Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Heavy Construction Services in Glen Allen, VA
Founded in 1949, Abernathy Construction has built a legacy of excellence in heavy construction. Our team combines decades of hands-on experience with modern equipment to deliver complex infrastructure projects efficiently. Specializing in interstate highways, bridges, dams, and municipal facilities, we maintain rigorous safety and environmental standards. With a core group of employees averaging 20+ years of tenure, we execute projects in-house from earthmoving to concrete placement.Our family-owned business prioritizes community partnerships and technical innovation, completing high-profile projects like the Atlee Road Extension and Mattox Creek Bridge ahead of schedule. As fourth-generation leaders, Bobby and his sons uphold Lloyd Abernathy's founding vision of quality-driven construction.
Services
Bridge Construction
Highway Systems
Dam Building
Cofferdam Installation
Concrete Placement
Earthmoving
Municipal Facilities
Pile Driving
Water Treatment
Demolition
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- 20+ years average employee experience in heavy construction
- Full-service capabilities from earthmoving to bridge building
- OSHA-certified safety program with daily training
- Fourth-generation family leadership with proven track record
- Completed $16M+ projects 5 months ahead of schedule
Associations and certifications
- OSHA 30 Certified
- NCOO Operators
- Railroad: On-Track Worker
- Fall Protection
- Excavation
- Confined Space Work Zone
- CPR and First Aid
Services
Bridge Construction
Specialized construction of highway bridges and structural crossings. Our team handles full lifecycle projects including foundation work, steel installation, and concrete placement. With 43 years of executive oversight, we've completed complex structures like the 137-foot Atlee Road Bridge while maintaining railroad operations.
Highway Systems
Design and construction of interstate and secondary highway networks. Capabilities include earthwork, drainage systems, and asphalt paving. Delivered the Route 205 Mattox Creek project five months early through phased construction while maintaining traffic flow on existing infrastructure.
Cofferdam Installation
Temporary water exclusion systems for bridge and dam projects. Expertise in sheet piling, dewatering pumps, and stainless steel rebar placement. Successfully installed cofferdams for multiple Virginia Department of Transportation projects while protecting aquatic environments.
Concrete Placement
Full-cycle concrete operations including formwork, rebar, and pouring. Utilize 10-inch concrete piling and specialized techniques for underwater applications. Provided structural concrete for spillways, MSE walls, and 280,000-yard borrow projects using in-house equipment.
Municipal Facilities
Construction of water treatment plants and civic infrastructure. Completed Chandlers Mill Pond restoration with new spillways and fish ladders. Our team coordinates with environmental agencies to ensure compliance while upgrading critical municipal assets.
People
Bobby Abernathy
President
43-year industry veteran who incorporated the family business in 1971. Oversees all operations with a focus on quality control and community partnerships. Graduated from University of Richmond and Randolph-Macon College.
David Abernathy
Vice President
27 years managing roadway construction phases including utilities and drainage. Former president of Virginia Transportation Construction Alliance. Holds engineering degree from Christopher Newport College.
Jeffrey Abernathy
Vice President
25-year bridge construction specialist overseeing cofferdams, pile driving, and structural concrete. Graduate of Bridgewater College with expertise in complex foundation systems.
Kevin Abernathy
Vice President
19 years managing project finances and procurement. Oversees accounting, bidding, and materials acquisition. Virginia Tech graduate with focus on construction logistics.
Questions
What types of construction projects does Abernathy specialize in?
We focus on heavy civil projects including bridges, highways, dams, and municipal infrastructure. Our capabilities range from earthmoving to structural concrete with project values up to $16 million.
How long has Abernathy Construction been in business?
Since 1949, making us a fourth-generation Virginia-based construction firm with continuous family leadership and 75 years of industry experience.
What safety certifications does your company hold?
Our team maintains OSHA 30 certification, NCOO operator credentials, and specialized training in fall protection, confined spaces, and railroad safety protocols.
Can you handle large-scale infrastructure projects?
Yes, we've completed $5.4M+ projects like Route 205 Mattox Creek Bridge ahead of schedule using phased construction while maintaining traffic flow.
What construction areas do you serve?
Primarily Virginia with focus on Richmond metro and surrounding counties. Our equipment fleet allows efficient material handling across the Commonwealth.
How do you ensure project quality and safety?
Through daily safety briefings, third-party program evaluations, and 20+ year employee tenure that maintains institutional knowledge and technical excellence.
