Power Design

What Power Design does

Power Design is a privately held, founder-owned multi-trade design-build contractor founded in 1989 and headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida. The company self-performs electrical, mechanical, plumbing, lighting, systems technologies, and energy services for enterprise developers, general contractors, and property owners across 28 U.S. states. Its primary customer segments are multi-family residential developers (including repeat clients Greystar, Related Companies, North American Properties, and Core Spaces), commercial and hospitality operators (Royal Caribbean, Pendry Hotels), and construction partners seeking supplemental workforce through the Special Operations Division. The firm has completed approximately 1,856 projects nationwide and maintains a $1B bonding capacity supporting rapid mobilization on large-scale engagements.

The company's service platform is anchored by an integrated MEP design engineering practice (a 270+ person division), multi-trade prefabrication, captive specialty manufacturing, and rapid-mobilization construction. Its 208,000 sq. ft. LINK facility in St. Petersburg operates as a distribution, kitting, and prefabrication hub managing 10,000 lighting SKUs at 99.7% inventory accuracy and 99.3% on-time jobsite delivery. Co-located at the same site, the SHOP facility operates as an LFG-branded UL-certified manufacturer of switchboards (UL 891, UL 67, UL 857), panelboards, transformers, busways, VFDs, and custom enclosures. A proprietary semi-truck fleet handles direct jobsite delivery without third-party logistics. Adjacent technology capabilities include SmartSpaces building automation and multi-trade prefabrication of fire alarm panels, lighting controls, and low-voltage systems.

Power Design operates a project-based B2B revenue model, earning revenue through design-build contracts awarded via enterprise field sales. Pricing is project-specific and not publicly disclosed. The GTM motion is relationship-driven, anchored by self-performed unified services and the ability to mobilize within 48 hours via the Special Operations Division. The firm's operating sub-brands include LFG (manufacturing), LINK (distribution), GRID (corporate headquarters), SmartSpaces (building automation), PowerU (federally accredited apprenticeship), and Project V5 (community giving). The company has been recognized across ENR Top 500, MEP Giant (#62 in 2023), ABC STEP Platinum, and EC&M Top 40 rankings, and is led by founder Mitch Permuy as CEO and Chairman.

Name

Power Design

Legal name

Power Design Inc.

Website

https://powerdesigninc.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Power Design is a private, founder-owned multi-trade design-build contractor founded in 1989, serving enterprise developers, GCs, and property owners across 28 U.S. states with integrated MEP engineering, prefabrication, UL-certified switchboard manufacturing, and rapid-mobilization construction services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Design-Build Construction Services

NAICS

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (238210), Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing (335311), Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (3351), Architectural Services (54131)

SIC

Electrical Work (1731), Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613), Power, Distribution & Specialty Transformers (3612), Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)

akta.pro primary industry

Engineering design services (line design, substation design, civil/structural) (EUADAKAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Transformers (Power, Distribution, Instrument, Specialty) (IMAGAAAA), Power Transformers, Reactors & Auxiliary Power Systems (EUADACAJ), Lighting Design Services (BPAHAKAJ)

Keywords

• Multi-trade construction
• Design-build services
• Electrical contracting
• MEP engineering
• Prefabricated assemblies

Headquarters

HQ city

St. Petersburg

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Design-Build Multi-Trade Construction Services: Power Design generates revenue through design-build contracts as a multi-trade contractor, self-performing electrical, mechanical, plumbing, systems technologies, lighting, energy, and special operations services across large-scale construction projects. Revenue is project-based, earned through direct engagement with developers, general contractors, and property owners on multi-family, commercial, hospitality, and high-rise projects. The company operates an integrated model where unified services span from preconstruction and engineering through construction and commissioning, capturing value across the full project lifecycle.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Power Design is a design-build multi-trade contractor delivering electrical, mechanical, plumbing, systems technologies, lighting, and energy solutions for commercial and multi-family construction projects. The firm self-performs all major trades through a unified delivery model spanning design, prefabrication, installation, and ongoing service, operating across 28 states from its St. Petersburg, FL headquarters.

Product overview

Power Design is a design-build multi-trade contractor offering integrated services across electrical, mechanical, plumbing, systems technologies, and energy disciplines. The company operates a unified service model where design, engineering, prefabrication, manufacturing, and construction are delivered by a single cohesive team. Core offerings include MEP design services (via a 270+ person engineering division), multi-trade construction, prefabrication (electrical, fire alarm, lighting controls, low voltage), LFG specialty manufacturing (UL-certified switchboards and critical power equipment), lighting and fixtures distribution (LINK facility), energy and EV solutions, SmartSpaces automation, backup power programs, and Special Operations (rapid mobilization workforce). The company also maintains an in-house fleet for logistics and distribution across 28 states.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• LFG: Specialty manufacturing division for critical power equipment including UL-certified switchboards and critical power equipment, manufactured at the SHOP facility
• LINK
• GRID
• PowerU
• SmartSpaces
• Project V5
• Power Youth
• Zero-In

Products and services

• Design & Engineering Pre-construction design and engineering services for electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and systems technology scopes on commercial and multi-family construction projects.
• Multi-Trade Construction (Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Systems Tech, Energy) Self-performed unified delivery of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, systems technologies, and energy installations for new construction and renovation projects across 28 states.
• Lighting & Fixtures Distribution Distribution of lighting and fixture products to project sites as part of integrated design-build delivery.
• Multi-Trade Prefabrication Off-site prefabrication of multi-trade mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and systems technology assemblies delivered to project sites to accelerate field installation and quality control.
• LFG Specialty Manufacturing Specialty manufacturing of construction components and assemblies supporting Power Design's multi-trade prefabrication and installation activities.
• Special Operations Specialized crews delivering fast-track, complex, and time-sensitive multi-trade construction and service work.
• SmartSpaces Systems technology offering providing smart, connected building infrastructure solutions integrated into new construction and renovation projects.
• Backup Power Program Standby and backup power deployment program providing generator and electrical resiliency solutions for commercial and multi-family properties.
• Fleet Services In-house logistics fleet and transportation operations supporting material delivery, prefabricated assembly shipment, and field execution across operating geographies.
• LINK Distribution Center Centralized distribution and warehousing operation that links Power Design's prefabrication facilities to active project sites for materials and assembly delivery.

Quantifiable outcome

• 10% average cost savings per square foot through integrated engineering approach
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Acuity BrandscoreTechnology or IntegrationLighting manufacturer and brand partnership for fixture sourcing and distribution. Power Design leverages Acuity Brands' product portfolio as part of their 1,100 global supplier relationships for lighting and fixture distribution through the LINK facility.
• Signify (formerly Philips Lighting)coreTechnology or IntegrationGlobal lighting manufacturer partnership providing fixture products sourced through Power Design's global procurement network. Integrated into lighting design and fixture distribution services for projects nationwide.
• BEGAcoreTechnology or IntegrationArchitectural lighting manufacturer partnership for premium fixture sourcing, supporting high-end multi-family and hospitality projects through Power Design's lighting and fixtures distribution service.
• Visual ComfortcoreTechnology or IntegrationPremium lighting manufacturer partnership for architectural and designer lighting fixtures used in luxury residential and hospitality projects across Power Design's portfolio.
• Schneider ElectriccoreTechnology or IntegrationDirect manufacturing partnership with Schneider Electric for critical power equipment components and Square D branded products used in LFG-manufactured switchboards and power distribution equipment.
• SiemenscoreTechnology or IntegrationDirect manufacturing partnership with Siemens for power equipment components integrated into LFG's UL-certified switchboards and critical power equipment manufactured at the SHOP facility.
• EatoncoreTechnology or IntegrationDirect manufacturing partnership with Eaton for electrical distribution and power equipment components used in custom switchboard manufacturing at LFG's U.S. production facility.
• CrestroncoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic technology partnership for building automation, AV, and smart building control systems. Crestron technology is deployed through Power Design's SmartSpaces division as part of the integrated building technologies backbone.
• CiscocoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic technology partnership for networking, building automation, and IT infrastructure integration in smart buildings. Cisco technologies support the systems technologies division's integrated building solutions.
• BrivocoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic technology partnership for cloud-based access control and security systems. Brivo's platform is integrated into Power Design's building technologies scope for smart building deployments.
• SALTOcoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic technology partnership for electronic lock and access control solutions. SALTO products are integrated into Power Design's systems technologies offerings for access control and building security.
• Metromont CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrecast concrete manufacturer partnership on the Luna project that led to Power Design becoming the first subcontractor to integrate prefabricated sleeving assemblies into precast systems, developing a proprietary prefab solution in collaboration with the architect and precast manufacturer.

Scale indicators21 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• EMCOR Group: Largest publicly traded mechanical and electrical construction services provider in the U.S. EMCOR's national scale, multi-trade delivery model, and MEP design-build capabilities make it the closest publicly traded comparable to Power Design's integrated MEP contracting platform.
• MYR Group: Specialty electrical construction services provider focused on transmission, distribution, and commercial/industrial electrical construction. MYR Group's specialty electrical contracting expertise and project-based revenue model are directly comparable to Power Design's electrical construction backbone.
• Faith Technologies: Privately held electrical and specialty systems design-build contractor serving commercial, industrial, and mission-critical markets. Faith's design-build delivery, prefab manufacturing, and integrated systems technologies closely mirror Power Design's unified service platform and in-house prefab/manufacturing capabilities.
• IES Holdings: Electrical and mechanical contracting firm with residential, commercial, and industrial exposure. IES's electrical-focused design-build capabilities and residential/commercial project mix are highly comparable to Power Design's core multi-family and commercial electrical contracting business.
• Rosendin: Employee-owned electrical contractor with design-build, prefabrication, and BIM/VDC capabilities across commercial, mission-critical, and renewable markets. Rosendin's integrated prefab and design-build model is highly comparable to Power Design's LINK prefab and engineering platforms.
• Comfort Systems USA: National mechanical and electrical contractor delivering HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services to commercial, industrial, and institutional customers. Its multi-trade self-perform model and multi-region operating footprint are directly comparable to Power Design's unified MEP delivery.
• ACCO Engineered Systems: Privately held design-build mechanical and plumbing contractor serving commercial, industrial, and institutional markets on the West Coast. ACCO's design-build MEP focus and specialty trade expertise overlap meaningfully with Power Design's multi-trade platform.
• Southland Industries: Privately held MEP design-build firm with integrated engineering, fabrication, and construction services. Southland's vertically integrated MEP model and prefab fabrication capabilities are directly comparable to Power Design's LINK/SHOP and unified MEP delivery.
• Helix Electric: Privately held electrical contractor with design-build, prefabrication, and specialty systems capabilities serving commercial and industrial customers nationally. Helix's design-build electrical expertise and prefab operations are comparable to Power Design's electrical and prefab platforms.

Broad incumbents

• Quanta Services: Largest publicly traded infrastructure construction provider in North America, with deep exposure to electric power, communications, and oil & gas infrastructure. While not a direct multifamily peer, Quanta's electrical construction scale, transformer/switchgear manufacturing adjacency, and utility-scale project capabilities overlap with Power Design's LFG manufacturing and electrical contracting platform.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance10 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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