Since 2008, we’ve invested significant time and resources in fine-tuning our construction services. We’ve completed various building projects for the U.S. military, including military housing projects and water management systems at U.S. military bases across North Carolina: Fort Bragg, Camp Lejeune, New River Air Station, Fort Meade and Cherry Point Marine Base. It is an honor to work on these federal installations that secure our nation’s infrastructure while supporting those who serve our country.
These multifaceted military projects require our crews to have a security clearance and an elevated level of collaboration with OSHA officers. We are a bonded, small business; safety is our top priority.
Underground Utilities
We specialize in building underground utilities for federal installations across the southern United States. We’ve garnered a rich history of experience on federal installations, gaining valuable insight into the expectations and requirements of working on federal lands. With thousands of piping miles, a growing list of well-respected clients, the right equipment and continuously updated certifications and training, our team of professionals are experts at ensuring projects are completed in the safest, most cost-effective way for the clients we serve.
- Pump stations
- Force mains
- Steam lines
- Chilled water lines
- Booster pumps
- Boring
- Tunneling
- Pipe bursting
- Storm drain piping
- Sewer, water, storm drain mains
- Manholes 48” to 96”
- Doghouse manholes
- Water mains 3/4 inch to 36”
Road Work
We provide a variety of road work services from major roadways and commercial projects to neighborhoods and parking lots. Our turnkey road work services ensure a seamless transition from a dirt site to a finished product in the North Carolina region.
- Paving
- Road widening
- Pedestrian bridges
- Installing curbing, gutters, guard rails, fencing
- Laying asphalt, concrete
Landscaping
When we’ve reached project completion, our intention is to always leave the site better than we found it. Landscaping on a construction site includes removing all trash, debris and excess materials and laying sod when necessary to best serve the environment and surrounding community. Our crews’ professional experience allows us to fulfill the big-picture vision while attending to even the smallest details for each unique project.
- Detailed landscape plans
- Regionally appropriate vegetation
- Proper grading and drainage
- Seeding, mulching, disking and smoothing
- Erosion control
- Clear care instructions
- Sustainable landscape design
Grading & Excavating
Regularly taking on projects across federal installations has allowed us a well-rounded view of the expectations that are required of us. Knowledgeable and practiced with heavy equipment, understanding soil science and erosion control, our skilled operators are experts at making the earth move safely, on schedule and within budget.
- Land clearing – trees, demolition
- Sediment controls
- Rough & fine grading
- Earth, mass excavation
- Stabilization
- Cut & fill
- Onsite biosol
- Borrow pitting
- Rock excavation
- Borrow excavation
- Retaining walls
- Trench box safety
- Sloping, shoring, shielding
Storm Water Management
Gaines Construction crews are well-practiced at meeting stringent demands of engineered specifications for storm water management projects. We provide exceptional care to improve storm water quality and reduce runoff volume per the EPA’s recommended storm water management strategies. These measures protect surrounding communities, wildlife and vegetation by preventing flooding and improving erosion control.
- Coastal plain outfalls
- Dry ponds
- Gravel wetlands
- Sediment controls
- Micro-bioretention
- Swales
- Embankments
- Installation of underground pipe
- Concrete storm drains
- Submerged gravel wetlands
- Headwalls, rear walls & box culverts
- Concrete, HDPE, PVC, encased pipes
- Core trenches
- Anti-seep collars
- Con spans Bottomless Colbert
- Filterra structures
- Underground attention centers
- Riprap outfalls
- Coastal plain outfalls
- Level spreaders
- Storm drain systems 6” to 104”
- Stormwater management storage facilities
Emergency Services
By utilizing our available equipment, resources and experienced crews, we are available for emergency repair services to serve our surrounding communities. With in-depth knowledge of proper safety procedures, certifications and hands-on safety experience, we are ready to deploy crews for utility repairs and disaster relief to get our communities back up and running. Our first response is prevention – any project under our belt is built to last with substantial consideration for the surrounding environment and communities.
- Water line repair
- Sewer line repair
- Storm drain repair
- Restore infrastructure
- Hurricane disaster relief
- Natural disasters
- Fast response
- Excellent communication
- Extensive safety training
Safety Standards & Associations
Before working on any military project, Gaines Construction employees must complete specialized underground utility training and safety training, as well as acquire necessary security clearances.
- Associations
- National Safety Council (NSC)
- National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA)
- Associated Utility Contractors of MD (AUC)
- Chesapeake Region Safety Council (CRSC)
- FOCUS FOUR
- Fall protection
- Electrocution
- Struck-by
- Caught-in or -between
- New Hire Orientation
- OSHA 10 and/or OSHA 30
- Utility & Excavation Contractors (NUCA)
- Hazards (NUCA)
- Pre-employment drug test
- First Aid/CPR
- Confined Space
- Gas Detection for Confined Spaces
- Gaines Construction Best Safe Work Practices
- Toolbox Talks
- Trench & Excavation Safety
- DOT Driver Training
- Hazmat Awareness Training
- Heavy Equipment Operator Training
- Rigging & Lifting Training
- Flagger Training
- GHS & Hazcom Training
- NSC Forklift Training
- Damage Prevention Training
- Miss Utility Training
- Safety Policy
- Hand/Power Tools
- Hazard Communication
- Housekeeping & Materials
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Scaffolding
- Smoking
- Stairways & Ladders
- Material Handling & Storage
- Energized Electrical Work
- Powder Actuated Tools
- Aerial Platform