Alabama Road Builders Association

11/03/2025

As our week came to an end and the Dodgers and Blue Jays continued to thrill us with a World Series to remember, we made our own memorable moments with our Hall of Fame ceremony and a new Contractor Member. Please join me as we welcome Sawgrass Environmental to our team!

Sawgrass Environmental has been a trusted leader in erosion and sediment control and grassing services since 2018. They proudly serve excavation and grading contractors, home builders, developers, private landowners, municipalities, the Department of Transportation (DOT), and general contractors across the Southeast to ensure their worksites are protected and compliant. With years of experience and a fleet of specialized equipment, they have the capability to handle projects of any size. Whether it's a small residential site or a large-scale infrastructure project, they bring the expertise and resources needed to deliver results that exceed expectations.

Headquartered in Central Alabama, with a second location in North Alabama, Sawgrass is led by Roy Gilbert who is also our point of contact. Roy leads a team of erosion control experts and skilled equipment operators dedicated to excellence. We are excited to have Roy and all the Sawgrass team on board and look forward to them being an active part of the Association.

Sawgrass Environmental is the 15th new member of the FY and 116th in the last two+. We are excited they have joined to be a part of our growth and industry networking. Let's welcome them aboard and keep this rolling as we continue to reach out to industry partners to grow and move forward on The Road Ahead.

Erosion control, grassing, and forestry mulching for contractors, developers, land owners, and municipalities. Free consult. Get in touch.

10/30/2025

The Dodgers and Blue Jays continue to hit homers this World Series, and we are matching them toe-to-toe. This time, our homers are in the form of another new Contractor Member. Please join me as we welcome Burns Dirt Construction to our team!

Burns Dirt Construction's purpose is that believe their people are the core of what makes them the highly regarded company that it has become since 1977. Together, they execute high quality heavy civil construction projects by investing in their people, focusing on their four core values, and maintaining a client-focused mindset. Their targeted growth in the Southeastern market, whether for infrastructure, industrial, commercial, and residential markets or handling roll-off dumpsters and logistics, is to provide opportunities for their employees to reach their full potential personally and professionally. Their slogan is "Our machines move dirt. Our people shape the world."

Burns Dirt is located in Columbus, MS. They are led by Kenneth Burns, Chairman of the Board, and Nic Parish, CEO. Nic is our point of contact, and like our President Rodney Payton, Nic has a passion for workforce development and is an industry leader for it in Mississippi. We are excited to have him and all the Burns team on board and look forward to them being an active part of the Association.

Burns Dirt is the 14th new member of the FY and 115th in the last two+. We are excited they have joined to be a part of our growth and industry networking. Let's welcome them aboard and keep this rolling as we continue to reach out to industry partners to grow and move forward on The Road Ahead.

BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES.MOVING DIRT.SOUTHEASTERN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY SPECIALIZING IN TURN-KEY SITE PACKAGES FOR LARGE INDUSTRIAL, COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS.

10/29/2025

Like Freddie Freeman's blast in the bottom of the 18th in the wee hours of Tuesday morning, we keep hitting our own home runs in the form of a new Contractor Member. Please join me as we welcome Hamm Grassing Company LLC to our team!

Hamm Grassing, established in 2013, performs erosion and sediment control work across Alabama and neighboring states. Whether it is temporary erosion control measures for your earthwork operations or permanent stabilization for your finished grading, Hamm Grassings brings years of experience to servicing your erosion control needs.

Hamm Grassing is located in Auburn and is owned and operated by Gina Hamm. Prior to the DBE IFR, she was certified as a DBE in Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi, and I know we can count on her retaining that under the new rule. We are excited to have Gina and her team on board and look forward to them being an active part of the Association.

Hamm Grassing is the 13th new member of the FY and 114th in the last two+. We are excited they have joined to be a part of our growth and industry networking. Let's welcome them aboard and keep this rolling as we continue to reach out to industry partners to grow and move forward on The Road Ahead.

10/28/2025

Our busy Monday saw 2 things - Shohei Ohtani hitting more bombs in the World Series, and we following suit with our own form of home runs with a new Associate Member. Please join me as we welcome Infinite Precast to our team!

Infinite Precast's mission is to manufacture high-performance, code-compliant precast concrete solutions that empower infrastructure, utility, and private development projects across the Southeast. They are driven by innovation, built on quality, and committed to delivering unmatched customer service, all while embracing the promise of Infinite Possibilities. They focus on 8 Core Values (see their About page on their website) as they strive to set the standard producing reinforced concrete pipes, a line of tanks (toptight, septic, pump, grease/oil, and step/steg/pump), sanitary structures, storm structures, meter boxes, utility vaults, water detention systems, and box culverts.

Infinite Precast is led by industry veterans Travis Jarrett and Nick Kennemur. Nick will be our point of contact. While located in Trussville, their experience extends the Infinite footprint into Tennessee and across the Southeast. We are excited to have Nick and all the Infinite Precast team on board and look forward to them being an active part of the Association.

Infinite Precast is the 12th new member of the FY and 113th in the last two+. We are excited they have joined to be a part of our growth and industry networking. Let's welcome them aboard and keep this rolling as we continue to reach out to industry partners to grow and move forward on The Road Ahead.

Infinite Precast offers high-quality precast concrete products, including tanks, culverts, pipes, and utility structures, trusted for performance and reliability in civil projects.

10/24/2025

This Friday brings us Week 10 of FNLs, the start of the World Series, and some good SEC matchups tomorrow. Like all of them, we are still hitting home runs and scoring touchdowns this afternoon with a new Associate Member. Please join me as we welcome NexGen Capital to our team!

NexGen Capital is your partner for all your commercial finance and leasing needs. Whether you're looking to acquire new machinery, upgrade your fleet, expand your operations, refinance equipment to improve working capital, or financing receivables, NexGen Capital is here to support you every step of the way. With a focus on transparency, flexibility, and reliability, they strive to exceed your expectations and empower your business growth. Explore their range of financing options and experience the NexGen Capital difference.

NexGen Capital is led by Greg Bethune, and he will be our point of contact. Located in Trussville, their footprint extends across the Southeast serving their clients individual needs. We are excited to have Greg and all the NexGen team on board and look forward to them being an active part of the Association.

NexGen Capital is the 11th new member of the FY and 112th in the last two+. We are excited they have joined to be a part of our growth and industry networking. Let's welcome them aboard and keep this rolling as we continue to reach out to industry partners to grow and move forward on The Road Ahead.

NexGen Capital, Birmingham, AL - Whether you're looking to acquire new machinery, upgrade your fleet, expand your operations, refinance equipment to improve working capital, or finance receivables, we're here to support you every step of the way

10/21/2025

Beautiful day for the ARBA Fall Golf Tourney to benefit the Ed & Charlotte Rodgers Scholarship Fund. Thanks to the record 42 teams and all the sponsors for making our contribution to benefit the future of civil engineering for our state.

10/10/2025

While tonight brings us two MLB division series finals, I would say many of us are more focused on a big football weekend with lots of touchdowns. As a warm-up to FNL, we have our own touchdown this afternoon with a new Associate Member. Please join me as we welcome Sabel Steel to our team!

Sabel Steel is a progressive company that is steeped in tradition with a history of customer service. As the Southeast continues to grow, the needs and desires of their customers change. They recognized these evolving trends and continuously lead the way to meet the values and needs of their customers now and into the future. Their quality products, personal service, and competitive pricing is what has made Sabel Steel successful since 1856 and continues on today. Speaking of their products, those include steel rebar, structural steel, bearing piles, beams, channels, angles, tees, and a variety of stainless steel, aluminum, and carbon steel products.

Started in 1856, Sabel Steel today is led by 6th generation great-great-great grandson, Sean Sabel who serves as President and CEO taking over for his dad, Keith last year. What a testament to a family-owned business and leadership. Their corporate office is in Montgomery with 9 service centers across the Southeast with in 5 Alabama (Anniston, Dothan, Mobile, Montgomery, and Woodstock). Our point of contact is Michael Rooker who is Branch Manager for the Rebar Fab & Engineering Team. We are excited to have Michael and all the Sabel team on board and look forward to them being an active part of the Association.

Sabel Steel is the 10th new member of the FY and 111th in the last two+. We are excited they have joined to be a part of our growth and industry networking. Let's welcome them aboard and keep this rolling as we continue to reach out to industry partners to grow and move forward on The Road Ahead.

Sabel Steel is a progressive company founded in 1856 that is steeped in tradition with a history of customer service. Contact us today.

10/09/2025

If you didn't see the Phillies pound the Dodgers in the NLDS last night, then you missed seeing Kyle Schwarber’s 2 HRs, one of which was a monster blast that almost went out of Dodger Stadium. To put in proper comparison, we hit our own 2 monster HRs last night with the addition of a Contractor Member. Please join me as we welcome Renfroe, Hibberts & Co., Inc., to our team!

Renfroe, Hibberts & Company is a striping contractor based in Spanish Fort but works across the Southwest Region and gulf coast portion of Alabama. Whether it is temporary roadway striping or permanent thermoplastic and pavement markers, they can handle your striping needs for any type of construction, development, or resurfacing project.

Started in 2020, Renfroe, Hibberts & Company is led by Taylor Renfroe and David Hibberts. Both Taylor and David will be points of contact, and we are excited to have them both and all their team on board and look forward to them being an active part of the Association.

Renfroe, Hibberts & Company is the 9th new member of the FY and 110th in the last two+. We are excited they have joined to be a part of our growth and industry networking. Let's welcome them aboard and keep this rolling as we continue to reach out to industry partners to grow and move forward on The Road Ahead.

10/08/2025

All ready for 2 days partnering with member Brasfield & Gorrie at West Alabama Works WOW - World of Works engaging students across West Alabama about the opportunities to work and make a career in the road and bridge construction industry. Our industry’s future depends on the students of today making their careers building and maintaining our transportation infrastructure.

10/08/2025

Like Aaron Judge's HR bomb to extend the ALDS series, we hit our own monster HR bomb today. Please join me as we welcome our first new Contractor member of the FY, Stone & Sons Electrical Contractors, to our team!

Stone & Sons Electrical Contractors offers a wide range of electrical services in the Transportation, Industrial, and Municipal Markets including new construction, custom designs/installations, repairs, maintenance and systems upgrades. Their services are so diverse, the only way to fully grasp the range of electrical systems they service is to peruse their website. When you do, you will agree that they are no doubt an industry leader in electrical contractors.

Founded by Danny Stone in 1994, Stone & Sons is proud to be a family-owned and operated business. Their business now has more than 85 field employees as well as a large support staff including a team of project managers, estimators, and electrical engineers with over 160 years of combined experience. Danny still serves as President with sons Tyler and Brody serving as Vice Presidents. Tyler will be our point of contact, and we are excited to have Tyler, Danny, Brody, and all the Stone & Sons team on board and look forward to them being an active part of the Association.

Stone & Sons is the 8th new member of the FY and 109th in the last two+. We are excited they have joined to be a part of our growth and industry networking. Let's welcome them aboard and keep this rolling as we continue to reach out to industry partners to grow and move forward on The Road Ahead.

Stone & Sons Electrical Contractors, Inc offers a wide range of electrical services in the Transportation, Industrial and Municipal Markets including new construction, custom designs/installations, repairs, maintenance and systems upgrades.

10/07/2025

If you are a MLB fan and love offense, you have to be liking what the Blue Jays and the Brewers are doing in the postseason. If you are a fan of our industry, you have to love the momentum we are building this year. Once again, please join me as we welcome a new Associate member, TraxPlus, to our team!

TraxPlus is a leader in forestry, mulching, and construction equipment sales, parts, and service. Featuring equipment from the leading manufacturers in the nation and the world in forestry, mulching, right of way, and construction equipment, with names like Barko®, Bandit®, Sany®, FAE®, ASV®, Lamtrac, Denis Cimaf, Shearex®, and more, they have the best available to suit your project. They believe their background in Forestry and Construction makes them more like our customers than any other dealer. It means more... A motto that both their customers and TraxPlus live by! They know you have lots of choices, and their professional staff is ready to help you make the best choices for your business. They simply ask that you come and check them out for yourself!

TraxPlus has been serving its customers since 2013. Headquartered in Hickory, MS outside of Meridian, they have additional locations in Hattiesburg, Alexandria, LA, and most importantly to our members, two in Alabama in Birmingham and Huntsville. TraxPlus is led by Chris Weems, and our point of contact will be Jason Williams. We are excited to have Jason and all the TraxPlus team on board and look forward to them being an active part of the Association.

TraxPlus is the 7th new member of the FY and 108th in the last two+. We are excited they have joined to be a part of our growth and industry networking. Let's welcome them aboard and keep this rolling as we continue to reach out to industry partners to grow and move forward on The Road Ahead.

TraxPlus is proud to be your local forestry, mulching, and heavy equipment dealer! We also offer sales, parts, service, and finance. Visit us today! We offer SANY equipment with the industries leading warranty 5 Years - 5,000 hours.

10/06/2025

While several of the college football preseason favorites are struggling, we are not and continuing to roll on. Once again, please join me as we welcome a new Associate member, JD Fields & Company, Inc., to our team!

Founded in 1985 with headquarters in Houston, TX, J.D. Fields has gained a reputation as one of the leading steel suppliers and manufacturers. They have the experience and resources to handle, store, and ship high-quality steel products to clients both domestically and internationally. They can serve your immediate needs from over 150,000 tons of steel carried in stock in their steel pipe and piling division. Their piling division includes H-piles, sheet piling, pipe piling and various accessories including pile points and splicers. Their experienced sales consultants can also work with you to meet any special requirements.

With office and facility locations scattered across both North America and three other continents, they have a pile equipment facility in Mobile and a storage yard in Eight Mile. Our point of contact will be Jeremy Davidson. We are excited to have him and all the J.D. Fields team on board and look forward to them being an active part of the Association.

J.D. Fields is the 6th new member of the FY and 107th in the last two+. We are excited they have joined to be a part of our growth and industry networking. Let's welcome them aboard and keep this rolling as we continue to reach out to industry partners to grow and move forward on The Road Ahead.

J.D. Fields & Company, your trusted partner in steel distribution and manufacturing. Explore our innovative solutions in structural pilings, pipe, and steel products, designed to meet the demands of transportation, marine, and infrastructure projects. Discover how our expertise and commitment to qua...