Premise

What Premise does

Premise Inc. is a Minneapolis-headquartered, privately held construction services firm specializing in the buildout of critical communications and power infrastructure across the US Midwest. Founded in 2015 by Matthew Cina, a 12-state Master Electrician who previously scaled and sold Mill City TEC, the company self-performs three integrated service lines: Wireless Infrastructure (tower construction, RF installation, DAS, small cell, and DC power systems for carriers including AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, DISH, and Crown Castle), Solar Infrastructure (rooftop, commercial and industrial, ground mount, community solar, and utility-scale design-build-operate), and Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure (DC fast charger deployment for Tesla, Rivian, and network operators). The firm operates as an open-shop licensed electrical and general contractor in eight states (Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Illinois, and New Mexico), with the ability to obtain additional state licensing on demand.

Revenue is generated through project-based professional services contracts billed against enterprise customers in telecom, energy, automotive, healthcare, defense, transportation, and engineering/construction verticals, with no public pricing and no disclosed revenue figures. Premise monetizes training capacity both internally and externally through its Premise Training Center, which operates as a CITCA Regional Training Facility and NWSA proctoring site, offering safety courses, certification exams, skills sessions, and third-party classroom rentals. The company's go-to-market is direct enterprise field sales with no channel intermediaries, complemented by LinkedIn and Facebook presence and a content-rich corporate website.

Operational differentiation rests on self-perform capability across civil, electrical, and communications scopes; a workforce development stack comprising three DoL-registered apprenticeship programs (TIRAP, MEA, CCL-ABC-IL) and a proprietary NextGen Academy on Litmos LMS; and an in-house training facility featuring towers, NWSA exam capabilities, capstan and PIM training, and tower rescue. The firm has no disclosed institutional funding, no public-market presence, and no AI/ML or software product layer, making its competitive position a function of licensed contracting capacity, certified workforce, and execution reputation rather than technology differentiation.

Name

Premise

Legal name

Premise Inc.

Website

https://premiseco.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Premise Inc. is a Minneapolis-based, privately held open-shop contractor that self-performs wireless tower, solar, and EV charging infrastructure construction across eight Midwest and Southwest states, serving enterprise customers including all major US carriers, Tesla, and Rivian through project-based services and a certified in-house training center.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Telecommunications Infrastructure Construction

NAICS

Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction (237130)

SIC

Electrical Work (1731)

akta.pro primary industry

Telecom Tower & Mast Construction (Greenfield Builds, Foundations, Erection) (IMAFAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Civil & Site Works EPC (Earthworks, Roads, Drainage, Foundations) (EUAEADAA), Tower Operations & Maintenance (Field Services) (HDAIAKAF)

Keywords

• Wireless infrastructure construction
• Solar installation services
• EV charging infrastructure
• Tower construction services
• Electrical contracting services

Headquarters

HQ city

Minneapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Wireless/Tower Infrastructure Services: Civil construction, RF installation on rooftops and water tanks, DC power plant and battery systems, DAS, small cell installation, commissioning and integration, COW/COLT temporary solutions, testing and troubleshooting, maintenance and service work.
2. Solar Infrastructure Services: Full-service solar installation and maintenance including design and engineering, procurement, foundation installation, rack and module installation, electrical systems, SCADA systems, commissioning, operations and maintenance, covering rooftop, C&I, ground mount, community solar gardens, and utility scale projects.
3. Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure: DC fast charger infrastructure installation throughout the United States. Services include service work, troubleshooting, electrical service and switch gear, trenching and boring, communication and fiber cabling, underground locating and fault finding, and civil crew services.
4. Training and Certification Services: Premise Training Center offers CITCA training, NWSA exams, safety courses (Fall Protection, First Aid/CPR, PPE, RF Awareness, Crane Safety), hands-on skills sessions, and third-party training room rentals.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Premise is a licensed electrical and general contractor that self-performs construction services for wireless/tower infrastructure (civil construction, RF installation, DAS, small cell, DC power systems, commissioning, maintenance), solar infrastructure (rooftop, C&I, ground mount, community solar, utility scale — covering design, procurement, installation, SCADA, commissioning, and O&M), and EV charging infrastructure (DC fast charger installation, trenching, fiber, civil crews). The company also operates the Premise Training Center, providing in-house safety, certification, and technical training.

Product overview

Premise Inc. is a Minnesota-based construction company offering integrated infrastructure services across three core areas: Wireless Infrastructure (tower construction, DAS, small cell, RF installation for all carriers), Solar Infrastructure (rooftop to utility-scale solar design, installation, and O&M), and Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure (DC fast charger installation). The company operates a unified service model where it self-performs all work including civil, electrical, and communications. A key differentiator is the Premise Training Center, an in-house facility providing safety training, NWSA certification exams, and technical skills training. Premise supports workforce development through three registered apprenticeship programs: TIRAP (wireless/tower trades), MEA (electrical), and CCL-ABC-IL (construction craft labor). The company is structured as an open-shop contractor serving Midwest and select states with an agile workforce model.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Wireless Infrastructure Construction services for wireless carriers covering civil construction, RF installation on rooftops and water tanks, DC power plant and battery systems, DAS, small cell deployment, commissioning and integration, COW/COLT temporary solutions, testing and troubleshooting, maintenance, generator installation, electrical service and switch gear, trenching and boring, communication and fiber cabling, and underground locating and fault finding.
• Solar Infrastructure Full-service solar installation and maintenance including design and engineering, procurement, foundation installation, rack and module installation, electrical systems, SCADA systems, commissioning, operations and maintenance, low and medium voltage work, service work, troubleshooting, generator installation, electrical service and switch gear, trenching and boring, communication and fiber cabling, underground locating and fault finding, power quality testing, and preventative maintenance across rooftop, commercial and industrial, ground mount, community solar gardens, and utility-scale projects.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Installation of DC fast charger infrastructure throughout the United States, with self-performed service work, troubleshooting, electrical service and switch gear, trenching and boring, communication and fiber cabling, underground locating and fault finding, and civil crew services for automotive companies and EV charging network operators.
• Premise Training Center In-house training facility offering practical and technical training for the infrastructure construction industry, including safety training (Fall Protection, First Aid/CPR, PPE, RF Awareness, Crane Safety), hands-on skills sessions, NWSA practical exams, Capstan practical training, PIM hunting sessions, tower and rescue training, CITCA training and certification programs, and classroom rentals.

Named customers13 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CITCA (Construction Industry Training Center of America)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 December 2023Starting 2024, Premise Training Center serves as an official CITCA Regional Training Facility, joining CITCA headquarters in Bradley, IL plus other national locations. Offers world-class CITCA training and certification programs for telecommunications, wind, construction, and related industries.
• Gundersen Health SystemminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 September 2023Premise collaborated with Gundersen Envision team to construct a solar canopy project at Gundersen Health System's La Crosse facility. Project produces 1,000 MWh of electricity annually, offsetting 10% of the hospital's energy use.
• WIA (Wireless Infrastructure Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWIA is National Sponsor of TIRAP (Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program). Premise enrolls tower employees in DoL-registered apprenticeships with occupations including Wireless Technician, Small Cell Technician, Telecom Tower Technician, and Antenna & Line Lead/Foreman.
• NWSA (National Wireless Safety Alliance)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPremise Training Center hosts NWSA TTT1 & TTT2 Practical Exam Proctor Credentialing Workshops and administers NWSA CBT exams in-house. Instructor Adam Drieling conducts training sessions.
• MEA (Minnesota Electrical Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMEA partners with ETN to provide registered apprenticeship program to Premise. All Apprentice Electricians enrolled in 4-year program with 8-month annual coursework, evening online classes, and monthly work hour reporting.
• ABC-IL (Associated Builders and Contractors - Illinois)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPremise partners with ABC-IL for Construction Craft Labor Registered Apprenticeship. All Civil Techs, Rack & Panel Techs and entry-level labor positions enrolled. 2-year program with 8-month annual coursework via live online classes.
• AVIVOminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPremise hosts AVIVO Institute of Career and Technical Education telecommunications class at Premise Training Center. Trainer Chris Nicholls teaches wireless systems basics, PPE, fall protection, and tower rescue.
• Elk RivercoreOthersManufacturer of premium fall protection equipment. For over 30 years, made in USA harnesses and lanyards trusted by industry leaders. Exclusive safety partner providing quality, dependability, and team safety.
• PMI (PMI Rope)coreOthersManufacturer and distributor of finest ropes and equipment for work and rescue at height. Over 40 years of Made in USA products. Provides technical knowledge to improve rope safety and rescue system compliance.
• U.S. CompliancecoreOthersIndustry leader in EHS compliance management and consulting, delivering OSHA compliance and environmental compliance consulting for industrial firms throughout North America.
• STUDSONminorOthersInnovative head protection manufacturer redefining industrial helmet safety standards. Committed to making the industry safer with helmet technology that elevates protection standards.
• Litmos LMScoreTechnology or IntegrationPlatform hosting Premise's proprietary NextGen Academy training system. Provides learning management infrastructure for relevant, timely, and safety-driven training modules and courses.
• Minnesota Safety CouncilminorOthersProud member of Minnesota Safety Council, providing access to safety resources, training, and industry networking.
• NATE (National Association of Tower Erectors)minorOthersProud member of National Association of Tower Erectors, supporting wireless infrastructure industry standards and workforce development.
• MnSEIA (Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Association)minorOthersProud member of Minnesota Solar Energy Industries Association, supporting solar industry growth and best practices in the state.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• MasTec: Large national infrastructure contractor with significant telecom tower, wireless, oil & gas, and power delivery exposure, serving many of the same carrier and utility customers as Premise at substantially greater scale.
• Dycom Industries: Pure-play specialty contractor for telecom networks, including tower, small cell, fiber, and DAS work for carriers such as AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and DISH—directly overlapping Premise's wireless services core.
• IES Holdings: Electrical and infrastructure services contractor spanning communications, commercial & industrial, and residential markets—analogous mid-size electrical services footprint with carrier and commercial end-market overlap.
• MYR Group: Specialty electrical construction firm (C&I, utility, commercial) that self-performs electrical scope like Premise, with similar licensing, apprenticeship-driven workforce model, and renewable exposure.
• O'Connell Electric Company: Private Northeast/Mid-Atlantic electrical and telecom infrastructure contractor with self-perform telecom, utility, and solar practices, similar in scale, scope, and founder-led profile to Premise.

Others

• SBA Communications: Tower owner/operator that purchases site development, civil, and installation services from contractors like Premise; represents a key buyer in the same wireless vertical.

Broad incumbents

• Primoris Services Corporation: Diversified infrastructure contractor with power delivery, renewables, and pipeline/utility specialties, overlapping Premise on solar EPC and electrical infrastructure work.
• Mortenson Construction: Large Midwest-headquartered EPC firm with significant utility-scale solar, wind, and data center construction practices, overlapping Premise's solar and high-voltage electrical scope.
• Quanta Services: Largest pure-play utility infrastructure contractor in North America, with telecom, electric power, and renewable energy construction services directly comparable to Premise's three vertical stack.
• Black & Veatch: Global EPC firm for power, water, and telecom infrastructure; already a Premise customer, signaling direct overlap on solar, communications, and large infrastructure project delivery.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Premiseco
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/11556071

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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