Sam Hunter, PE

Chairman

EXPERIENCE SUMMARY

T. A. Loving Company’s strong desire to develop and build relationships through a team approach to construction is a direct reflection of the values and philosophy of Chairman Sam Hunter.

“We do not think there has to be a winner and a loser on construction projects; the only truly successful projects are ones that are a win-win for all interested parties.”

Sam is also an ardent advocate for the construction industry, having served as President of both Carolinas AGC and AGC of America. Additionally, Sam has served in dozens of other leadership positions for those organizations. He has served in leadership positions for the National Center for Construction Education and Research and the East Carolina School of Construction Management. Sam was presented with the Carolina’s AGC Hall of Fame Award in 2017.

EDUCATION

B. S. in Civil Engineering from Virginia Tech, 1965
M.S. in Civil Engineering from Virginia Tech, 1967

CERTIFICATIONS

Professional Engineer
Certified Professional Constructor
Professional Land Surveyor

EXPERIENCE

2023-present: T. A. Loving Company Chairman
2014-present T. A. Loving Company Chairman & CEO
1990-2014 T. A. Loving Company President & CEO
1971-1990 T. A. Loving Company responsibilities included:
President – Management of Building, Bridge and Utilities Divisions
Vice President – Bridge and Utilities Division
Vice President – Municipal Utilities Division
Project Manager – Municipal Utilities, Pipe and Plant Construction
Superintendent – Bridge Construction
1968-1971 U. S. Navy Civil Engineer Corps & Seabees
Management of construction, maintenance & contract administration
Vietnam and Norfolk, VA
2005 President Associated General Contractors of America
1987 President Carolinas AGC

Other National Industry Service

National Center for Construction Education & Research, Industry Image Steering Committee

Other Industry Service

East Carolina University Construction Management Advisory Committee: 13 years as Chairman
Associated General Contractors of America, past President
Carolinas AGC, Past President

Professional Affiliations

Fellow, American Society of Civil Engineers, Society of American Military Engineers, National Society of Professional Engineers

Present Civic & Community Involvement

First Presbyterian Church Goldsboro, Member and Elder
Campbell University School of Engineering External Advisory Board
ECU College of Engineering & Technology Advancement Council, Member
Associated General Contractors of America, Member and Past President’s Council