Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Electrical Partner in Chicago Since 1912
Continental Electrical Construction has been a cornerstone of Chicago's electrical contracting industry since 1912. With over a century of experience, we specialize in delivering comprehensive electrical solutions, from design and construction to maintenance and emergency services. Our team of skilled professionals has completed more than 25,000 projects across Chicagoland, serving commercial, healthcare, institutional, and industrial sectors. We pride ourselves on combining technical expertise with a customer-focused approach, ensuring every project meets exacting standards for performance, budget, and scheduling.Our commitment to innovation is evident in our adoption of advanced technologies like BIM modeling and prefabrication, which streamline processes and enhance efficiency. As a single-source provider, we offer seamless integration of electrical systems, low-voltage solutions, and structured cabling, backed by a 24/7 emergency response team. Our legacy of trust and reliability is built on decades of partnerships with clients who value precision, safety, and excellence in every electrical project we undertake.
Services
Electrical Maintenance
Structured Cabling
Design/Build
Project Management
Emergency Truck Services
Field Operations
Project Delivery
Low Voltage Systems
Solar and Battery Storage
Fire Alarm Design/Build
Details
- Year established: 1912
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of experience in electrical contracting across Chicagoland
- Our team has completed 25,000+ complex electrical projects since 1912
- We offer 24/7 emergency response services with dedicated trucks
- Our single-source solutions integrate electrical, low-voltage, and maintenance services
- We utilize advanced BIM modeling and prefabrication technologies
Services
Electrical Maintenance
Our electrical maintenance programs follow NFPA 70B standards, ensuring compliance and system reliability. We provide thermal imaging inspections, power quality studies, and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime. Clients benefit from customized plans tailored to their specific operational needs.
Structured Cabling
We design and install high-performance structured cabling systems for commercial buildings, including fiber optics and 400G+ networks. Our BICSI-certified team ensures future-ready infrastructure that supports voice, data, and security systems with minimal latency and maximum scalability.
Design/Build
Our integrated design/build approach delivers cost-effective electrical solutions from concept to completion. Professional engineers and LEED-certified professionals collaborate with clients to optimize system design, reduce construction time, and ensure adherence to budget parameters.
Emergency Truck Services
24/7 emergency response teams provide rapid electrical repair services across Chicagoland. Equipped trucks carry specialized tools and parts to address power outages, equipment failures, and safety hazards with minimal service disruption for commercial clients.
Project Management
Experienced project managers oversee all aspects of electrical construction, from estimating to final delivery. They coordinate safety protocols, material procurement, and field operations to ensure timely completion of complex projects while maintaining strict budget controls.
People
David Chorley
President
David Chorley leads Continental Electrical Construction with over 30 years of industry experience, focusing on strategic growth and operational excellence while maintaining the company's century-old commitment to quality service.
Brian Swiatek
Director of Field Operations
Brian Swiatek oversees field operations with expertise in workforce management and safety compliance, ensuring efficient execution of electrical projects across multiple sectors while maintaining the company's high standards for quality and timeliness.
John Martinez, Jr
Director of Construction Operations
John Martinez, Jr. specializes in mission-critical electrical systems, bringing technical expertise to low-voltage and healthcare infrastructure projects while leading teams to deliver complex solutions that meet stringent industry requirements.
Menios Bougiotopoulos
Director of Construction Services
Menios Bougiotopoulos manages construction services with a focus on innovative electrical solutions, combining technical knowledge with practical field experience to ensure successful project delivery for diverse client needs.
Eric Damlos
Healthcare & Tenant Improvement Team Leader
Eric Damlos leads healthcare electrical projects with specialized knowledge of medical facility requirements, ensuring compliance with strict safety standards while delivering efficient, patient-centered infrastructure solutions.
Questions
What electrical services do you offer?
We provide full-service electrical contracting including design/build, maintenance, structured cabling, emergency response, and project management for commercial, healthcare, and industrial clients.
Do you provide emergency electrical services?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency response with dedicated trucks available to address urgent electrical issues across Chicagoland.
How long have you been in business?
Continental Electrical Construction has served Chicago since 1912, with over 110 years of experience in electrical contracting and construction.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Chicagoland, including Chicago, Oak Brook, Bellwood, and surrounding areas for commercial, healthcare, and industrial electrical projects.
Can you handle complex electrical projects?
Yes, our experienced team manages projects of all sizes, from simple repairs to large-scale construction, utilizing BIM modeling and prefabrication technologies for optimal results.
What makes you different from other contractors?
We combine century-old expertise with modern technology, offering single-source solutions, 24/7 emergency service, and a proven track record of 25,000+ successfully completed projects.
