Virginia Class A Contractor

Design Electric is a growing commercial electrical contractor founded in 1982.

 

Our Unique Strengths

 

01. Our experience fuels excellence and fosters enduring relationships

Since our establishment in 1982, our experienced team has driven project success with their extensive knowledge. Many employees have been with us for 10 to 35 years, showing their dedication. A clear process and a well-established culture help new team members feel welcomed and quickly become part of the team. We work hard to understand and achieve our clients' evolving goals, building lasting relationships over decades.

02. We are committed to the growth and wellbeing of our people

We recognize that growth and wellbeing extend beyond the workplace and into our personal lives, which is why we offer access to a dedicated company nurse, doctor, wellness program, and a safety plan that includes a dedicated safety director, safety officer, safety inspector, and financial planners! By supporting our employees’ health and engagement beyond the workplace, we enhance the quality of our project outcomes.

03. We are empowered by 100% ownership and innovation

As a 100% employee-owned company, we empower our team members to take ownership of their work and contribute to our mission: proactively empowering. Our collaborative and innovative environment values team input, fostering a culture where team insights drive continuous improvement and excellence.

Operational Strengths

Safety Excellence

Safety at Design Electric is not just a corporate goal; it is a core value and a requirement. Our focus on employee health and safety goes beyond compliance and looks at best practices to prevent incidents and increase safe actions.

  • Mod rate: 0.86
  • 100% OSHA-10 trained workforce
  • 100% OSHA-30 trained leadership
  • 100% First Aid/CPR/AED trained workforce
  • Preconstruction Services

  • BIM + VDC using AutoCAD Revit, Navisworks clash detection, Evolve
  • Design Assist
  • Value Engineering
  • Staging Facility

    Charlottesville: Company-owned 20,000 square foot conditioned space.

    Harrisonburg: Company-owned 14,000 square foot conditioned space.

    Service Coverage

    Our service areas primarily includes Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, and their surrounding counties.

    Depending on our workload and manpower, we are often willing to travel up to forty miles from Charlottesville or Harrisonburg.

    In Charlottesville, we serve Albemarle and Nelson counties.

    In Harrisonburg, our coverage extends to Rockingham and Augusta counties.

    Vertical Market

    Healthcare

    Higher Education

  • Dorms
  • Research Centers
  • Laboratories
  • Dining Facilities
  • Offices
  • Classrooms
  • Athletics
  • Sports Lighting
  • Commercial

    Industrial

    Proven Process

    Overview

    Contract Price Range

    Up to $25,000,000

    Bonding

    Approximately $35 million annually

    Employees

    From 150 to 250 based on needs

    SWaM

    655189

    Licenses

    • Virginia | 2701022302
    • Baltimore | M4738
    • North Carolina Unlimited | 16336-U
    • South Carolina | 114270
    • Maryland | 10978
    • Tennessee | 71632
    • West Virginia | WV027963

    Memberships

    • American Subcontractors Association
    • CFMA | Blue Ridge Chapter
    • Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce
    • Charlottesville SHRM
    • Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce
    • SMPS Virginia
    • Shenandoah Valley Partnership (SVP)
    • U.S.Green Building Council (USGBC)