Reputation
Maintaining a stellar reputation within our market sector has been a critical component to our firm’s continued success. By adhering to our core values of Dependability, Performance and Professionalism, client satisfaction will continue to be our practice.
“Based on our experience with Smalls Electrical it is evident that Smalls is dedicated to performing their work in a reliable, proactive manner with a commitment to quality.”
– Diana Minchella, Vice President, Vertex Engineering Services, Inc.
“ Smalls is to be considered an exemplary contractor and I am looking forward to working with your firm again.”
– Christian Rocca, Project Manager, Skanska USA Civil
“The work done by your field personnel and project management staff is outstanding. The team has shown a total dedication throughout the project and the ability to be synergistic to accomplish their goals. The work ethics and quality of work produced are exceptional!”
– Trevor Denny, Construction Manager, New York City Transit
“Their knowledge and experience of NYC Transit work led to minimal punch list work and smooth acceptance by the User Departments of their portions of this project.”
– A. Zimulis, Resident Engineer, Line Equipment, Shops & Yards
“Smalls has been found to be reliable and the services provided were completed in a timely fashion . . . .”
– Slavko, Pudar, Operations Manager, Perini Corporation
“Their knowledge and experience of NYC Transit work along with their willingness to get the work done on time and efficiently has made a positive impact on the job.”
– Victor F. Paterno, Jr., Project Manager, Slattery Gottlieb JV
“The trades people involved were experienced and worked efficiently and safely throughout the project”
– Timothy P. Casamento, P.E., Ahern Painting Contractors, Inc.
“Management’s willingness and eagerness to participate in coordinating all aspects of this project from inception to final closeout enabled this difficult project to be completed in a professional manner and on schedule.”
– John Duggan, P.E.. Principal, Prude Construction
Corporate
History
The Smalls family has been involved in the field of construction for over 70 years, since Jeffrey’s grandfather, Samuel Smalls, ventured into business. Samuel was a carpenter in the late 1940’s and later mastered the art of plumbing, becoming one of the first and very successful African American Master Plumbers in New York.
After seeing his father’s success, Jeffrey’s father, James Smalls, formed J.E. Smalls Enterprises, Inc., when he obtained his Master Plumber’s license in 1976. Over his 30 years in the business, James cultivated a substantial customer base in the Park Slope area of Brooklyn, New York.
In 1997, Jeffrey Smalls established Smalls Electrical Construction, Inc., the third generation of Smalls entrepreneurs. Since 1997, Smalls Electrical Construction, Inc., has established itself to be one of the premier electrical contracting companies in the New York City area building on the past 70 years of construction experience. Today, our unrivaled performance and commitment to quality has enabled Smalls Electrical Construction, Inc., to continue to exceed the expectations of our customers and critics alike.
Honesty, reliability and hard work have been the guiding standards that continue to carry on the Smalls name in the construction industry.
Jeffrey J. Smalls | President, CEO
Jeffrey Smalls is President and CEO of Smalls Electrical Construction, Inc. Mr. Smalls was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. He graduated from W.E. Grady High School in 1989 and attended New York City Technical College where he studied Electrical Technology.
While in college Mr. Smalls gained his experience working as an Electrician for several large Electrical Contractors before becoming a Foreman where he was responsible for the completion of projects totaling over $40 Million. Mr. Smalls also attended Boro of Manhattan Community College and New York University. He received his Master Electrician’s License in 1997, becoming the youngest licensee in New York City the same year he founded Smalls Electrical Construction, Inc., whose primary customers include the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, MTA-New York City Transit, and the New York State Department of Transportation.
Mr. Smalls is a member of the Subcontractors Trade Association, the Building Trades Employers’ Association, the New York Electrical Contractors Association, the National Electrical Contractors Association and served as Chairman of the School Advisory Board of Alfred E. Smith High School in the Bronx. Smalls Electrical Construction, Inc., is also a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local Union #3.
Jeffrey Smalls has been selected as one of the “40 Under Forty” honorees by The Network Journal for 2007. In addition, Smalls Electrical was previously chosen as one of the 500 fastest-growing companies nationwide by INC. Magazine for 2007. Mr. Smalls was named as one of Crain’s New York Business’ Top Entrepreneurs’ for 2006, placed #38 on the Top 100 Specialty Contractors in New York by New York Construction Magazine for 2006, also honored as “2006 Emerging Contractor of the Year” by the New York State Association of Minority Contractors
Awards
Throughout the company’s ten years in the business, Smalls has been honored by several different magazines, associations and businesses for its sustained growth and outstanding electrical contracting and construction work.
Some of the many awards include – New York Construction magazine as #34 on the Top 100 Specialty Contractors for 2007; Crain’s New York Business, Top Entrepreneurs’ for 2006; and The Network Journal, 40 Under Forty, Mastering the Art of Excellence award, 2007.
Smalls Electrical was honored in Chicago at the annual extravaganza by Inc. 500, as one of the 500 fastest – growing private companies in America. As an entrepreneur, Inc. 500 highlights these superstars and their amazing achievements. The Inc. 500 list has long provided a showcase for the best in American business and has been the first to identify many top companies that are branded including Microsoft, Timberland, and Domino’s Pizza. The Inc. 500 is a look at our nation’s future, with the Inc. 500 entrepreneurs leading us onward and upward.
http://www.inc.com/magazine/20070901/how-i-did-it-jeffrey-smalls.html
http://newyork.construction.com/people/toplists/NYminicharts.pdf
http://www.tnj.com/events/2007winners/2007_4040jsmalls07.php
Financial Strength
Philosophy
At Smalls Electrical Construction our philosophy has kept our company financially sound and viable while many others have failed. “Our sustained success stems from our commitment to continuously reinvest in our infrastructural development.”
Growth
Reinvesting in our firm has enabled us to attract the best talent, management, and obtain the appropriate tools and equipment to sustain growth while building our reputation and customer base.
Credit
Good business credit is an indication of financial strength. Smalls Electrical Construction has a strong credit rating as listed in Dun & Bradstreet. Our score is well above our industry’s average.
