Commercial construction site with professional electrical infrastructure installation
Construction & Ground-Up Developments

Full-scope electrical construction, from slab to certificate of occupancy.

Optimum Energy Services delivers complete commercial electrical construction for ground-up developments, temporary power, underground trenching, service installations, distribution systems, and every phase from rough-in to final trim across Southern California.

Full-scope construction
Slab to CO coverage
On-schedule delivery
GC coordination
Code-compliant installation
Permit-ready plans

One electrical contractor from groundbreaking to grand opening.

Ground-up commercial construction demands an electrical contractor who can execute every phase on schedule. Your project needs full-scope capability, from temporary power and underground utilities through final trim and certificate of occupancy.

We deliver complete electrical construction for commercial developments, coordinating with your GC and trades to hit every milestone on schedule and on budget.

Full-scope electrical construction for commercial developments.

From temporary power to certificate of occupancy, every phase of electrical construction under one contractor.

01

Temporary power & site electrical

Temporary power panels, spider boxes, site lighting, and construction-phase electrical services that keep your project moving from day one of mobilization.

02

Underground trenching & conduit

Underground electrical trenching, duct bank installation, utility coordination, and conduit systems, properly engineered for commercial loads and future expansion.

03

Main service & switchgear installation

Utility service coordination, transformer pads, main switchgear, distribution panels, and metering, sized and engineered for your building's full electrical load.

04

Rough-in & branch circuit wiring

Complete rough-in wiring, conduit installation, junction boxes, and branch circuit distribution throughout the structure, coordinated with all trades for clean execution.

05

Lighting systems & controls

Interior and exterior LED lighting, emergency/exit lighting, daylight harvesting, occupancy sensors, and Title 24 compliant lighting control systems.

06

Fire alarm & life safety systems

Fire alarm panel installation, device wiring, smoke detectors, pull stations, strobes, and integration with building fire suppression and notification systems.

07

Power distribution & specialty systems

Dedicated circuits for HVAC, elevators, commercial kitchen equipment, data/telecom rooms, and specialty systems, coordinated with mechanical and low-voltage trades.

08

Final trim, testing & commissioning

Device installation, fixture trim, panel scheduling, circuit testing, Title 24 acceptance testing, and complete documentation for certificate of occupancy.

Commercial construction electrical rough-in with EMT conduit runs, junction boxes, and cable tray

Electrical Rough-In

Precision conduit work and infrastructure installation that keeps your project on schedule and on budget.

Newly installed commercial electrical switchgear room with main distribution panel and rigid conduit

Switchgear Installation

Clean, code-compliant main distribution infrastructure built right from day one.

Trusted by Southern California's leading developers and general contractors.

From ground-up retail to multi-story office, we build the electrical infrastructure for commercial developments that perform.

Explore all industries
Ground-up commercial buildings
Multi-story office developments
Retail centers & shopping plazas
Industrial & warehouse facilities
Mixed-use developments
Restaurant & hospitality buildouts
Medical & dental office buildings
Tenant improvement projects

Why developers and GCs choose Optimum Energy Services.

We understand that construction schedules are unforgiving, from milestone deadlines to coordinating with multiple trades. Every project is executed for on-time delivery and zero-defect quality.

Full-scope electrical partner

We handle every phase of commercial electrical construction, from temporary power and underground work through final trim and CO. One contractor, one point of accountability, zero coordination gaps.

GC-ready project execution

We understand general contractor workflows, critical path scheduling, and multi-trade coordination. Our crews show up on time, hit milestones, and communicate proactively to keep your project on track.

Permit-ready engineering

Complete electrical plans, load calculations, Title 24 compliance documentation, and permit-ready packages that minimize plan check revisions and keep your project timeline on schedule.

Scalable crew deployment

We scale crew sizes to match your project phases, from a small rough-in team to full mobilization for critical milestones. Flexible staffing that adapts to your construction schedule.

A streamlined process built for construction timelines.

On-schedule execution from pre-construction planning to certificate of occupancy.

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    Step 1

    Pre-construction planning & design

    We review architectural and engineering plans, develop electrical scope, provide value engineering recommendations, and prepare permit-ready electrical documents.

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    Step 2

    Budgeting & scheduling alignment

    Detailed budgets broken down by phase, material procurement timelines, and milestone schedules aligned with your GC's master construction schedule.

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    Step 3

    Phased construction execution

    Professional installation through every phase, underground, rough-in, top-out, trim, with daily coordination, progress reporting, and quality control at each milestone.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Testing, commissioning & closeout

    Complete system testing, Title 24 acceptance testing, panel scheduling, as-built documentation, and warranty packages for certificate of occupancy.

What you can expect

  • Full-scope execution from underground to final trim
  • GC-ready coordination and milestone-driven scheduling
  • Permit-ready plans and Title 24 compliance documentation

Featured construction & ground-up electrical projects.

Examples of full-scope electrical construction completed for commercial developments across Southern California.

View all construction projects
Ground-up retail center electrical buildout
Southern California

Ground-up retail center electrical buildout

Complete electrical construction for 80,000 sq ft retail development including underground utilities, main switchgear, tenant spaces, parking lot lighting, and EV charging infrastructure.

Multi-story office development
Ventura County

Multi-story office development

Full-scope electrical for 4-story Class A office building, 2,000A service, floor-by-floor distribution, lighting controls, fire alarm, and data infrastructure throughout.

Mixed-use development electrical
Los Angeles County

Mixed-use development electrical

Ground-up electrical construction for mixed-use project with ground-floor retail, upper-floor office, and structured parking, multiple meters, separate services, and coordinated utility work.

Construction & ground-up electrical FAQs.

Quick answers to common questions from developers and general contractors about costs, capabilities, and construction electrical services.

01How much does commercial electrical construction cost?

Commercial electrical construction typically runs $15-$35 per square foot depending on building type, complexity, and systems required. Ground-up projects range from $150,000 for smaller retail to $1M+ for large commercial developments. We provide detailed phase-by-phase budgets during pre-construction so there are no surprises.

02Can you handle the entire electrical scope from underground to CO?

Yes, full-scope electrical construction is our specialty. We handle temporary power, underground trenching, main service installation, rough-in, fire alarm, lighting, specialty systems, final trim, and testing through certificate of occupancy. One contractor for the entire electrical scope.

03Do you coordinate with general contractors and other trades?

Absolutely. We're experienced working within GC-managed construction schedules, attending coordination meetings, managing RFIs, and working alongside mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and low-voltage trades. We communicate proactively and hit our milestones.

04Do you handle Title 24 compliance and permitting?

Yes. We prepare permit-ready electrical plans, Title 24 lighting compliance documentation, load calculations, and all required acceptance testing. Our documentation packages minimize plan check revisions and keep your project moving.

05How do you handle changes and additions during construction?

Change orders are a normal part of construction. We document all changes with clear pricing, schedule impacts, and approval workflows. Our project managers ensure changes are tracked, communicated, and executed without disrupting the overall construction timeline.

06Can you scale crews for tight construction timelines?

Yes. We maintain flexible crew capacity and can scale from small teams during early phases to full mobilization for critical milestones. We align our staffing with your construction schedule to ensure we never hold up the critical path.

Ready to build with a full-scope electrical construction partner?

From temporary power and underground trenching to final trim and certificate of occupancy, OES delivers the complete electrical construction your development demands.