Years Building trust since 1948
Built on
experience.
Focused on
tomorrow.
Grading, asphalt paving and utilities contractor since 1948.
78
–
YRS
Celebrating
Since 1948
Generations Family owned & operated
Projects Completed across the Carolinas
Dedicated To our clients & our team
What We Do
Full-Service Site Solutions
Featured Projects
Built Across the Carolinas
Carolina CAT Gastonia
Complete sitework package for a new Carolina CAT facility in Gastonia, including clearing, erosion control, mass grading, utilities, storm drainage, paving and concrete flatwork.
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Carolina CAT North Graham
Civil sitework improvements for Carolina CAT's North Graham Street location in Charlotte, including grading, storm drainage, asphalt paving and concrete flatwork.
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McGill Family YMCA
Full sitework package for the McGill Family YMCA expansion in Belmont, including demolition, erosion control, grading, storm drainage, utilities, retaining wall prep, asphalt paving and concrete work.
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Shannon Bradley
Eight-acre industrial laydown yard in Gastonia with clearing, erosion control, mass and fine grading, asphalt and stone paving, fencing, survey and testing support.
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Westside Logistics
Full civil sitework package for a 180,000 SF logistics center on Cox Road in Gastonia — clearing, mass grading, water, sewer, storm drainage and asphalt paving.
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Intersect Gastonia Industrial
Site work in progress for a new industrial building on Jenkins Dairy Road in Gastonia: building-pad grading, rock handling, storm drainage, erosion control and asphalt paving of the drives.
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WestLake Market
Full civil sitework package for a Harris Teeter-anchored retail center in Clover, SC — clearing, site balance, storm, utilities, paving and Highway 55 improvements.
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Forestview High School Track
Milling and new asphalt paving for the running track and D-zones at Forestview High School's stadium in Gastonia.
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Residential Driveway Paving
About 4,800 SF of new asphalt driveway and parking for a residential property in York, SC, with grading, stone base and drainage shaping.
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Estate Driveway
Asphalt driveway paving for a residential estate in York, SC — a long, winding drive through mature trees and open lawn.
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Industrial Site Upfit
Clearing, a new access road, a gravel lot refresh and a rear concrete apron with bollards for a commercial building upfit.
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Copperfield Blvd. Dash In
Asphalt paving for the Copperfield Blvd. Dash In convenience store in Concord: heavy-duty asphalt, median paving, and milling and overlay.
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Rock Hill Storage Expansion
Asphalt paving for the Rock Hill Storage expansion on John T. Roddey Circle, including remedial grading to correct site elevations before paving.
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Skyway Industrial
Turnkey site package for Skyway Industrial — two EastGroup Properties tilt-wall buildings totaling 318,308 SF on 43 acres in Charlotte.
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Hambright Industrial
Full civil sitework package for a 225,000 SF tilt-wall industrial building at Hambright and Mt. Holly-Huntersville Roads.
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Bonnie Cone Leadership Academy
Complete civil sitework package for the Bonnie Cone Leadership Academy charter school campus in Huntersville.
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Harper Landing
Site development for all three phases of Harper Landing, a 223-home single-family subdivision in Stanley.
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Gateway MOB
Full-site development for a 62,000 SF medical office building off NC Highway 273 in Belmont.
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Bonds Farm Tracts 1 & 2
Site development for Bonds Farm Tracts 1 & 2, part of the three-building AXIAL Bonds Farm industrial campus in Concord.
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NASCAR Car Wash
Site preparation and underground utilities for the car wash at 1921 Mount Gallant Road in Rock Hill, which opened as NASCAR Car Wash in May 2025.
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Advanced Drainage Systems
Industrial yard expansion for Advanced Drainage Systems, including sitework, grading, drainage, paving, concrete, fencing and stabilization around an active operation.
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Steele Creek Preparatory Academy
Full sitework package for a Charlotte charter school: grading, storm drainage, water, sewer, curb and gutter and asphalt paving.
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Palisades of Lincolnton
Turnkey sitework for an apartment community in Lincolnton: grading, storm, sewer, water, curb, paving and road widening.
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Gaston Day School Athletic Complex
Turnkey sitework for a 56-acre sports field and athletic complex next to the Gaston Day School campus.
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In The Field
Commitment to Safety
Focused on safety and performance.
Jenkins approaches heavy civil work with safety and performance in mind. From grading and utilities to asphalt paving, our goal is to deliver dependable work while keeping jobsite safety a clear priority for our team, our customers, and the communities around each project.
Learn About Our Safety ApproachSafety
A core focus across our field work and project relationships.
Performance
Reliable execution for commercial, industrial, and municipal sitework.
Quality
Heavy civil work built to serve the long-term needs of the site.
Teamwork
Working with customers and project partners toward a successful outcome.
About Jenkins
Rooted in Values.
Driven by Quality.
For over 78 years, Jenkins has delivered high-quality site work and infrastructure solutions for commercial, industrial and municipal clients.
Learn More About UsIntegrity
Honest, fair and transparent in everything we do.
Safety
Protecting our people, our partners and our communities.
Quality
Built to last. Done right the first time.
Teamwork
Strong relationships. Stronger results.
Three Generations Strong
Built by Family.
Trusted for Generations.
John E. Jenkins, Inc. began in July of 1948 with one employee — Mr. John E. Jenkins — and one piece of equipment: a bulldozer. Three generations later, the same family still answers the phone, and the same values still guide every job we take on across the Carolinas.
Our Leadership
The People Behind the Work
Wes Bumgardner
President & Owner
Kyle Bumgardner
Vice President & Owner
Thomas Garrison
Senior Estimator & Project Manager
Jamie Hopkins
Operations Manager
Justin Goldacker
Senior Project Manager & Estimator
Bil Jones
Project Manager & Estimator
Roger Gerhardt
Concrete Estimator & Project Manager
Virginia Tuminello
Accounting Manager
Shelley Burgess
Payroll Specialist
Emily Martin
Accounts Payable Specialist
Frequently Asked Questions
Things People Ask Us
What services does Jenkins provide?
Jenkins is a heavy civil site contractor offering four core services across the Carolinas: grading and earthwork, asphalt paving and milling, concrete (curb and gutter, sidewalks, flatwork and concrete paving), and underground utilities including water, sewer, and storm drainage. We work on commercial, industrial, and municipal projects.
What areas does Jenkins serve?
Jenkins serves an 80–100-mile work radius from our Gastonia, NC headquarters — primarily across the Carolina Piedmont. We regularly work in Gastonia, Charlotte, Huntersville, Stanley, Lincolnton, Mooresville, Concord, Shelby, Hickory, Rock Hill and surrounding communities.
Is Jenkins licensed and prequalified?
Yes. Jenkins holds Heavy Highway General Contractor licenses in both North Carolina and South Carolina, and is prequalified by the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT).
How long has Jenkins been in business?
John E. Jenkins, Inc. was founded in 1948 and is now in its third generation of family ownership. We have completed more than 1,000 projects across the Carolinas.
How do I request an estimate?
Use our Get a Quote page to share contact information, project details, plans, drawings and site photos. You can also call (704) 864-5421 or email [email protected].
How do I apply for a job at Jenkins?
Use the Jenkins Careers page to review priority roles and submit a general employment application. Share your contact information, work experience, availability, CDL status and resume details so the Jenkins team can review your application.
Does Jenkins handle municipal and DOT projects?
Yes. As an NCDOT-prequalified contractor with heavy highway licenses in NC and SC, Jenkins regularly performs roadway, public infrastructure, and utility work for municipalities and state agencies in addition to private commercial and industrial projects.