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.
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
1,400
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
31
ENR EastTop Contractors
Engineering News and Record ranks us among the best in the Mid-Atlantic! We are the 8th largest contractor in Virginia, ranking 4th in Transportation, 12th in Multi-Unit Residential building, and 13th in the Public Sector.
Ranked #8
Virginia by ENR
Ranked #20
Washington Business Journal
Book of Lists
Ranked #15
Mid-Atlantic Speciality Contractors by ENR
HOPKINS | LACY
WORK WE DO
Transportation
Municipality / Government
Education
Healthcare
General Commercial
Renovation
Industrial / Manufacturing
Multifamily
WHAT WE DELIVER
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.
Engineered for safety: EMAS System at Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport proves its purpose
On Wednesday, September 24, 2025, a United Airlines flight overshot the runway while landing in heavy rain at the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. Unable to stop on the pavement, the aircraft came to rest in the Engineered Materials Arresting...
Branch Group awarded Community Impact Award from Carolinas AGC
In the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact on Western North Carolina, Branch was awarded the Community Impact Award from the Carolinas Associated General Contractors (AGC). The organization recognized Branch for our extraordinary efforts...
Branch Named BEST IN ROANOKE by Roanoker magazine
Once Southwest Virginia’s best kept secret, Branch is now celebrated as a growing and innovative company, earning multiple platinum and gold awards in The Roanoker magazine’s Best of Roanoke reader poll. Roanoke awarded Branch with top honors: Best...
Engineered for safety: EMAS System at Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport proves its purpose
On Wednesday, September 24, 2025, a United Airlines flight overshot the runway while landing in heavy rain at the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. Unable to stop on the pavement, the aircraft came to rest in the Engineered Materials Arresting...
Branch Group awarded Community Impact Award from Carolinas AGC
In the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact on Western North Carolina, Branch was awarded the Community Impact Award from the Carolinas Associated General Contractors (AGC). The organization recognized Branch for our extraordinary efforts...
Branch Named BEST IN ROANOKE by Roanoker magazine
Once Southwest Virginia’s best kept secret, Branch is now celebrated as a growing and innovative company, earning multiple platinum and gold awards in The Roanoker magazine’s Best of Roanoke reader poll. Roanoke awarded Branch with top honors: Best...
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Jan 16
A big congratulations to several of our employee owners on earning the Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP) Equipment Management Specialist (EMS) certification.
This achievement recognizes their expertise in managing the full life cycle of construction equipment maximizing performance while reducing risk and downtime. The EMS certification is no small feat and requires extensive knowledge in equipment acquisition, maintenance, utilization, safety, and cost control.
Well done to this group for their commitment to excellence and continued professional growth. ...
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Jan 16
Infrastructure in motion. ...
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Jan 14
This week marks an exciting milestone as we celebrate the graduation of our first Heavy Equipment Mechanic Apprentice, Andre Hill. Andre’s achievement paves the way for future apprentices to follow and we’re proud to continue that momentum by welcoming our newest apprentice, Isiah, who officially joined the program this week. ...
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Jan 7
Built to show up. ...
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Jan 5
When exceptionalism is the expectation, recognition usually follows.
Branch has earned the Accredited Quality Contractor (AQC) certification from Associated Builders and Contractors—a nationally recognized credential that signals to our clients and trade partners that we operate at the highest level of industry performance.
AQC recognizes excellence in quality, safety, talent development, education, and community relations, and reflects intentional leadership, strong operational discipline, and a deep investment in our people. ...
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Jan 2
Our teams are making progress at Virginia Tech’s Mitchell Hall.
This beautiful campus continues to grow and evolve. And we’re proud to be part of it. ...
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Jan 1
It`s a New Year. Let`s do great things.
Because the future belongs to those who build it. ...
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Dec 31
Students are enjoying their long holiday break, but our teams are still at work on the WE Cundiff and Glen Cove @rkecoschools projects in Roanoke County, Virginia. When the students are away, our teams can safely move materials (with big machines!), build (loudly!), and hammer away (safely!).
We wonder if students and teachers will notice anything different when they return in the New Year. ...
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Dec 30
Yeah. We did that. ...
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Dec 29
A strong foundation is taking shape at the future @carilionclinic Taubman Cancer Center in Roanoke, Virginia.
This concrete will serve as a foundation for advanced cancer care, healing, and hope. When the construction is complete, our community will have a Cancer Center that will serve patients and their families for generations. ...
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Dec 26
Big destinations require strong teams and big lifts.
The Kalahari Resort is a major indoor waterpark and resort destination under development in Woodford, Virginia.
Our teams are working hard to complete the work on one of the most anticipated developments in Virginia. When it’s complete, it will be destination for families, meetings, and fun and will spur economic growth and tourism throughout the region. ...
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Dec 25
May the holidays bring you comfort and joy. ...
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Dec 22
We move the earth—literally.
In Asheville, our crews are hard at work at The Landing at Meadow View, handling earthmoving and site preparation to get this development ready for what comes next.
We are shaping the land and setting the stage for construction. ...
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Dec 19
Bridge building is more than concrete and steel. It’s strengthening connections that will keep Hampton Roads moving. Our work on I64 Hampton Roads Express Lanes continues!
On I-64, the old eastbound Hampton River Bridge has been removed, and construction of the new one is underway.
With every week, we’re making significant progress on this key transportation artery. ...
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Dec 16
Some projects demand a little extra grit. And the team at our Fabrication Shop delivered. This job required close coordination with the facility owner and came with more than a few early challenges.
But when the pressure hit, the team pulled together, solved problems quickly, and kept the schedule moving. Impressive work from an impressive crew. ...