Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Power Infrastructure Solutions
Irby Construction has built power infrastructure on a turnkey basis for over 75 years, establishing itself as a premier transmission construction company. Our scope of services covers power delivery systems from generation to homes and businesses, including transmission, distribution, substations, renewables, and emergency restoration. Founded in 1919, we started as a family business and have carried that culture forward, with a team of respected, experienced professionals who take pride in their work. Our expertise spans diverse climates and terrains, from rural to urban areas, with voltages ranging from 69 kV to 765 kV. We handle projects of all sizes, from five-mile lines to 125-mile projects, delivering quality workmanship within budget and on schedule. Our accomplishments include constructing the first 765 kV line in the U.S. and completing over 185,000 miles of transmission lines.We prioritize safety, innovation, and adaptability, utilizing helicopters, slurry drilling, and advanced foundation techniques. Our emergency restoration services mobilize crews quickly after disasters, and our renewable energy expertise supports wind, solar, and geothermal projects. With global experience and a commitment to excellence, we serve clients across the U.S. and internationally, ensuring reliable power infrastructure for future generations.
Services
Transmission Line Construction
Distribution Construction
Substation Construction
Renewable Services
Foundation Construction
Telecommunications
Outdoor Lighting
Emergency Restoration
Details
- Year established: 1919
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years of experience in power infrastructure construction.
- Our team includes some of the most respected and experienced professionals in the industry.
- We offer 24/7 emergency restoration services for storm-damaged infrastructure.
- We handle projects in diverse terrains, from extreme cold to desert heat.
- We prioritize safety with a certified lineman apprenticeship program since 1987.
Services
Transmission Line Construction
We construct high-voltage transmission lines across diverse terrains, from 69 kV to 765 kV. Our expertise includes building over 185,000 miles of wood, steel, and concrete pole lines, ensuring reliable power delivery. Clients benefit from our adaptability to challenging environments and commitment to timely, budget-conscious project completion.
Emergency Restoration
We provide rapid mobilization of crews and equipment for post-disaster power restoration. Our teams respond to hurricanes, ice storms, and tornadoes, prioritizing safety and efficiency. With decades of experience, we restore critical infrastructure quickly, minimizing downtime for communities and businesses.
Substation Construction
We build substations ranging from 92 kV to 765 kV, offering turnkey engineering and construction services. Our projects include complex designs like breaker-and-a-half schemes and microwave communication systems. Clients gain reliable infrastructure for power distribution and renewable energy integration.
Renewable Services
We connect wind, solar, and geothermal facilities to the grid, supporting sustainable energy goals. Our work includes battery storage systems like the Manatee BESS project. Clients benefit from our expertise in integrating renewable sources with traditional power infrastructure.
Foundation Construction
We install foundations for transmission towers, including slurry drilling and rock drilling. Our work supports structures from single piers to four-legged towers. Clients receive durable, code-compliant bases designed for stability in challenging terrains and weather conditions.
Questions
What services does Irby Construction Company offer?
We specialize in transmission, distribution, substation, renewable energy, foundation, and emergency restoration projects for power infrastructure.
How does Irby handle emergency power restoration?
We mobilize crews rapidly after disasters like hurricanes, ensuring quick, safe power recovery with decades of storm response experience.
Where does Irby operate?
We work across the U.S. and internationally, including projects in Belize, Indonesia, and South Africa.
What makes Irby unique in the industry?
With 75+ years of experience, we combine innovation, safety, and global expertise to deliver complex power infrastructure projects on time and within budget.
Does Irby work on renewable energy projects?
Yes, we build and connect wind, solar, and geothermal systems, including battery storage facilities like the Manatee BESS project.
How can I apply for a job at Irby?
Visit our careers page to explore current openings and submit your application for roles in construction, engineering, and support services.
