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Brasfield & Gorrie invests in Birmingham's future with headquarters expansion. August 14, 2026 brasfieldgorrie.com Brasfield & Gorrie has broken ground on a four-story, 88,000 sq ft building that will expand its existing headquarters in Birmingham's Lakeview District. The general contractor recently completed its headquarters parking deck expansion, adding a fourth level to support the company's ongoing hiring needs. "Birmingham has been home to this company for over 60 years, and that's not something we take lightly," said Brasfield & Gorrie CEO Rob Blalock. "We're investing in this city's future by expanding our workforce, growing our footprint and putting our resources where our roots are. We want Brasfield & Gorrie to be the place where talented people come to build something real, and we're giving them the space, the tools and the environment to do it." The approximately $65 million expansion will offer increased office space and conference rooms that will accommodate both the company's training needs and those of its partners. With this addition, the company expects to add a minimum of 80 new full-time positions with an average salary of $82,000 - growth that builds on Brasfield & Gorrie's recent recognition as the Birmingham Business Journal's No. 1 Best Place to Work among extra-large companies. With more than $100 million invested in its headquarters over the past several years, the general contractor is helping shape the Lakeview District. The expansion comes as Alabama's commercial construction industry continues a season of growth. The industry added more than 5,000 jobs between 2021 and 2023, according to a 2026 economic impact study by Economic Research Services, Inc. Brasfield & Gorrie has added more than 600 jobs in Alabama over the last five years, spanning both corporate roles and field positions. Birmingham topped ADP's ranking of the best U.S. cities for recent college graduates, and the company is expanding its capacity to attract and grow the next generation of talent. Brasfield & Gorrie has partnered with the city of Birmingham, Jefferson County and the state of Alabama to bring the project to life, reflecting a shared investment in the city's continued growth. The project is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2028.

Brasfield & Gorrie expands Birmingham headquarters with $65M investment. Brasfield & Gorrie is expanding its Birmingham headquarters with a new $65 million office and training facility that will support the addition of at least 80 full-time employees. The general contractor has broken ground on a four-story, 88,000-square-foot building in Birmingham's Lakeview District. The project marks the latest investment in the company's longtime home and follows the completion of a three-story, 28,500-square-foot headquarters expansion last year. The new facility will provide additional office and training space as Brasfield & Gorrie continues to grow its workforce. The 80 new positions are expected to have an average salary of $82,000. "Birmingham has been home to this company for over 60 years, and that's not something we take lightly," says Brasfield & Gorrie CEO Rob Blalock. "We're investing in this city's future by expanding our workforce, growing our footprint and putting our resources where our roots are." Founded in 1964, Brasfield & Gorrie has grown from a local contractor into a national construction company with 13 offices across eight states. The company employs more than 5,000 people companywide, including approximately 1,800 in Alabama. Its Alabama workforce has expanded significantly in recent years, with the company adding more than 600 jobs in the state during the past five years. The latest headquarters project is being developed in partnership with the city of Birmingham, Jefferson County and the state of Alabama. "Brasfield & Gorrie's decision to continue investing in Birmingham is a strong testament to the confidence companies have in the region and in the talented workforce there," says Alabama Secretary of Commerce Ellen McNair. "This expansion will create high-quality jobs, strengthen one of Alabama's homegrown companies and help attract and develop the next generation of talent in our state." The new headquarters building is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2028.

Brasfield & Gorrie expanding Birmingham headquarters, will add at least 80 new employees. Mary Sell 16 hours ago BIRMINGHAM, Alabama - Brasfield & Gorrie is again expanding its Birmingham headquarters, this time breaking ground on a new four-story, 88,000-square-foot building in Birmingham's Lakeview District. The general contractor's new $65 million investment will create training and office space, accommodating at least 80 new full-time positions with an average salary of $82,000. "Brasfield & Gorrie's decision to continue investing in Birmingham is a strong testament to the confidence companies have in the region and in the talented workforce there," said Alabama Secretary of Commerce Ellen McNair. "This expansion will create high-quality jobs, strengthen one of Alabama's homegrown companies and help attract and develop the next generation of talent in our state. We're proud to see Alabama companies like Brasfield & Gorrie growing their roots deeper in our communities." Founded in 1964, Brasfield & Gorrie has grown from a local contractor to a national construction company with 13 offices in eight states. It was recently recognized as the Birmingham Business Journal's No. 1 Best Place to Work among extra-large companies. It has 1,800 employees statewide and more than 5,000 companywide in offices throughout the Southeast and Texas. "Birmingham has been home to this company for over 60 years, and that's not something we take lightly," said Brasfield & Gorrie CEO Rob Blalock. "We're investing in this city's future by expanding our workforce, growing our footprint and putting our resources where our roots are. We want Brasfield & Gorrie to be the place where talented people come to build something real, and we're giving them the space, the tools and the environment to do it." Brasfield & Gorrie has added more than 600 jobs in Alabama over the last five years. "Economic development is strongest when businesses and communities grow together," said Birmingham Business Alliance President and Chief Executive Officer Steve Ammons. "Brasfield & Gorrie's expansion is a great example of that partnership, bringing together a longtime Birmingham employer and public-sector partners to create jobs, expand investment and strengthen our community. We're proud to celebrate this next chapter for a company that has been part of Birmingham's story for more than 60 years." This newest building is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2028. The company partnered with the city of Birmingham, Jefferson County and the state of Alabama on the project. "Birmingham is a city on the move, and projects like this are proof of that momentum," said Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin. "When one of the country's top construction companies chooses to grow and build here, in the city where it laid its foundation, that creates real opportunity. This expansion will bring good jobs that set our people and our city up for lasting success. That's our focus and we're glad Brasfield & Gorrie is growing with us." 16 hours ago