From a startup focused solely on roofing to a nationwide general contractor managing multimillion-dollar projects, Black Rock Construction has grown fast, fearlessly, and with a relentless commitment to quality.
Founded in 2014 and rebranded into its current form in 2019, Black Rock is now recognized as a one-stop construction partner with a reputation for getting things done efficiently, reliably, and all under one roof. “What makes us unique is that we’ve actually purchased certain entities for remediation work, emergency servicing, disaster relief, asphalt, concrete, roofing, and framing,” said CEO Cody Oakes. “We’ve wrapped them underneath Black Rock Construction, so we’re all-encompassing. A lot of contractors tend to sub a lot of work out, but we facilitate a lot of stuff in-house.”
Black Rock offers a wide range of services, including underground development, civil work, capital improvement (CapEx) projects, and remediation. And with each new client, the team brings more than expertise; they bring the ability to simplify complex construction needs through vertical integration and a solutions-driven approach.
The company also works heavily in investments. One branch focuses on real estate rescue, rehabilitating properties on the brink of foreclosure. These projects often partner with nonprofit organizations, giving distressed assets a second life. “We’re looking to become our own investment, our own developer,” said Cody. “To do multifamily, residential build-outs, and start developing for ourselves. It’s one thing to do great work for others. It’s another to build something for yourself—and we’re excited about that.”
“To do multifamily, residential build-outs, and start developing for ourselves. It’s one thing to do great work for others. It’s another to build something for yourself—and we’re excited about that.”
Black Rock’s story began with modest roots. Cody launched the original company as a roofing specialist, but when the market became overcrowded, he and his team pivoted. By 2019, Black Rock shifted focus to asphalt, and within a year, it had transitioned again; this time into a fully licensed general contracting company.
“The aim behind it was to serve,” Cody said. “We came from a different industry. Roofing was becoming saturated, and we wanted to get into something harder to pierce through. We’ve just been moving forward ever since.”
The company’s upward trajectory is driven by a clear internal philosophy: invest in the right people, maintain high standards, and build long-term relationships. “We’ve got a good team,” Cody said. “We’ve got a good vision of where we want to go, where we want to be, and how we want to succeed. Processes and systems are critical, making sure that things aren’t falling through the cracks.”
Hiring strategically and building a culture of trust has been a major focus. “Having the right people on board to go after certain jobs and just keep pushing forward is essential,” Cody added. “It’s about finding good relationships, people we want to work with, homing in on those, and giving them high-quality work—never overpromising or underdelivering.”
For COO Stephan Stanfill, the strength of the company lies not only in its capabilities but also in its values. “We want to be the construction team people can trust,” Stephan said. “When we say we’re going to do something, we do it. Construction is kind of controlled chaos, and a lot of things can go wrong, but we’re always there for our clients; for them to lean on. Whether that’s resolving issues, figuring out how to execute, or owning mistakes, we’re the rock for our clients.”
Black Rock’s growth has been nothing short of remarkable. What began as a $500,000 company in its first year has scaled into a multimillion-dollar operation with projects in the tens of millions. “That’s a pretty challenging goal in itself,” said Cody. “Most businesses tend to go under within two years; something like 78 or 80 percent of small businesses. But we’ve grown year over year, in revenue, in people, and in success. When you start getting up into eight figures, that’s an admirable achievement.”
Milestones along the way include securing an unlimited tier general contractor’s license, which opened the door to larger and more complex projects. “That was pretty big for us,” Cody said. “It allowed us to go after a wider range of work and really round out our service offerings.”
The company also made significant strides in bonding, enabling them to take on higher-stakes work and prove their credentials to large-scale clients. “We’ve gotten in with bonds; a lot of these companies don’t go through with certain criteria or requirements for bonding,” he said.
And many of the goals Cody and Stephan outlined early on, revenue targets, personnel hires, geographic expansion, have been met or exceeded. “Myself and Cody have hit milestones with the business that aligned with our original vision,” Stephan said. “We had goals for specific team members we wanted to bring on, places we wanted to be headquartered. We’ve just really valued the people we have, the clients we have, and what we’ve been able to accomplish through those relationships.”
Black Rock recently opened a new office in San Antonio, Texas, a move that expands their reach into a booming market full of construction and investment opportunities. “There’s a lot of money being invested into Texas,” Cody explained. “Many of the companies we work with are in multiple states, and this gives us bigger outreach and more opportunity.”
Next up: Florida.
“We take individuals from our company, we teach them, we grow them, we accelerate them, and then we offer them opportunities to go to Texas or Florida; wherever the next market is,” said Cody.
Disruption is central to Black Rock’s strategy. Whether through technology, structure, or execution, they aim to challenge outdated practices and raise the bar.
The company has already delivered high-profile projects, including two major Walmart redevelopment contracts in Georgia; one in McDonough and one in Villa Rica.
Each project required a complete overhaul from the subgrade up, including large-scale concrete work, parking lot reconstruction, and delivery lane development. Combined, the contracts reached close to $20 million and were completed between the beginning and middle of last year.
Alongside retail, Black Rock has expanded into healthcare, completing facility renovations, including dental clinics and banks. “We’ve touched a lot of sectors,” Stephan noted. “But it’s not just about volume. It’s about doing the job right, no matter the type.”
Looking to the second half of 2025 and beyond, the company has its eyes set on government and municipal work, expanding into public sector projects and further diversifying its portfolio. “We’re growing our estimating team and continuing to build a great culture around Black Rock Construction,” Cody said. “We’ve got a lot of potential government projects that we’re looking into—that’s the next sector we want to break into. Government, municipalities, bond work. That’s the future.”
Through it all, Black Rock remains committed to its roots. People first, promises kept, and progress earned through consistency. “We really value our employees,” said Stephan. “Making sure they feel appreciated, making sure they know we have their back. That matters. Without them and our relationships with clients, we don’t have a business. So we stick to what we say, and that’s been a big part of our growth.”
After a decade in business, Black Rock Construction has proven it’s not just a name. It’s a philosophy. And it’s one that keeps building.
