Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Partner in Charlotte, NC
Blythe Construction has been a cornerstone of infrastructure development in the southeastern United States since 1921. As a subsidiary of VINCI Construction, we leverage global resources to deliver state-of-the-art roads, bridges, railways, and commercial centers tailored to local needs. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our use of cutting-edge technology and practices, ensuring every project meets the highest standards of quality and efficiency. With over a century of experience, we specialize in civil construction, design-build solutions, and asphalt production, serving both public and private sectors. Our team of hundreds of skilled professionals self-performs critical tasks, including paving, sitework, and rail projects, while maintaining strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards.We pride ourselves on fostering long-term partnerships through transparency, innovation, and a dedication to enhancing community infrastructure. Our 11 company-owned asphalt plants across North and South Carolina ensure reliable supply and quality control, supporting projects ranging from local roadways to major interstate expansions. By integrating operations and prioritizing client satisfaction, we consistently deliver complex projects on time and within budget. Our legacy of excellence is underscored by awards such as the NAPA Diamond Achievement Award and recognition for engineering milestones like the I-485 Outer Loop. Looking ahead, we remain focused on advancing sustainable practices and strengthening the regions we serve.
Services
Civil Construction
Design-Build Projects
Paving & Asphalt
Sitework & Development
Airports & Railroads
Details
- Year established: 1921
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of experience in heavy civil construction across the Southeast.
- Our 11 company-owned asphalt plants ensure quality control and supply reliability.
- We self-perform critical services like paving, sitework, and rail projects.
- Our teams hold rail safety certifications for specialized infrastructure work.
- Weve completed landmark projects like the I-485 Outer Loop and I-85 expansions.
Services
Civil Construction
Blythe Construction specializes in heavy civil infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and highways. Our expertise spans public and private projects, from interstate expansions to municipal upgrades. We utilize advanced engineering and in-house resources to deliver durable, code-compliant solutions that enhance regional connectivity and economic growth.
Design-Build Projects
Our design-build approach combines engineering and construction under one team, streamlining complex projects. This model ensures cost efficiency, faster timelines, and innovative solutions for clients, including major DOT contracts and joint-venture partnerships across the Southeast.
Paving & Asphalt
With 11 company-owned asphalt plants, we produce high-quality materials for roadways and commercial sites. Our paving services include new construction, resurfacing, and custom mix designs tailored to traffic, climate, and durability requirements.
Sitework & Development
We handle full-cycle sitework, including grading, utilities, and asphalt paving for private developments. Our capabilities support projects from $100,000 to $10 million, serving commercial, industrial, and residential sectors with turnkey solutions.
Airports & Railroads
Blythe constructs and maintains airport runways, rail lines, and intermodal facilities. Our rail teams hold safety certifications for work on Norfolk Southern, CSX, and private networks, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency for critical transportation hubs.
People
Shane Bailey
Asphalt Sales Manager
Shane Bailey oversees asphalt sales, leveraging Blythes 11 regional plants to provide cost-effective, high-quality materials for public and private projects across the Carolinas.
Mark Anthony Rhodes
Communications Manager
Mark Anthony Rhodes manages corporate communications, ensuring clear outreach for Blythes infrastructure projects and community engagement initiatives in the Southeast.
Questions
What areas does Blythe Construction serve?
Blythe Construction primarily serves North and South Carolina, with capabilities extending to regional and national infrastructure projects through our VINCI network.
What types of projects does Blythe specialize in?
We specialize in civil construction, design-build projects, asphalt paving, sitework, and transportation infrastructure including airports and railroads.
Does Blythe produce its own asphalt materials?
Yes, we own 11 asphalt plants across the Carolinas, ensuring quality control and supply reliability for our paving projects.
Can Blythe handle large-scale public works contracts?
Yes, we have extensive experience with DOT contracts, including landmark projects like the I-485 Outer Loop and I-85 expansions.
Is Blythe involved in private development work?
Yes, we support private clients with sitework, grading, utilities, and asphalt paving for commercial and industrial sites.
Reviews (7)
Ron Clyburn
Dec 20, 2021
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Great place to work. Lots of good people and veterans willing to train the newbies. Best construction company out here
Patrick Borders
Oct 06, 2021
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Both driver’s side tires popped after hitting damage on I85 Gaffney. Stranded for two hours. Provided requested photos and receipt. Reimbursement claim was denied. Sad.
Gene Dukes
Apr 17, 2021
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Critical:Quality
Bc of the irresponsible way you have the walls on 85, you created a standstill of traffic for over 4 hours with no emergency exit way or outlet. Whomever is responsible for this decision of concrete walls with no outlet should be fired immediately!!!!
Bc of the irresponsible way you have the walls on 85, you created a standstill of traffic for over 4 hours with no emergency exit way or outlet. Whomever is responsible for this decision of concrete walls with no outlet should be fired immediately!!!!
Brian Bridges
Mar 01, 2021
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I have been employeed at Blythe going on 21 years. through dedication and perseverance they have achieved high results in paving and numerous accolades from both the federal and local.
Seth Novak
Dec 09, 2020
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Bunch of entitles Karen's parking like the parking lot is JUST for them.4 spots, Truck #108412 from Blythe. What a joke.
Brian Morrow
Aug 28, 2020
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They say they need experienced operators in Gaffney I'm a very experienced operator but I can not get hired because I am not a mexican
Kevin Helms
Apr 30, 2020
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Now that Nearhood is gone some things MIGHT improve but Allen still covered for him and he's still there so whatever.