Career and Technical Education Month 2025
Putting Career and Technical Education in Focus: Celebrating CTE Month 2025 February is Career & Technical Education (CTE) Month, a time to recognize the importance of hands-on learning and career development in industries like construction. At Hoopaugh Grading Company (HGC), we are passionate about inv
What is a Site Contractor?
Across Charlotte and the Carolinas, as well as the entire construction industry, every successful project begins with a strong foundation long before the first structure takes shape. Site contractors play a vital role in preparing the land, ensuring it is safe, on grade, and ready for development. From eros
Construction as Your Career
The construction industry continues to thrive in 2025, driven by ongoing infrastructure investments and significant regional growth in North Carolina. As cities expand and development accelerates, the demand for high-quality talent remains at an all-time high. With the Charlotte-metro area projected to add
HGC Earns Top Workplace Recognition in Charlotte for the Seventh Consecutive Year
Teammate feedback once again drives recognition of company as a best place to work in Charlotte CHARLOTTE, North Carolina – HGC, a leader in full-service site solutions throughout the Carolinas, is thrilled to announce that it has been named one of the Top Workplaces in Charlotte, NC for the seventh conse
Igniting Possibilities: Inspiring Future Builders at New Heights Middle School
On November 20th, the Hoopaugh Grading Company (HGC) team had the privilege of visiting New Heights Middle School, where we engaged over 400 students from 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. This hands-on experience was designed to introduce students to the exciting world of construction career education, spark their
Construction Internship Program: Shaping the Next Generation of Industry Leaders
The Give Us the Dirt podcast is back with an episode that goes behind the scenes of HGC’s robust construction internship program. Host Brandon Lindsey welcomed two guests with unique perspectives – Andrea Ribelin, the Training & Curriculum Specialist at HGC who oversees the internship progra
Mastering Site Development: The Essential Guide to Turnkey Sitework Developers
In the fast-paced world of construction and development, time is money. That’s where full-service turnkey sitework developers come in, offering a comprehensive solution to streamline your project from start to finish. But what exactly is a turnkey sitework developer or contractor, and how can they ben
Extraordinary Aim, Extraordinary Impact: HGC’s Clay Shoot Raises $220,000 for Dream On 3
At HGC, our commitment to community impact grows stronger each year through our partnership with Dream On 3. This year’s HGC Clay Shoot event demonstrated the incredible power of bringing industry partners together for a cause bigger than ourselves, raising a remarkable $220,000 to help make sports d
Unlock Exciting Careers In Construction with HGC
Careers in construction offer growth, stability, and the satisfaction of building something tangible. Did this just describe the type of rewarding career you are looking for? The construction industry might be your perfect fit, and HGC is here to help you pave the way to success. The Evolving World of Const
Building Future Leaders: HGC’s Internship Program
In the latest episode of the Give Us The Dirt Podcast, we shine a spotlight on HGC’s Internship Program, designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world experience. The program is open to both high school and college students, offering them the opportunity to earn as they learn. Th
