We are proud to recognize our award-winning APG Service Team! Over the years, the group has grown into a 24-hour emergency service with a guaranteed response to handle any problem. 

​Our professional group is comprised of apprentices and licensed electricians whose diverse experience and innovative approach have helped ensure quality for all of our projects.

They have serviced numerous accounts throughout our community, including St. Joseph Hospital North, USAA Crosstown, JPMorgan Chase, Eckerd College, and a lasting comradery with Tampa International Plaza. Whether they’re replacing a busy hospital’s dated emergency power systems without interruption or tackling a major renovation with a strict completion date, 
our service personnel routinely overcome every challenge.

Vice President of Service Tim White oversees not only our Service Group, but also Life Safety and Security. We also appreciate the leadership of Service Group Manager Pete Hyneman, who consistently allows us to meet deadlines and provide quality work for our customers. Service Superintendent Brian Worley is a familiar face to those in the field, always checking in on a job’s progress. Service Group Senior Estimator Bob Bergeron analyzes project plans, bills of quantities, and other documentation to get the job done right. Service Coordinator Tyler Byrne and Project Administrator Sara Cochrane are on top of any calls that come in regarding requests and questions. Our team extends beyond our Clearwater office, as Senior Service Coordinator Julie Bennett and Project Administrator Christa Kelley are essential in making sure that the Lakeland and Orlando projects — or any unexpected situations — are well cared for.

We appreciate the hard work and dedication of our team’s effort. Our Service Group has done exceptionally well as they continue to enhance our presence as a full-service contractor. A special thanks to everyone who is a part of our team as they continue keeping our customers’ businesses running safely and smoothly.

Standing tall above the sugar-white sands of Clearwater beach is the nearly complete JW Marriott. Developed by Kiran Patel and managed by Moss Construction, the 16-floor, 450,000- square-foot luxury hotel features 162 guest rooms and 36 residences. The complex’s unmatched amenities include an elevated 11th-floor swimming pool and bar, a full-service spa, meeting rooms, flexible ballrooms, a gym and an oceanfront restaurant with private dining.

The scope of the project pulled from all aspects of APG — electrical, fire alarm, security, technology, and 3D BIM coordination services. In the field, APG Project Superintendent Josh Falini led the charge and did a phenomenal job keeping up with changes and issues. The installation of such a highly complex lighting control system and thousands of feet of specialty light fixtures provided a considerable challenge for the team.

With a constant flow of design changes and an aggressive construction schedule, APG met every expected deadline while dealing with limited space and the inevitable delays in shipping components.

We are grateful for the opportunity with which Moss Construction has trusted us. Moss’ Senior Project Manager Tyler Harper and Project Manager Brock Troutman are true professionals, and we appreciate their hard work in successfully coordinating the efforts of APG and dozens of other contractors on the job.

​Opening May 2023, the JW Marriott will stand out as the new jewel of the Gulf Coast. We are proud to have had a significant role in constructing this signature building.

The BayCare Wesley Chapel Hospital — a massive undertaking for APG — is almost complete. APG has decades of experience in healthcare design and construction, but this project marks the first time we have both completely designed and then built a hospital from the ground up. The 40 acre, 318,000 square-foot complex will provide the Wesley Chapel area with 86 patient beds, a new 20 bed emergency department, an imaging lab, an intensive care unit with virtual monitoring beds, and a physical rehabilitation center.

The project initially began in December 2019, when APG was awarded the contract to provide MEPFT design services. Vice President of Engineering Mike Dobbs and Director of Engineering Rolando Alvarez hit the ground running with Senior Electrical Engineer Rolando Martiatus, Electrical Engineer Yonet Lopez, and BIM Specialist Jordan Sibbach.

After a competitive bidding process, APG won the construction contract for the project. The team faced many challenges, and COVID-19 restrictions played a large part in unexpected issues and component delays. Despite it all, APG met every expected deadline and is on track to complete the project on schedule.

The construction phase of this difficult project showcased the efficiency and craftsmanship of the APG team led by Senior Project Manager Austin Buxton, Project Manager Tommy Poore, and Project Superintendent Eric Beal. Project Foremen Greg Cirillo, Juan Garcia, and Josh Mosher were also vital to the team’s success, as well as Superintendent RJ Blake, Lead Electrician Michael Fantow, and Journeyman Electrician Collin Ephraim, whose hard work and dedication were exemplified in many aspects of the project.

We are incredibly proud of everyone who participated in the Wesley Chapel Hospital project and who provided an excellent example of our team’s communication skills and workmanship. Design and construction of healthcare projects represents the largest segment of our business, and we are proud to have the privilege of designing and building some of the largest and most critical hospital buildings in the state. By performing both design and construction in-house, APG offers something remarkably unique in the industry.

​Building just one hospital of the size and caliber of the Wesley Chapel project could be the highlight of any contractor’s portfolio, but APG is currently involved with several. We are able to successfully manage them all because of the decades we have committed to finding and training the best and brightest electrical design and construction team in the Tampa Bay area

Over the past year, APG has taken on a myriad of projects to build and better our community. As we start the new year, we are excited to announce that our own central energy plant (CEP) has been completed. This new energy plant will ensure better power stability and reliability by consolidating our previous power solution into a new, safely enclosed space under one system.

Breaking ground in March 2022, the team had a lot to accomplish to meet their end-of-year deadline. The process involved demolishing the existing asphalt and running underground conduit from the old 14 electrical meter locations to our new electrical meter center. A 335 square-foot extension to our office building was constructed from the ground up to house the new 2,000 Amp service. The scope of the project also included the relocation and reconnection of our current generator, and the introduction of five new electric vehicle charging stations.

​The inevitable shutdowns, inspections and component delays presented considerable challenges. Despite all these difficulties, APG was able to complete the project before the new year. From design to switch over, this internal project has been a coordinated multi-year effort involving many hands. Leading the job was Project Manager Terry Ryan, Project Foreman Quentin Clark, and Electrical Engineer Yonet Lopez. We would like to thank Terry, Quentin, and Yonet for their eagerness and dedication to the job. And a special thank you to the Warehouse and Fleet Teams, Facility Maintenance Coordinator Tony Vanlier, and everyone that had a part in this. We appreciate all your efforts and the quality work ethic that empowered APG to do it right

Our APG family was excited to return to Busch Gardens on Sunday, November 6th for our 38th Annual Family Picnic. As one of our favorite family picnic destinations, Busch Gardens never disappoints with thrilling rides and close-up animal encounters. We enjoyed taking part in the numerous activities that the park has to offer and it gave employees the chance to spend time with their families and friends.

Following the park’s closure at 6 pm, the APG party got into full swing. Families enjoyed Zagora Café or Oasis Pizza for dinner and dessert, and snacked on theme park favorites like churros and caramel corn.

​Then it was off to experience unlimited rides on Cheetah Hunt, Cobra’s Curse, Montu, SheiKra, and Tigris. Some of our younger guests enjoyed testing their skills in the carnival game areas with free unlimited gameplay. In the Gwazi area, many were challenged climbing the rope ladders, while others went to shoot hoops for free prizes and basketballs. We closed out the park at 10 pm with some incredible memories to cherish.

We want to thank everyone who attended our Family Picnic this year and Busch Gardens for allowing us to bring together our families and friends for a fun-filled day! A special thank you to Bonnie Gerhart and Busch Gardens’ Nevar Campbell, Event Sales Manager, and her assistant Haley Johnson, for their incredible work in arranging this wonderful event.

​We look forward to seeing everyone again next year for another great experience!

Home to three-time Stanley Cup Champions and used as one of Tampa Bay’s largest event venues, the Amalie Arena has undergone many changes and additions throughout the years. The most recent addition to the stadium was awarded to us in mid-January. The project scope consisted of removing the facility’s existing central energy plant (CEP) and replacing it with a new modular CEP located in the player’s parking lot.

The APG BIM department played a vital role in developing this job, helping re-design and identify all potential issues within the scope of work. Once the team was settled into the new design, they were able to incorporate prefabricated conduit systems, build the systems off-site, and finally, install our work inside the modular building.

The Amalie Arena project had several hurdles that the APG team had to overcome. With the Tampa Bay Lightning going to the Stanley Cup finals, work had to commence as soon as possible. Further complications were the shortage of storage space for delivered materials and scheduling around concerts and various events. Though APG was only given 87 days to complete the project, our exceptional workforce was able to finish seven days ahead of schedule.

​Despite the difficulties, the Amalie Arena project showcased the efficiency and communication prowess of both our field and office staff. As Project Superintendent Brian Faller mentioned,

BIM Manager Artie Hackett and BIM Specialist Mike Perry were essential in ensuring everything was as precise as possible for the field. Our in-house Trimble Team was a huge help, thanks to Project Foreman John Lenges and Project Superintendent Augie Manfre. Their measurements made it much simpler to drill holes and run conduits. Other notable mentions include Warehouse Technician Mickey Mitchell for his help bringing tools from the shop to the job site, and Electrician Mario Villa Villafane for his dedication to the team and project.

​We’d also like to recognize everyone that had a hand in completing this project, especially those in the field. APG could not be successful without your skill, dedication, and can-do attitude. Thank you, Amalie Arena, for trusting APG with projects like this!

Contest Winners for the Day: 
FIRST PLACE:

1. Dale Rive
2. Vincent Palmitesto
3. Scott Wilson

SECOND PLACE: 

1. Ed Burchett
2. Mike Millard
3. Dennis Lowther

THIRD PLACE: 

1. Zeth Caudill
2. Josh Wright
3. Kevin DeWitt
4. Nate McDonald

PUTTING CONTEST WINNING TEAM:

1. Vinny Mannello
2. Cas Jakubowski
3. Robert Kelly

LONGEST DRIVE:
Sean Spires
CLOSEST TO THE PIN:
Scott Wilson
​HOLE-IN-ONE LAKE COURSE #8:
Vincent Palmitesto

​Our Technology Group is made up of highly certified and experienced professionals. These include: BICSI Certified Installers (TECH, INSTF, INSTC); BICSI Certified RCDDs; and AVIXA Certified Technology Specialists (CTS, CTS-D).

​The Technology Group has also received APEx Certification through AVIXA for the fifth year in a row, which puts them in the upper echelon of integrators in the industry from around the world. Their level of expertise has been proven through projects such as the USAA, Suntrax, the JW Marriott, Jabil and many others and their contributions have truly made an impact on our customers, partners, and community.

The Technology Group also takes great pride in the dedication and work ethic of all of the team’s hardworking field employees. “They have been fantastic — working hard under heavy workloads and compressed project schedules,” says team member, Dennis Kuhns, INSTC, INSTF. “ Even the newest employees have all hit the ground running and have been great additions to our team.” 

The Technology Group’s work has garnered many awards over the years. Recent highlights include:

• Commercial Integrator Award:
  - Best Corporate Campus: New Jabil Headquarters, 2022
  
• InAVate Award Finalist:
  - Jabil Headquarters, 2022
  - St. Pete Police Department, 2020
  - Raymond James Stadium, 2018 & 2019