About Us
Our Story
JSmith Civil, LLC began as BridgePoint Civil, LLC in 2016, offering ground clearing and site preparation to clients in and around Eastern North Carolina. Founder, Jeremy Smith, wanted to create a business unlike any he had experienced; a company grounded in simple, but powerful core values—a company that would value and embrace the uniqueness of each of its employees. With teamwork, safety, integrity, excellence, innovation and community at our core, we provide an unparalleled value to our clients and the communities in which we work.
Jeremy Smith’s modest company has evolved into a diversified heavy civil construction company with more than two hundred employees. JSmith Civil continues to grow, with offices in Goldsboro and Raleigh NC, servicing projects across all of North Carolina. From the beginning, we’ve heavily invested in the best people, latest project management software, GPS, and equipment to help our people deliver the highest quality for our customers.
While production is key, JSmith Civil spends an extensive amount of time focused on culture and treating people right. We are honest, we work hard, we build each job right the first time, and we take responsibility for all outcomes. It’s that simple. We’re happy with how far we’ve come, but we’re hungry for a whole lot more. Thanks to our teams in the field and office, we’re continually improving and are incredibly excited about our future.
Our Core Values are at the Heart of Who We Are.
Teamwork
Our team is our company. Our family culture is built on teamwork, respect and trust. We respect the ideas and opinions of others, share knowledge and support each other in the Company’s goal to achieve excellence.
Safety
We make no compromise when it comes to safety. Our mission is to provide a safe work environment for all our team members, while also protecting the general public affected by our projects. If a workplace or work practice is perceived to be unsafe, we will not proceed until the issue is resolved.
Integrity
Our business is built on integrity, fairness and honesty—qualities at the foundation of every project. We say what we are going to do, and we do it.
Excellence
We have extremely high expectations for ourselves and for our work. We strive to be the best at what we do in everything we do. We make every effort to ensure that our workmanship, construction practices and services are the best in the business through continuous improvements in quality, safety, and innovation.
Innovation
We strive every day to better our tools, our processes and ourselves to build better. As our clients evolve, we pioneer new approaches to meet and anticipate their needs.
Community
Positively impact the communities we serve. Give back. Leave the world a better place than we found it.
Company Milestones
February 2016
A New Beginning
- Jeremy Smith, with support from a business partner, founded BridgePoint Civil, LLC. This new company performed site utility work, earthwork and concrete paving.
June 2016
- In just 4 short months, BridgePoint Civil moved from Jeremy’s home office to a small office in a local strip mall in Goldsboro, NC. The company began to build trusted relationships with numerous general contractors, municipalities, and private developers.
September 2017
- During its first year, BridgePoint Civil had tremendous growth, both in size and value. That growth was so substantial that they quickly outgrew their small office. BridgePoint Civil purchased a local property to become its new home and built a 4,800-square-foot, state-of-the-art mechanics shop.
2018
Community Service
- The quick and success growth helped BridgePoint Civil actively support the local community, assisting various charities through donations and service projects for Habitat for Humanity, Wayne Pregnancy Center, local churches, local schools, local fire departments, Partnership for Children of Wayne County, Relay for life, Pikeville Lions Club, Kiwanis Club of Goldsboro, and more.
August 2018
Rapid Growth
- As the business grew and the number of projects increased, BridgePoint Civil fortified their forces with additional hardworking and experienced crews and leaders. The company reaches the 100-employee mark and is now operating with a fleet of 75 pieces of heavy iron and 14 crews.
September 2018
In-House Safety Training
- Our Safety Division was developed and consisted of both a Risk Manager and a Safety Coordinator. We administer all employee training in-house and conduct complete routine job-site safety inspections, as well as on-the-job safety training.
March 2019
Giving Back
- Out of a desire to have a continuous means to assist employees in need, the BridgePoint Civil Employee Help Account was created. This program provides a monetary gift to any full-time employee experiencing a financial crisis.
December 2019
Thriving
- At this point, BridgePoint Civil operates from a 5,000-square-foot office and has a strong team of 116 employees, 110+ pieces of large earth-moving equipment and trucks with 16 crews and numerous subcontractors.
January 2020
Structure
- Jeremy Smith takes 100% control and ownership of BridgePoint Civil and continues doing business with integrity and providing high-quality work.
May 2020
New Look, Bright Future
- With a clear vision and purpose, the company name was changed from BridgePoint Civil to JSmith Civil. All leaders and employees are dedicated to continuing to build on their present strong foundation. The future definitely looks bright for JSmith Civil.
October 2020
Largest Project
- We began our largest project to date. JSmith Civil is actively working on the NCDOT C204131 urban widening project in a busy corridor of historic N. William Street. With a contract value of $15,346,705, the project includes relocating approximately 10,000 LF of underground utilities, widening the entire roadway, 60,000 tons of paving, 12,000 LF of new storm drainage, properly abandoning contaminated soils, a culvert extension, and installing brand new signals.
January 2021
Company and Community
- To encourage volunteerism among our employees, JSmith Civil implemented a paid volunteer time off (VTO) program. Each year JSmith Civil employees are eligible to receive paid Volunteer Time-Off to support a charity of their choice and donate their time to the causes that are closest to their hearts. Together we, as a company and community, will be stronger.
May 2021
Divisions Established
- Made up of experienced leadership teams, JSmith Civil established three distinct company divisions: Commercial Site Work, Heavy Highway and Utility. These divisions streamline projects and crews to provide the best services to all clients.
December 2021
- As one of the most diverse and capable infrastructure companies in North Carolina, JSmith Civil now operates out of four office locations and employs 190+ dedicated people, including 22 crews. In addition to a growing team, the JSmith Civil fleet now has 218+ pieces of large earth-moving equipment and trucks.
April 2022
Raleigh Office Opened
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Deepening commitment to projects, JSmith Civil opens a new office location in Raleigh to be the home for preconstruction, project management, and field operations for ongoing and future jobs in the Triangle. In April 2022, JSC had underway more than $45 million of work in the area.
September 2022
- JSmith Civil begins work on our biggest contract to date – Dickinson Avenue Improvements Project in Greenville, NC. The $15.7 million project will completely overhaul 1.3 miles of Dickinson Avenue from N.C. 11/Memorial Drive to Reade Circle; including a complete replacement of the roadway, subgrade, underground utilities, storm drainage, curb and gutter, landscaping, and sidewalk.
Milestones
FEBRUARY 2016
A New Beginning
In February 2016, Jeremy Smith, with support from a business partner, founded BridgePoint Civil, LLC. This new company performed site utility work, earthwork and concrete paving.
JUNE 2016
A Step Out and Up
In just 4 short months, BridgePoint Civil moved from Jeremy’s home office to a small office in a local strip mall in Goldsboro, NC. The company began to build trusted relationships with numerous general contractors, municipalities, and private developers.
SEPTEMBER 2017
The Big Move
During its first year, BridgePoint Civil had tremendous growth, both in size and value. That growth was so substantial that they quickly outgrew their small office. BridgePoint Civil purchased a local property to become its new home and built a 4,800-square-foot, state-of-the-art mechanics shop.
2018
Ongoing Community Service
The quick and success growth helped Bridgepoint Civil actively support the local community, assisting various charities through donations and service projects for Habitat for Humanity, Wayne Pregnancy Center, local churches, local schools, local fire departments, Partnership for Children of Wayne County, Relay for life, Pikeville Lions Club, Kiwanis Club of Goldsboro, and more.
AUGUST 2018
Rapid Growth
As the business grew and the number of projects increased, BridgePoint Civil fortified their forces with additional hardworking and experienced crews and leaders. The company reaches the 100-employee mark and is now operating with a fleet of 75 pieces of heavy iron and 14 crews.
SEPTEMBER 2018
In-House Safety Training
Our Safety Division was developed and consisted of both a Risk Manager and a Safety Coordinator. We administer all employee training in-house and conduct complete routine job-site safety inspections, as well as on-the-job safety training.
MARCH 2019
Giving Back
Out of a desire to have a continuous means to assist employees in need, the BridgePoint Civil Employee Help Account was created. This program provides a monetary gift to any full-time employee experiencing a financial crisis.
DECEMBER 2019
Thriving
At this point, BridgePoint Civil operates from a 5,000-square-foot office and has a strong team of 116 employees, 110+ pieces of large earth-moving equipment and trucks with 16 crews and numerous subcontractors.
JANUARY 2020
Structure
Jeremy Smith takes 100% control and ownership of BridgePoint Civil and continues doing business with integrity and providing high-quality work.
MAY 2020
A New Look and a Bright Future
With a clear vision and purpose, the company name was changed from BridgePoint Civil to JSmith Civil. All leaders and employees are dedicated to continuing to build on their present strong foundation. The future definitely looks bright for JSmith Civil.
October 2020
Largest Project
We began our largest project to date. JSmith Civil is actively working on the NCDOT C204131 urban widening project in a busy corridor of historic N. William Street. With a contract value of $15,346,705, the project includes relocating approximately 10,000 LF of underground utilities, widening the entire roadway, 60,000 tons of paving, 12,000 LF of new storm drainage, properly abandoning contaminated soils, a culvert extension, and installing brand new signals.
January 2021
Company and Community
To encourage volunteerism among our employees, JSmith Civil implemented a paid volunteer time off (VTO) program. Each year JSmith Civil employees are eligible to receive paid Volunteer Time-Off to support a charity of their choice and donate their time to the causes that are closest to their hearts. Together we, as a company and community, will be stronger.
May 2021
Divisions Established
Made up of experienced leadership teams, JSmith Civil established three distinct company divisions: Commercial Site Work, Heavy Highway and Utility. These divisions streamline projects and crews to provide the best services to all clients.
December 2021
Stronger Than Ever
As one of the most diverse and capable infrastructure companies in North Carolina, JSmith Civil now operates out of four office locations and employs 190+ dedicated people, including 22 crews. In addition to a growing team, the JSmith Civil fleet now has 218+ pieces of large earth-moving equipment and trucks.
April 2022
Raleigh Office Opened
Deepening commitment to projects, JSmith Civil opens a new office location in Raleigh to be the home for preconstruction, project management, and field operations for ongoing and future jobs in the Triangle. In April 2022, JSC had underway more than $45 million of work in the area.
September 2022
Biggest Contract to Date
JSmith Civil begins work on our biggest contract to date – Dickinson Avenue Improvements Project in Greenville, NC. The $15.7 million project will completely overhaul 1.3 miles of Dickinson Avenue from N.C. 11/Memorial Drive to Reade Circle; including a complete replacement of the roadway, subgrade, underground utilities, storm drainage, curb and gutter, landscaping, and sidewalk.