Bunn-Brantley Enterprises was co-founded by Benjamin Bunn, William Brantley, and Bob Brantley in the growing town of Rocky Mount, NC in 1974. With backgrounds in real estate development and years of traditional construction experience, Bunn-Brantley Enterprises assumed the role of General Contractor in the construction industry in the early 1970s within the residential market. With an unconventional approach focused on high-quality workmanship and attention to detail—while remaining mindful of budgetary constraints—the company quickly built a reputation as a valuable resource for efficient building solutions. Within a few years, clients began requesting the same approach used in residential projects for proposed commercial multi-unit developments, marking the evolution of Bunn-Brantley Enterprises.

As the transition from full-service gas stations to self-service began across the country, and as residential and commercial clients recognized the opportunity to integrate convenience stores into the fuel industry, Bunn-Brantley Enterprises was approached in 1978 to design and construct the first convenience store with multi-position self-serve fuel in the area. Completing the project in a record-breaking 90 days, the Bunn-Brantley Enterprises team solidified its position as a leader in this sector of the construction industry.

From that time forward, Bunn-Brantley’s team remained instrumental in the design and evolution of what is now known as the modern “gas station.” As new national chains and local “oil jobber” investors entered the market, Bunn-Brantley Enterprises remained at the forefront of design and construction in the fueling and convenience store industry. Working alongside respected industry leaders such as Zip Mart, Amoco Oil Company, E.J. Pope, and Sampson-Bladen Oil Company, among many others, Bunn-Brantley Enterprises continues to build upon the efficiency, attention to detail, and high-quality standards that remain the cornerstone of its success.

The commitment to excellence has been foundational since the company’s inception in 1974 and throughout more than 900 successful projects to date. As the team continues to grow and expand its capacity to meet the specific needs of clients, that commitment remains at the core of how the organization operates. It is our privilege to honor the values that set Bunn-Brantley apart from the beginning and to continue demonstrating that our approach to successful project management is embedded at every level of our organization—all in service of delivering the very best experience in commercial construction.