Service Electric brings a serious commitment to safety, exceptional crews, specialized equipment, and vast industry experience to every job site. Our well-qualified team is equipped to tackle any electric power construction project. But there’s more to our offering than our capabilities. What sets us apart is SERVICE. Serving client needs, meeting timelines, working within budgets and implementing innovative solutions – It’s all part of our approach.
Since 1945 Service Electric has been delivering safe, quality, and on-time projects for our customers.
Service Electric has transformed from a small electrical contractor into a prominent player in the industry, now employing over 2,200 skilled professionals. Our journey reflects strategic growth since the acquisition by Quanta Services in 2012 and the merger with Dillard Smith Construction in 2013.
These milestones have enhanced our capabilities and resources, enabling us to effectively meet the needs of our clients and deliver reliable service across diverse electrical power projects.
Today, it’s our deeply rooted values that drive us forward.
EXCELLENCE IS OUR STANDARD
Our standard is above standard. We exceed baseline expectations and strive for excellence in everything we do.
SAFETY IS IN EVERYTHING
Every day, every operating procedure, and every move starts with safety. Going home safe every day is our goal above all others.
INTEGRITY IS HOW WE OPERATE
Integrity drives our actions. That means doing the right thing to serve the project, our customers, and our team.
QUALITY IS OUR PROMISE
Our expert team and state of the art equipment build a quality product that will stand the test of time.
SERVICE IS WHO WE ARE
Our customer experience starts and ends with service. You will see it in our professionalism, communication, and innovation.
Our Leadership
Matt Mikeska
CEO
Matt Mikeska
CEO
Matt Mikeska has been with Quanta Services since 2007. During that 15+ year tenure with Quanta, his roles have included a combination of operations, business development, and strategy. He has also served in executive leadership roles with M. J. Electric and Dashiell (both Quanta Operating Companies), and most recently as SVP of Business Development for Quanta corporate.
Matt holds B.A.’s in Economics and Environmental Science from the University of Virginia; with a Minor in Spanish. He also earned an M.B.A. from Duke University.
Chris Froehlich
President
Chris Froehlich
President
Chris Froehlich graduated from Clemson University in 2001 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Civil Engineering. In 2002 he started at SERVICE ELECTRIC Company as a Substation Project Manager and Estimator. Within a year he transitioned to Project Manager of Service Electric’s growing Distribution Division. For 19 years Chris has overseen all phases of construction and project management including generation of cost performance baselines, scheduling, accounts receivables, accounts payables, contract negotiations, bonds/insurance, and P&L statements. In 2014 Chris was promoted to Senior Project Manager. In 2016 became Vice President of Distribution, and President of SERVICE ELECTRIC Company in 2022. He earned his Professional Project Management (PMP) certification in 2013 and in 2015 was elected to participate in Quanta’s Chairman’s Challenge. Chris has overseen Service Electric’s customer growth in the Southeast and Midwest going from a handful of crews to over 120 crews from Georgia to Indiana working with Investor Owned Utilities, Municipalities, and Cooperatives managing annual revenues exceeding $150MM.
Angela O’Connor
CFO
Angela O’Connor
CFO
Angela O’Connor is the Chief Financial Officer for SERVICE ELECTRIC Company. She first joined the company as Controller in 2010. Upon the completion of the sale to Quanta Services and the merger with Dillard Smith Construction in 2012, she assumed the role of CFO where she manages all financial, accounting, and information technology matters. Prior to working at SERVICE ELECTRIC Company, she spent 6 years with another Quanta Services company in multiple accounting positions. Mrs. O’Connor is a Certified Public Accountant with 16 years of construction industry accounting experience. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the Georgia State University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Tennessee – Chattanooga.
Jeff Hunt
Regional Vice President – Central
Jeff Hunt
Regional Vice President – Central
Jeff Hunt has 20+ years of line construction experience. He has successfully worked storms for IOUs and EMCs, leading 200+ men throughout the Southeast and Midwest. Jeff started his career as an apprentice lineman with Dillard Smith in the fall of 1998. He also worked as a lineman and a foreman while at Dillard. In September of 2004, he went to work at SERVICE ELECTRIC Company as a lineman and has been in many different roles at the company since then, including his role as Regional Manager. Jeff has had the pleasure of working with some of the best in the industry and enjoys mentoring and sharing his knowledge with others.
Alan Fulk
Executive Vice President
Alan Fulk
Executive Vice President
Alan Fulk attended Auburn University where he obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Building Science/Construction Management. He came to work for SERVICE ELECTRIC Company in 2008 where he managed numerous high profile projects for many of our valued customers all across our vast footprint. In 2016, he was promoted to Vice President of Transmission and is responsible for all transmission project operations company-wide. Most recently, he has helped launch our UAV division and is invested in nearly all other aviation operations.
Areas of Expertise:
- Transmission Line Construction
- Project Management
- Aviation Operations
- Scheduling
- Contract Management
- Project Accounting
Experience and Background:
- 12 years of experience in the electric power industry
- Bachelor’s of Science in Construction Management – Auburn University
- PMP Certification – Project Management Institute
- FAA Part 107 Certified Remote Pilot
Scott Smith
Regional Vice President – South
Scott Smith
Regional Vice President – South
W. Scott Smith has over 38 years of experience in utility construction, with a strong background in substation operational supervision. He began his career in 1985 and joined SEC in 2002 as a Substation Foreman. He has steadily advanced through various roles, including General Foreman, Superintendent, and Regional Manager. Throughout his career, Scott has worked for several companies, including The Southern Company, MEAG, GA Transmission, Florida Power and Light, Duke Energy, and various other utilities and customer-owned systems.
Doug Hurlock
Regional Vice President – Florida
Doug Hurlock
Regional Vice President – Florida
Before joining Service Electric Company Doug worked for Duke Energy for 30 years and held several leadership positions. Doug began his career in 1990 with Public Service Indiana. He began his Lineman Apprenticeship in 1991. Public Service Indiana merged into Duke Energy where Doug held many leadership positions that included Distribution and Transmission supervisory roles during his time in Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and Florida. Ultimately he became the Manager of Line and Substation construction for Duke Energy Florida. Doug then became the Director of Contractor Operations for the Duke Energy Midwest. Doug’s career has allowed him to lead both Transmission and Distribution crews all across the north and southeast regions as well as Puerto Rico.
Doug’s role with Service Electric Company will allow him to oversee all Service Electric resources for the Florida region. This includes project management, estimating, customer relations, and support for all other Service Electric employees and customer needs. He believes a cohesive team is constructed by communication and accountability and is required for the overall teams’ success.
Randy Doerfler
Vice President – Safety
Randy Doerfler
Vice President – Safety
Randy Doerfler has more than 20 years of occupational safety and health management experience in utility construction. He obtained his Bachelor and Masters degrees in Oklahoma. He has worked as a Safety Director at several different companies and joined with Dillard Smith in 2007. When Dillard smith dissolved and merged into SERVICE ELECTRIC Company, he continued his duties in the Safety department. In 2018 he became Vice President of Safety.
Brian Imsand
Vice President – Estimating
Brian Imsand
Vice President – Estimating
Brian Imsand began his career in 1982 as an apprentice and worked as a journeyman until joining Dillard Smith Construction in 1991 where he worked as estimator and Vice President until becoming President in 2007. In 2012 Dillard Smith and SERVICE ELECTRIC Company merged following the acquisition of SERVICE ELECTRIC Company by Quanta Services. He is a licensed electrical contractor, Board Member and Treasurer of the Southeastern Line Constructors Chapter, NECA and member of the Board of Trustees for SELCAT (Southeastern Line Constructors & Apprenticeship Training).
Richie Gasaway
Vice President – Fleet
Richie Gasaway
Vice President – Fleet
Richie Gasaway has been VP of Fleet and Services for Service Electric Company since 2017. He joined SEC in April of 2007 as Fleet Manager. Before coming to Service Electric, Richie worked for HERC (Hertz Equipment Rental Corp) in Chattanooga TN and for United Rentals in Douglasville GA. Richie has 23 years in fleet management experience. He studied Criminology at Dalton State before beginning his career in the fleet industry. He is a North Georgia native currently living in Chickamauga GA with his four children and wife of 20 years.
matt byers
Vice President – Technical Services
Matt Byers
Vice President – Technical Services
Matt Byers brings over 32 years of experience in the electrical and construction industries. He began his career as an Electrician in the U.S. Navy and later earned a degree in Construction Management from East Carolina University.
Before joining Service Electric, Matt served as Vice President and General Manager of Siemens Energy’s North American Transmission Service business, where he focused on service delivery and operational efficiency. His extensive background in Transmission Services positions him to drive growth within the Tech Services organization.
Kelly McGraw
Vice President – Human Resources
Kelly McGraw
Vice President of Human Resources
Kelly McGraw is the Vice President of Human Resources at Service Electric Company. Kelly began her career with Service Electric Company in August 2023 as the Director of HR. Before joining the company, Kelly accumulated twenty years of experience in Human Resources within the Transportation and Logistics industry, where she held several leadership positions overseeing a wide range of HR functions. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Personnel Labor Relations as well as Marketing from Tennessee Technological University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Tennessee – Chattanooga. In 2021, Kelly completed the Leadership Chattanooga program, sponsored by the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce.
As part of the Quanta Services network, we are Powering Modern Life.
The electric power infrastructure business is booming. Demand for power is growing exponentially and driving the continuous expansion of the electric power grid. Service Electric is building and maintaining power lines and related infrastructure for some of the nation’s largest power suppliers.
Service Electric is a fully-owned subsidiary of Quanta Services (NYSE:PWR.) As a Fortune 250 company with over 300 operating companies under its charge, Quanta has built the largest skilled labor force in North America. With a world-class training network and industry-leading safety standards, Quanta empowers its people.
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North Vernon Switch Repair
This past spring, a critical switch needed emergency repairs in southern Indiana near North Vernon. The complexity of the task was significant, as it involved working with live 138 kV lines. To prioritize safety, Nathan Neeley’s crew first removed the hot jumpers to create…
Blue Oval City
In the late summer of 2023, Service Electric was approached by Memphis-based engineering firm Fisher Arnold with a request for a quote. The firm was working on the largest private construction project in Tennessee’s history labeled the Blue Oval Site. Excited by the…
Central Maine Power
While most think of major hurricanes when they think of storm relief work, any major weather event can cause disruptions in power. In Maine, high levels of snow, wind, or freezing temperatures can result in disruptions to the power grid.
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