MYR Group

MYR Group

Electrical contractor for power infrastructure projects

Overview

MYR Group is a North American electrical contractor that builds electrical infrastructure for power generation and transmission. It works on large, project-based contracts for utilities, municipalities, and private clients, handling the construction and installation of equipment such as substations, transmission lines, and other electrical systems. The company coordinates field crews, project management, safety programs, and quality control to complete projects on time and to spec. What sets MYR Group apart is its combination of extensive on-site electrical construction expertise with a broad client base and an emphasis on safety, integrity, and customer service, backed by integrated solutions and a strong focus on employee growth and work-life balance. Its goal is to deliver safe, reliable electrical infrastructure projects efficiently while expanding its market reach in North America and maintaining high standards for safety and service.

Significant Headcount Growth

About MYR Group

Simplify's Rating
Why MYR Group is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Industrial & Manufacturing

Energy

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Rolling Meadows, Illinois

Founded

1982

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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 revenue hit $1.08 billion, with net income of $49.9 million.
  • Backlog reached a record $3.16 billion on June 30, 2026, up 19.6%.
  • Acquisitions and higher-margin projects lifted Q1 and Q2 2026 margins across both segments.

What critics are saying

  • Valley Electric integration starts after July 1, 2026; execution slips could erase margin gains.
  • Record 13.2% Q2 2026 gross margin still included inefficiencies on certain projects.
  • An accident or OSHA enforcement action could cripple MYR's safety brand and backlog conversion.

What makes MYR Group unique

  • MYR Group built a national niche in utility transmission, distribution, and substations by July 2026.
  • Its T&D and C&I segments serve regulated utilities plus data centers, airports, and hospitals.
  • Valley Electric and Comet Electric add Western U.S. scale and deepen C&I reach.

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Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

9%
The Durango Herald
Jul 29th, 2026
MYR: Q2 earnings snapshot.

MYR: Q2 earnings snapshot. Wednesday, Jul 29, 2026 2:52 PM MT THORNTON, Colo. (AP) - THORNTON, Colo. (AP) - MYR Group Inc. (MYRG) on Wednesday reported second-quarter net income of $49.9 million. On a per-share basis, the Thornton, Colorado-based company said it had profit of $3.17. The results topped Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of three analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $2.53 per share. The electrical construction services provider posted revenue of $1.08 billion in the period, also surpassing Street forecasts. Three analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $995.5 million. This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on MYRG at https://www.zacks.com/ap/MYRG Sponsored content.

GlobeNewswire
May 27th, 2026
MYR Group Enters Definitive Agreement to Acquire Valley Electric and Comet Electric

THORNTON, Colo., May 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MYR Group Inc. (“MYR” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: MYRG), a holding company of leading specialty...

StockTitan
May 27th, 2026
Prospect Capital sells Valley Electric to MYR Group for $328M, achieving 4.8x return

Prospect Capital has agreed to sell its portfolio company Valley Electric to MYR Group for expected gross proceeds of approximately $328 million, with closing anticipated around 1st July 2026. The transaction is expected to deliver net exit proceeds of about $280 million to Prospect. The deal represents a 4.8 times multiple of invested capital and a 20.4% gross annualised internal rate of return since Prospect's initial investment in 2012. During Prospect's ownership, Valley Electric's revenues expanded by 289%. Founded in 1982, Valley Electric provides electrical solutions for critical infrastructure across Washington state, California and the Western United States. The sale proceeds are subject to net asset adjustments and potential earn-out payments. MYR Group is a leading specialty contractor serving electric utility infrastructure, commercial and industrial construction markets.

MarketScreener
May 11th, 2026
MYR Group Inc. to attend Wells Fargo Industrials & Materials Conference in June.

MYR Group Inc. to attend Wells Fargo Industrials & Materials Conference in June. Published on 05/11/2026 at 04:07 pm EDT Acquiremedia THORNTON, Colo., May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - MYR Group Inc. ("MYR Group") (NASDAQ: MYRG), a holding company of leading specialty contractors serving the electric utility infrastructure, commercial and industrial construction markets in the United States and Canada, announced it will attend the Wells Fargo Industrials & Materials investor conference. MYR Group's Chief Executive Officer, Rick Swartz, Chief Financial Officer, Kelly Huntington, and Vice President, Investor Relations and Treasurer, Jennifer Harper, will meet with institutional investors during the Wells Fargo Industrials & Materials Conference on June 10, 2026, in Chicago. This event is only available to Wells Fargo clients. About MYR Group Inc. MYR Group is a holding company of leading, specialty electrical contractors providing services throughout the United States and Canada through two business segments: Transmission & Distribution (T&D) and Commercial & Industrial (C&I). MYR Group subsidiaries have the experience and expertise to complete electrical installations of any type and size. Through their T&D segment they provide services on electric transmission, distribution networks, substation facilities, clean energy projects and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Their comprehensive T&D services include design, engineering, procurement, construction, upgrade, maintenance and repair services. T&D customers include investor-owned utilities, cooperatives, private developers, government-funded utilities, independent power producers, independent transmission companies, industrial facility owners and other contractors. Through their C&I segment, they provide a broad range of services which include the design, installation, maintenance and repair of commercial and industrial wiring generally for data centers, clean energy projects, airports, hospitals, hotels, commercial and industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, processing facilities, water/waste-water treatment facilities, mining facilities, intelligent transportation systems, roadway lighting, signalization, stadiums and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. C&I customers include general contractors, commercial and industrial facility owners, government agencies and developers. For more information, visit myrgroup.com. Contact Jennifer Harper, Vice President, Investor Relations & Treasurer, MYR Group Inc., (847) 979-5835, [email protected] MYR Group, Inc. 2026 GlobeNewswire, Inc., source Press Releases (C) Acquiremedia - 2026

Yahoo Finance
May 3rd, 2026
MYR Group shares jump 5% on strong Q1 results with gross margin rising to 13.4%

MYR Group shares rose 5% after reporting strong first-quarter 2026 results showing significant margin improvements. The electrical construction and infrastructure services provider's gross margin increased to 13.4% from 11.6% year-over-year, driven by higher-margin projects, better productivity and favourable project adjustments. Operating margins improved across divisions, with Transmission & Distribution rising to 9.7% from 7.8%, and Commercial & Industrial increasing to 8.1% from 4.7%. The stock has gained 90% since the start of the year, reaching a new 52-week high of $430.79 per share.

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