Transmission
Right-of-way support for new and existing transmission lines.
New & existing line support · Hazard trees · Matting · Civil construction services
Learn moreEST. 2011 · A PIKE COMPANY
Burford's Construction
Site readiness and vegetation management for the nation's power infrastructure
What Burford's Construction Does
Burford’s Construction prepares the ground for the nation’s power infrastructure. Since 2011, our crews have delivered civil construction and vegetation management for transmission, distribution and substation projects across the Southeast, Midwest and West, from right-of-way clearing and access roads to grading, matting and environmental readiness in difficult terrain.
As part of 1 Pike, Burford’s coordinates its site work directly with Pike’s engineering and construction teams, so projects reach the field on schedule and ready to build.
We Partner With Industry Leaders
Integrated engineering and construction services that get the job done, on time and on budget.
Substation
Site preparation for new substations and expansions.
Clearing · Civil & grading · Access roads · Brownfield & greenfield projects
Learn moreDistribution
Right-of-way work that keeps distribution lines clear and accessible.
New & existing line support · Hazard trees · Matting
Learn moreWhat Burford's Construction Does in the Field
Every transmission line, substation and distribution project starts with ground that's ready for crews and equipment. Here's what that work involves.
Right-of-way clearing
Burford's crews remove trees, brush and obstructions along utility corridors so line crews and equipment can build and maintain lines safely, and so vegetation stays clear of energized conductors.
New and existing line support
Site work for new line construction and for upgrades and maintenance on lines already in service: clearing, access and ground preparation ahead of the line crews, scheduled around the construction plan.
Hazard tree removal
Trees outside the cleared corridor that are dead, leaning or structurally weak can fall into a line during a storm. Burford's identifies and removes them before they cause an outage.
Matting
Temporary mats create stable work pads and access routes over soft ground, wetlands and sensitive areas. They keep heavy equipment moving in wet conditions, protect the ground underneath and come out when the work is done.
Access roads
Burford's builds and maintains the roads that get crews, trucks and equipment to remote structures and substation sites.
Civil construction and grading
Earthwork that gets a site ready to build: clearing, grading, excavation, drainage and the pads that substations and structures stand on.
Brownfield and greenfield projects
Site preparation on undeveloped land and on previously developed or industrial sites, where existing structures, soils and underground conditions call for careful planning.
Integrated vegetation management
Clearing is only the start. Burford's combines selective removal, mowing and other methods to keep rights-of-way clear over the long term, not just during construction.
Environmental compliance and site logistics
Burford's plans site work to meet each project's environmental requirements, including protecting wetlands and sensitive areas, and manages logistics so crews, equipment and materials are where the schedule needs them.
How Burford's Construction Solves It
Site readiness for transmission, distribution and substation projects across the Southeast, Midwest and West.
Site isn't ready for crews?
Burford's clears, grades and builds access ahead of construction, so line and substation crews arrive at a site that's ready to work.
Soft ground or wetlands in the way?
Matting and access roads keep heavy equipment moving while protecting sensitive ground.
Trees threatening reliability?
Hazard tree removal and integrated vegetation management keep rights-of-way clear long after construction ends.
Site work falling behind the build?
As part of 1 Pike, Burford's coordinates directly with Pike's engineering and construction teams, so site readiness stays on the project schedule.
Burford's Construction Leadership
Coates Covington
President
Coates Covington leads Burford's Construction as President, overseeing every service line across all of its territories. He joined Burford's when the company was founded, after working across the utility industry in operations, safety, fleet services and pre-construction. He holds a Bachelor of Science in building construction from Auburn University.
Chris Kanute
Vice President of Operations
Chris Kanute is Vice President of Operations at Burford's Construction. He previously served as a Burford's Regional Manager, overseeing operations across multiple project sites and crews, and brings more than 30 years of utility civil construction experience in field operations and project execution. He completed a construction management program at Clemson University.
CAREERS AT BURFORD'S CONSTRUCTION
Work with us. Essential.
Burford's crews do the first work on every project: clearing, grading and building access so lines and substations can go up safely.
Who we hire
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Common Questions About Burford's Construction
Quick answers about who we are, where we work and how we fit into 1 Pike.
Where is Burford's Construction headquartered?
Burford's Construction is headquartered at 11519 Stemley Rd, Lincoln, AL 35096.
When was Burford's Construction founded?
Burford's Construction was founded in 2011.
Is Burford's Construction part of Pike?
Yes. Burford's Construction is one of the Pike family of companies, alongside Pike Electric, Pike Engineering and the other operating companies.
What services does Burford's Construction provide?
Civil construction and vegetation management for power infrastructure, including right-of-way clearing, hazard tree removal, matting, grading and access roads for transmission, distribution and substation projects.
Where does Burford's Construction work?
Burford's Construction works across the Southeastern, Midwestern and Western United States.
Who leads Burford's Construction?
Burford's Construction is led by President Coates Covington and Vice President of Operations Chris Kanute.