Gunter Construction Company
At Gunter Construction Company, we pride ourselves on being experts in the underground utility construction industry. We are proud to service northeast, northwest, central, and west Georgia.
Our business continues to grow rapidly. We have four office locations in Lawrenceville, Holly Springs, Cartersville, and Carrollton. Our office locations allow us to better serve our employees and our customers. We know the underground utility construction industry better than most, and we are dedicated to faithfully serving every client successfully.
Experts in Our Field
We understand that natural gas utility is unlike any other form of underground construction. Installing natural gas utilities requires a special level of expertise and level of safety. Working with natural gas can be dangerous, which is why safety is our top core value. We are dedicated to protecting the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the surrounding areas.
In addition to being experts in our safety level, we also pride ourselves on staying up to date with the ever-changing thicket of government regulations. These regulations are not impediments; they are necessary guidelines. We work hard to ensure we understand and abide by those guidelines. In doing so, we are able to operate safely and at the highest level.
Only the Best Work for Gunter
We at Gunter Construction Company know that a successful business is because of a well-trained and experienced employees. Training is one of the biggest keys to success in this specialized part of the underground construction industry. This is why we make sure every employee is properly trained in all areas – from digging and fusing safely, to the best way to close out a project.
We understand that change is the only constant in the natural gas industry. Because of this, we have worked hard to ensure we have the experience and expertise to change with it. We pride ourselves on being uniquely suited to confront these challenges and to take advantage of the latest changes in the industry.
Whether you are seeking out our expertise, or hoping to join our team, we would love to talk with you. Give us a call today to discuss your needs and how our vast experience can help you succeed.
Todd joined the company in 2023 with over 20 years of experience in the natural gas pipeline construction industry. After an extensive military career, where he served his last four years as a leadership instructor for the US Army, he began working on the logistics and operations side of the natural gas pipeline industry in 2003. Since then, Todd earned his Project Management Professional (PMP) certification in 2013 and has used his experience in project management and passion for developing leaders to carry him around the United States working with a variety of energy providers in both distribution and transmission natural gas pipeline maintenance and new installations. Todd has overseen transmission projects from the Marcellus and Utica Shale to local distribution projects across the southeastern United States, Texas, and South Dakota. He also continues to serve and promote the industry as a member of the Georgia Utility Contractors Association (GUCA) Board of Directors. Todd graduated from Liberty University, where he earned his Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with a concentration in Data Analysis.
Joe joined Gunter Construction Company in 2001 and serves as the Vice President of Construction Operations, bringing over 25 years of experience in natural gas distribution. Throughout his career, he has played a key role in building and overseeing the installation of pipeline infrastructure across Georgia. Known for his strong leadership, honesty, and unwavering commitment to safety, Joe ensures that every project is executed with precision and a focus on maintaining the highest safety standards. His extensive field knowledge and dedication to operational excellence continue to drive Gunter Construction’s success in the natural gas industry.
Seneca joined Gunter Construction Company in 2008 and serves as the Director of Construction Operations. He began his career as a laborer and quickly advanced to a fuser/operator before transferring to the Shared Services Department, where he worked as a bore rig locator and operator. Seneca later returned to the construction side as a gas crew foreman and went on to support the CAD, inventory, and warehouse team in Lawrenceville. His dedication and leadership led to successive promotions from Supervisor to Manager, and ultimately to his current role as Director of Construction Operations, where he oversees our natural gas distribution operations across the company. Seneca continues to drive operational excellence and team development across the organization.
Lynn Horn joined Gunter Construction Company in 2025 and brings over 20 years of experience in the construction industry. She began her career in her early 20s in the mechanical contracting trade before transitioning to the natural gas industry in 2012, where she supported project controls and management for large transmission pipeline projects in Pennsylvania and Ohio. In 2015, Lynn became a Project Manager overseeing natural gas distribution projects in Georgia. From 2022 to 2025, she served as the Director of Georgia Operations for Distribution Work, leading all aspects of both new business and bid projects. Lynn’s extensive field knowledge and proven leadership continue to strengthen Gunter Construction’s operational performance and project delivery across the region.
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Rachel Dunn joined Gunter Construction Company in 2011 as an Analyst, bringing valuable technical and operational expertise to the organization. With experience using TurboCAD and supporting the CAD Department, she quickly developed a deep understanding of project design and coordination. After earning her Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Rachel transitioned into Project Controls, where she monitored active projects from start to completion and ensured all billables were accurately captured. She later advanced into Accounting and Human Resources, where she now leads both departments and oversees their daily operations, applying her strong leadership and analytical skills to enhance efficiency and support company growth.
Tom Richardson joined Gunter Construction Company in 2016 and brings over 28 years of experience in the Information Technology field. He holds certifications with Microsoft, Cisco, and VMware, among others, and has worked across all areas of technology, including networking, Wi-Fi, VoIP, desktop support, server infrastructure, and virtualization. Over the course of his career, Tom has served in roles such as Operations Manager, Systems Engineer, and System Administrator. Known for his strong problem-solving abilities and expertise in project management, Tom continues to play a vital role in supporting Gunter Construction’s technology operations and strategic growth.
Chris Owens joined Gunter Construction Company in 2016 and manages the natural gas construction work for our bid projects. Chris has over 20 years’ experience in the construction and maintenance of natural gas pipelines. Chris started his career in 2002 as a laborer and operator supporting an Atlanta Gas Light blanket contract in south metro Atlanta. Chris was promoted to Foreman in 2004, and then to construction supervisor in 2008. Chris has been our field construction manager for bid projects since 2017. Chris has been a critical resource in the mentoring and development of our natural gas construction crews. 
Tommy Birdwell joined Gunter Construction Company in 2023 and brings over 25 years of experience in the pipeline industry. Beginning as a laborer on transmission pipelines, Tommy traveled across the United States before starting his career in the distribution of natural gas in 2006. Tommy holds his Project Management Professional (PMP) and is NACE Certified. He is highly experienced in planning, scheduling, and estimating and has managed projects across the southeastern United States. Today, Tommy uses his field experience and project management ability to guide our projects from inception to completion. 
Stephen Estes joined Gunter Construction Company in 2016 and brings over 15 years of experience in the natural gas and utility construction industry. He began his career in 2008 operating heavy equipment with a large erosion company, where he quickly advanced into leadership roles. Before joining Gunter, Stephen gained valuable experience as an operator and fuser with several organizations. At Gunter Construction, he started as a Foreman, later served as a Supervisor, and in 2023 was promoted to Area Manager overseeing operations in our Cartersville and Holly Springs offices. Stephen’s strong leadership and operational expertise continue to support Gunter Construction’s growth and field excellence.
Derek Holt joined Gunter Construction Company in 2004 as a laborer and brings over 20 years of experience in the natural gas construction industry. In 2011, Derek advanced to Area Supervisor overseeing more than six crews across Fulton, Forsyth, and Dawson Counties—one of the fastest-growing regions in the country at that time. In 2020, Derek was promoted to Manager of the newly created Shared Services Department, where he oversees the daily operations of our Horizontal Directional Drills, Paving Crews, Relight Technicians, and Welders. His extensive field knowledge, leadership experience, and commitment to operational excellence have been instrumental in supporting Gunter Construction’s continued growth and efficiency. 
Tiffany Dilworth joined Gunter Construction Company in 2024 and serves as the Head of the Human Resources Department. She brings over a decade of HR leadership experience and a strong background in organizational development, workforce planning, and employee engagement. Before joining Gunter, Tiffany served as a Director at a higher education institution before transitioning into Human Resources, where she spent 10 years as Head of HR for a global manufacturing company. At Gunter Construction, she oversees Payroll, Talent Acquisition, Benefits Administration, and all aspects of the employee life cycle. Tiffany is passionate about leadership development and creating programs that foster growth, strengthen communication, and build high-performing teams across all levels of the organization. She holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and is a certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR) through the HR Certification Institute (HRCI).
Eddie Stevens joined Gunter Construction Company in 2025 and brings over 38 years of experience in the natural gas industry. He began his career in 1987 as a laborer and steadily advanced through roles including Equipment Operator, Gas Foreman, HDD Foreman, and HDD Supervisor. In 2002, Eddie transitioned into safety, where he has dedicated the past 23 years to promoting safe work practices and regulatory compliance. Today, he serves as the Manager of Training and Compliance, using his extensive field experience and leadership skills to strengthen Gunter Construction’s safety culture and workforce development initiatives.
Bob Taylor joined Gunter Construction Company in 2004 and brings over 21 years of experience in the natural gas industry, all with Gunter Construction. He currently serves as the Manager of Operations Support, where he leads a cross-functional team of professionals who provide essential support that drives the company’s success in a specialized industry. The departments under his direction include Administration, CAD, Equipment, Facilities, Fleet, Tool Room, and Material Warehousing. Throughout his career, Bob has advanced through roles including Laborer, Foreman, Supervisor, and Safety Director.
Scott joined Gunter Construction Company in 2023 and brings over 25 years of experience in underground utility locating, damage prevention, and safety training. He supports Gunter Construction’s safety and compliance initiatives by conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and root cause analyses, while developing and implementing training programs to promote a strong safety culture. Before joining Gunter, Scott served as the Southeast Regional Trainer for a utility locate company, where he designed and delivered technical training across gas, power, communications, water, and sewer systems. His extensive experience and dedication to damage prevention continue to enhance Gunter Construction’s commitment to safety excellence and workforce development.