Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Electrical & Engineering Contractors Since 1963
Southern Contracting has been a leader in electrical and general engineering contracting since 1963, delivering innovative solutions across industrial, municipal, and utility sectors. Our expertise spans industrial electrical construction, automation controls, utility infrastructure, and emergency services, supported by a dedicated team with decades of collective experience. We prioritize client satisfaction through precise project execution, adherence to safety standards, and a commitment to technological advancement. Our history includes pioneering projects like the first city-wide LED streetlight system in San Diego and critical infrastructure work for military bases. With a focus on sustainability, we have implemented solar facilities and energy-efficient lighting conversions that save clients over $3 million annually.Our design/build approach integrates conceptual design, value engineering, and commissioning support to ensure seamless project delivery. Recognized for our safety culture, we maintain rigorous training programs, including annual Safety Stand Down events, and consistently exceed industry safety benchmarks. Our long-standing partnerships with utilities, developers, and public works clients reflect our reputation for reliability, technical excellence, and ethical business practices. Headquartered in San Marcos, California, we serve Southern California with a fleet of modern equipment and a workforce dedicated to zero-incident performance. This combination of experience, innovation, and client-centric values positions us as a trusted partner for complex engineering challenges.
Services
Industrial Electrical Construction
Industrial Automation Controls
Utility Infrastructure
Streetlight & Sports Complex Lighting
Emergency Services
Design/Build Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of experience in electrical and engineering contracting.
- Our 24/7 emergency services division ensures rapid response to critical needs.
- We maintain industry-leading safety programs with annual training and audits.
- Our design/build expertise integrates conceptual planning through project completion.
- Weve saved clients over $3 million annually through energy-efficient conversions.
Services
Industrial Electrical Construction
Southern Contracting designs and builds complex electrical systems for industrial facilities, including high-voltage switchgear, motor control centers, and battery energy storage. Our team implements process logic controls, SCADA systems, and fiber optics to ensure operational efficiency. Clients benefit from our expertise in co-generation facilities and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Industrial Automation Controls
We provide custom automation controls, including UL508A panels, PLC programming, and SCADA systems. Our services integrate communication networks, UPS systems, and security technologies. Clients receive tailored solutions for process optimization and real-time monitoring in industrial environments.
Utility Infrastructure
Our utility services include overhead and underground transmission, substation construction, and distributed generation. We specialize in 20A/20B conversions, directional boring, and vegetation management. Clients rely on our expertise for reliable power distribution networks and grid modernization projects.
Streetlight & Sports Complex Lighting
Southern Contracting delivers turnkey lighting solutions for municipalities and commercial clients. We design and install LED streetlight conversions, adaptive controls, and sports complex lighting systems. Our work reduces energy costs by over 50% while improving visibility and sustainability.
Emergency Services
Our rapid-response team provides 24/7 emergency repair services for utility storm damage, fire damage, and electrical failures. Equipped with a modern fleet, we restore critical infrastructure quickly. Clients benefit from minimized downtime and prioritized safety during urgent situations.
Questions
What services does Southern Contracting offer?
We specialize in industrial electrical construction, automation controls, utility infrastructure, emergency services, and design/build solutions.
Do you provide 24/7 emergency response?
Yes, our emergency services division offers rapid response for utility and infrastructure failures 24 hours a day.
How does Southern Contracting ensure project safety?
We maintain rigorous safety programs, including annual Safety Stand Down training, daily inspections, and a zero-incident performance goal.
Can you handle large-scale utility projects?
Yes, we’ve completed projects like 10-mile 230kV power lines and substations for international clients.
What sustainability solutions do you provide?
We install solar facilities and LED streetlight conversions that reduce energy costs by over 50% for municipalities.
