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As we continue to execute our leadership transition plan, we’re excited to announce leadership changes within our Power Group. Dave Emmi is being promoted to the role of Vice President, Power Group.  In his new position Dave will be tasked with overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Power Group with a particular emphasis on our […]

O’Connell Electric Company is pleased to announce that Thomas W. Parkes, a well-respected and accomplished leader with more than 48 years’ experience in the electrical construction industry, has assumed the role of chief executive officer. Following the company’s succession plan, Parkes succeeds former CEO Victor E. Salerno upon his retirement after nearly half a century […]

On January, 27th, Vic was the guest of honor for the Construction Financial Management Association’s annual CEO night. Each year, the association choses a business leader in the industry to share his or her story, notes about their organization, and most importantly – tips for a successful career in construction! Vic spent time discussing O’Connell’s […]

2022 Victor Salerno, CEO and Co-Chairman of the Board, was selected as part of Rochester’s Power 100 for the second year in a row. This list is comprised of individuals who have helped our community through their companies, especially in the past year. Congratulations, Vic!  Read the magazine here

Rochester’s Chamber Top 100 O’Connell Electric is currently ranked #20 among Rochester’s fastest growing, privately held companies for 2021.     Central New York Business Journal O’Connell Electric ranked #2 in Central New York for Commercial Builders – ranked on number of employees for 2021.  

2021 The Rochester Business Journal selected O’Connell Electric and our very own Rob Miller, Project Manager, to receive the 2021 Excellence in Construction & Real Estate Award. The company received recognition in the Subcontractor category while Miller was recognized in an individual category for Project Manager. This award celebrates the individuals and companies who are changing the landscape […]

  ENR TOP 600 SPECIALTY CONTRACTORS OCE moved up three positions to become the 26th largest EC in the nation. Out of the top 600 ranked Specialty Contractors, OCE comes in at #73.  We’re one of the top 100 largest specialty contractors in the nation…. That’s a pretty big deal! These rankings reflect our entire company’s commitment […]

Take a look at some of our recent work lighting up the Fairport Canal Lift Bridge. The New York Power Authority (NYPA) and New York State Canal Corporation unveiled the first lighting projects celebrating iconic infrastructure along New York State’s historic Erie Canal. This newly installed lighting, through the State’s Reimagine the Canals initiative, is the first of […]

O’Connell was selected to receive the prestigious Project Excellence Award from the National Electrical Contractors Association for a fourth consecutive year. The SU Dome was selected the winner in the category of ‘COMMERCIAL/INSTITUTIONAL OVER $ 1 MILLION.’ We are incredibly proud of the work completed on this project and the relationship we have with Syracuse […]

2021 – Congratulations to everyone involved in the Thermo Fisher Scientific Project! Read the letter here

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2021 – O’Connell Electric have been recognized by NECA for Safety Excellence.  This is a combination of: electrical awareness training we provide, OSHA recordable data/results over a number of years, EMR trending over a number of years and our ability to maintain safe worksites as reflected by our infrequent OSHA interactions. Our leadership in the Safety Team […]