Blair Construction is a family-owned general contractor headquartered in Gretna, Virginia. For over a century, we’ve proudly served the region’s economic development, commercial, industrial, and advanced manufacturing clients with dependable service and expert craftsmanship.
From our roots in Gretna to Danville, Martinsville, Lynchburg, Halifax, and surrounding communities, our team remains committed to delivering top-quality results, every time.
We serve a wide range of clients across the Commonwealth of Virginia, from small community spaces to large-scale advanced manufacturing facilities. As a trusted general contractor serving Southern Virginia and surrounding communities, we bring regional knowledge, licensed expertise, and proven experience to every job site.
Our team understands the unique needs of the regions we serve, from manufacturing corridors near our Gretna headquarters to the growing commercial districts of Danville, Martinsville, Lynchburg and Halifax.
We’re experienced in building for a wide range of sectors, including:
Founded in 1911, Blair Construction has grown from a local contractor into a leading provider of industrial and commercial construction across Virginia. We’ve completed projects for banks, advanced manufacturers, medical centers, and municipal clients — always with a focus on durability, safety, and long-term performance.
Our century of experience includes:
We’re more than builders — we’re partners. Our family values are reflected in how we manage projects, communicate with clients, and support the communities we serve.
Our competitive advantages:
Blair Construction is licensed, bonded, and fully insured. Our leadership team holds decades of combined experience, and we actively participate in key industry organizations. Our reputation has been built on safety, professionalism, and results.
Community and Industry Partnerships:
Regional Economic Development:
Southern Virginia Regional Alliance
Go Virginia Regional Council
Danville Industrial Development Authority
The Future of the Piedmont
The Blue Ridge Innovation Corridor (BIRC)
Chamber Memberships:
Roanoke Chamber
Danville/Pittsylvania County Chamber
Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance
Community & Workforce Development:
Workforce Investment Board
ECO Ambassador
Blair Construction’s commitment to making the world a better place isn’t measured in marketing slogans—it’s evidenced in over 110+ years of measurable community impact across Southern Virginia.
Since 1911, four generations of the Blair family have built the foundations for healthier, more educated, and more prosperous communities throughout the region.
Blair has built facilities representing over $200 million in educational, healthcare, and community infrastructure that directly serve thousands of Virginia residents daily.
Centra Health Medical Center in Gretna – Blair constructed this $23.8 million facility providing 24/7 emergency care for Pittsylvania County residents
Center for Manufacturing Advancement – Blair built this $25.5 million facility that trains 800-1,000 workers annually with 99% pass rate
35 high-paying jobs ($65,000 average) through the Kyocera SGS Tech Hub
17 local suppliers used on a single project, keeping dollars in Virginia’s economy
Hundreds of manufacturing jobs created across multiple economic development projects
