HISTORY
WE’RE PROUD OF OUR RICH HISTORY AT IRBY
It’s hard in the business of building electric power infrastructure to have a history deeper than Irby Construction Company. We’ve been building electric power transmission lines as long as anyone. In fact, Irby crews built much of the existing electric grid and broke new ground on many industry firsts. The tradition continues today as we work to expand the grid’s capacity and apply new technologies for the future. Click on the timeline below to explore our proud past year by year.
1919
Stuart C. Irby founded Stuart C. Irby Company, which specialized in wholesale electrical supplies and electrical contracting...Read more
1946
Irby Construction Company was chartered as a separate organization headed by Stuart C. Irby, Jr., son of the founder...Read more
1965
Irby Construction Company had successfully constructed projects in 36 states, and by 1966, it had constructed more...Read more
1966
Irby utilized helicopters for the first time to assist in power line construction...Read more
1971
Irby constructed the first 765kV project in the U.S. in 1967, completing the project in 1971.Read more
1975
Irby constructed transmission, distribution, and substation projects in Java, Indonesia...Read more
1977
Irby constructed a 112-mile, 400kV transmission line project in South Africa. This same year, Irby also began 12....Read more
1985
Irby constructed 98 miles of 345kV transmission in the environmentally sensitive...Read more
1986
Irby constructed a 112-mile, 400kV transmission line project in South Africa...Read more
1987
A leader in safety, Irby established a lineman apprenticeship program that received certification from the U.S...Read more
1993
Irby received certification from the U.S. Department of Labor.Read more
1995
Irby completed construction of an EHV transmission line in Belize, Central America.Read more
2000
Irby Construction Company was acquired by Quanta Services, Inc. on July 10, 2000.Read more
2003
Irby Construction Company completed a 192-mile 345kV transmission line for NV Energy...Read more
2006
Irby Construction Company completed an energized transmission project in Chad...Read more
2008
Irby Construction Company was awarded a 5 year transmission line construction and maintenance contract for...Read more
2009
Irby Construction Company constructed a 230-mile 345kV transmission line for...Read more
2011
Quanta Services merged Okay Construction operations into Irby. This same year, Irby Construction Company...Read more
2012
Irby Construction Company moved into our new corporate headquarter in Richland, Mississippi.Read more
2015
Irby Construction completed the 230-mile Central Loop of Maine Power Reliability Program (MPRP)... Read more 
2016
In December of 2015, Quanta Services announced its appointment of Mr. Lee Jones as President of Irby... Read more 
2017
Continuing its tradition of innovation and expansion, Irby launched its outdoor lighting service in 2017... Read more 
2017
June 22, 2017: Irby was recognized at the 2017 Best Places to Work luncheon hosted by the Mississippi Business Journal.Read more
2017
November 10, 2017 Irby opened a new 14,000 sq ft office in Lockhart, Texas. The office serves LCRA ad other clients in central Texas and features 4,000 square feet of office space and 10,000 square feet of warehouse.Read more
2017
December, 2017 Irby Construction expanded its offering by creating an underground construction division.Read more
2018
Irby’s parent company, Quanta Services, acquired Northwest Lineman College. NLC is the electric power industry’s largest educational and training institution.Read more
2019
March 27, 2019 Irby President, Lee Jones, was recognized by the Mississippi Business Journal as one of the state’s Top CEO's for 2019, by the Mississippi Business Journal.Read more
2019
August 5, 2019 Irby Construction acquired Marathon Construction Services, expanding it’s foundation capabilities. Marathon operates as a division of Irby Construction.Read more
2019
October 7, 2019 Legend Foundation Services (“Legend”) was created after the acquisition of several foundation crews. A division of Irby Construction Company, Legend is a 50-employee company based in Broussard, Louisiana with specialized experience and capabilities working on complex projects in foundation construction, caisson installation, pole setting, as well as especially challenging amphibious foundation construction activities.Read more
2021
In December 2021, Irby Construction completed work on-site at Manatee Battery Energy Storage Center (BESS) and substation, which consists of 132 new battery line-ups connected to a new 230/34.5 kV substation. The Florida Power and Light project included the placement of 53,144 individual battery modules on a site that is the size of 3 football fields. At the time of completion, Manatee Battery Energy Storage Center was the world’s largest solar-powered battery. Read more 
2022
Jason Clayton was promoted to President of Irby Construction Company, effective January 31, 2022 Read more CONTACT HR DIRECT:
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The second theme of Construction Safety Week is all about taking action by responding.![]()
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Spotting hazards is only step one, while putting the right controls in place before work begins is what keeps crews safe. A structured approach helps teams evaluate risks and determine how to remove or reduce them through smarter planning and jobsite controls.![]()
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When hazard recognition becomes real, preventive response and action, we protect our people, our communities, and every phase of the work. 🦺![]()
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Construction Safety Week starts with one priority: Sharpening how we recognize and identify risk.![]()
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Crews face serious hazards every day. But too often, not all of them are caught in pre-task planning. Using a clear, shared approach to spot high-energy hazards and life-threatening risks earlier can make a real difference in the field.![]()
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When teams are aligned on what to recognize in the field, awareness improves, response is faster, and incidents can be prevented.![]()
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Same goal. Same focus. Safer jobsites. 🦺![]()
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RECOGNIZE • RESPOND • RESPECT![]()
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These are the tenets of Construction Safety Week 2026. At Irby Construction Company, they're not just words on a banner; they're built into how we work.![]()
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Construction is one of the largest industries in the world. The work is hard, the stakes are high, and safety is never optional. It's the foundation everything else is built on.![]()
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All week, we'll be highlighting the themes of Construction Safety Week 2026. Because at the end of the day, every crew member goes home safe. That's the standard, and that's the mission.![]()
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Get to Know David Ford!![]()
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David is a Pre-Construction Field Technician based in Florida and has been an integral part of the Irby Construction team for over four years.![]()
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When reflecting on his time at Irby, David said that “...being part of something bigger than myself and working with a great team are important to me.”![]()
We couldn't agree more, David, and we're lucky to have you on board.![]()
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This month's top photo belongs to Brian Favre, Regional Safety Manager, who brought Job 3737 to life with a truly beautiful shot.![]()
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Think you’ve got the next winning shot? Here’s how to enter:![]()
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Snap it – On the job, in the office, or wherever Irby takes you (safely)![]()
Send it – Email your photo(s) to [email protected] with employee names, job number, location, and any relevant details.![]()
Win it – If your photo is selected, you’ll score an Amazon gift card.![]()
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Irby Construction Company is hiring a Heavy Haul Truck Driver in Eatonton, GA. This role requires a valid CDL and lowboy hauling experience. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. No employer sponsorship is offered for this position. To learn more about the position and to apply, visit: www.irbyconstruction.com/careers/
Irby Construction Company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR).