Pkwy to alleviate congestion within the corridor.

Take a look at this cool time-lapse one of our employee-owners captured recently of Branch Civil's structural crews self-performing girder erection on the bridge widening.

Take a look at this cool time lapse one of our employee-owners captured recently!

Branch is working to improve US 1, I-95, and Southpoint Pkwy in Spotsylvania, Virginia. This project includes widening of I-95 exit ramp, US 1, and Southpoint Pkwy to alleviate congestion within the corridor.

Take a look at this cool time-lapse one of our employee-owners captured recently of Branch Civil`s structural crews self-performing girder erection on the bridge widening.

Take a look at this cool time lapse one of our employee-owners captured recently! ...

Mar 28

Branch employee-owners GIVE where they LIVE. Our own Austin Facteau participated in the annual Heavy Construction Contractors Association (HCCA) Community Service Project in Prince William County, Virginia.

Austin worked alongside other contractors to revitalize the Dale City Rec Center. Branch donated the concrete and the crews that formed, poured, and stripped the concrete access pads. Austin and our Branch employee-owners helped to build better access to the ball fields and a set of bleachers for families to cheer their players on!

We thank Austin and the HCCA contractors for making our communities better.

Branch employee-owners GIVE where they LIVE. Our own Austin Facteau participated in the annual Heavy Construction Contractors Association (HCCA) Community Service Project in Prince William County, Virginia.

Austin worked alongside other contractors to revitalize the Dale City Rec Center. Branch donated the concrete and the crews that formed, poured, and stripped the concrete access pads. Austin and our Branch employee-owners helped to build better access to the ball fields and a set of bleachers for families to cheer their players on!

We thank Austin and the HCCA contractors for making our communities better. ...

Mar 27

Good morning ☀️ from our Aldie Fire Station #7 project team in Aldie, VA!

Good morning ☀️ from our Aldie Fire Station #7 project team in Aldie, VA! ...

Mar 26

This month, Branch Gives helped to feed the hungry at the @roanokerescuemission. The team of employee-owners volunteered their precious time at the Manna Food Pantry.

The Manna Food Pantry is a weekly grocery box distribution program that serves struggling and hungry families in the Roanoke Valley.

Each food box contains approximately 60 pounds of food including non-perishable food staples, fresh produce, and frozen meats.

Thank you to our employee-owners who live our values of “We live here. We give here.”

This month, Branch Gives helped to feed the hungry at the @roanokerescuemission. The team of employee-owners volunteered their precious time at the Manna Food Pantry.

The Manna Food Pantry is a weekly grocery box distribution program that serves struggling and hungry families in the Roanoke Valley.

Each food box contains approximately 60 pounds of food including non-perishable food staples, fresh produce, and frozen meats.

Thank you to our employee-owners who live our values of “We live here. We give here.” ...

Mar 22

We were excited to see the students and teachers enjoying the newly renovated Lancaster County Middle School!

Working with the community to meet their needs, Branch added a new and welcoming main entrance, an administrative suite, and new classrooms. Branch teams also reconfigured the space, made important ADA upgrades, added LED lighting, and installed fire alarms and sprinklers.

We were excited to see the students and teachers enjoying the newly renovated Lancaster County Middle School!

Working with the community to meet their needs, Branch added a new and welcoming main entrance, an administrative suite, and new classrooms. Branch teams also reconfigured the space, made important ADA upgrades, added LED lighting, and installed fire alarms and sprinklers. ...

Mar 21

Branch welcomed business partners, community leaders, and friends at an open house at our new Richmond office earlier this month.

The new office, overlooking Lake Rooty, features a modern and inspired workspace that spurs collaboration, communication, and big thinking. The space reflects Branch’s commitment to giving our employee-owners the tools they need to unleash their full potential, drive innovation, and achieve success.

Branch welcomed business partners, community leaders, and friends at an open house at our new Richmond office earlier this month.

The new office, overlooking Lake Rooty, features a modern and inspired workspace that spurs collaboration, communication, and big thinking. The space reflects Branch’s commitment to giving our employee-owners the tools they need to unleash their full potential, drive innovation, and achieve success. ...

Mar 20

The joint design-build project with Shirley Contracting converts three existing east and westbound lanes into one Express Lane in each direction and creates one part-time Express Lane and two general-purpose lanes in each direction.

Branch crews are repaving the existing lanes, replacing two eastbound bridges over the Hampton River, and widening and rehabilitating the westbound bridge over the river.

The joint design-build project with Shirley Contracting converts three existing east and westbound lanes into one Express Lane in each direction and creates one part-time Express Lane and two general-purpose lanes in each direction.

Branch crews are repaving the existing lanes, replacing two eastbound bridges over the Hampton River, and widening and rehabilitating the westbound bridge over the river. ...

Mar 19

Spring has sprung! 💐 Happy first day of spring.

Spring has sprung! 💐 Happy first day of spring. ...

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BRANCH IN THE NEWS

Work Zone Safety

April 15, 2024

National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) is an annual spring campaign held at the start of construction season to encourage safe driving through highway work zones. This year, NWZAW is recognized April 15-19.

BRANCH WAS HONORED BY THE VIRGINIA ASLA FOR THE QUILLEN SPIRIT PLAZA

Feb 20, 2024

Branch was recognized by the Virginia ASLA for its design on the Quillen Spirit Plaza on the Virginia Tech campus in Blacksburg, Virginia.

LEAH KINDER PROMOTED TO COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT MANAGER AT BRANCH

Jan 30, 2024

Kinder will lead the employee-owned company’s philanthropic strategies in Virginia and North Carolina.

Branch, one of the largest construction contractors in the mid-Atlantic, announces the promotion of Leah Kinder to Community Engagement Manager.

Branch Builds: Accredited Quality Contractor for a second year

Jan 19, 2024

Branch Builds, a Branch business unit, and a premier construction firm headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia, was named a 2023 Accredited Quality Contractor by Associated Builders and Contractors (AB) for the second year in a row.

BRANCH’S FREDEX PROJECT RECOGNIZED BY ROAD AND BRIDGES MAGAZINE

Dec 11, 2023

We are pleased to announce Roads & Bridges Magazine has once again selected a Branch affiliated project as one of their Top 10 Roads of 2023 for the I-95 Fredericksburg Expressway, extending what is already dubbed “America’s Longest Reversible Road.”

BRANCH GOLF TOURNAMENT DONATES OVER $40K TO BENEFIT HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Jun 7, 2023

Branch held their inaugural Branch Gives Classic Golf Tournament, benefiting Habitat for Humanity on June 4 & 5, 2023 at Ballyhack Golf Club (Roanoke, Virginia). The support of corporate sponsors American Global, Ascendum Machinery, and Carter Machinery, as well as countless community partners, volunteers, donors, and advocates, raised $42,357 to benefit the organization.