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McDonald Electrical Corporation has been recognized with a 2026 NECA Project Excellence Award for its work on the Harvard Treehouse, earning top honors in the Energy Solutions/Green Buildings – Over $1 Million category. Presented by the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), the Project Excellence Awards recognize outstanding electrical construction projects from across the country and...

More Than 70,000 Pounds of Critical Infrastructure Safely Placed at Kendall Square Life Sciences Project McDonald Electrical Corporation recently reached another major project milestone at585 Kendall in Cambridge, Massachusetts, successfully completing the placement of critical generator infrastructure for the facility. The complex operation required extensive pre-planning, coordination, and precise execution to safely maneuver and position components...

Honoring Those Who Served McDonald Electrical Corporation is proud to announce that we have been recognized with the Employer of Veterans Award in the Large Employer Category. This prestigious award recognizes employers who demonstrate outstanding commitment to the recruitment, hiring, development, and retention of military veterans. Recipients are selected based on their dedication to creating...

McDonald Electrical Corporation is proud to be contributing to the repositioning and preservation of one of Boston’s most recognizable landmarks- the iconic CITGO Sign overlooking Kenmore Square. As part of the final phase of the Kenmore Square Redevelopment at 660 Beacon Street, the historic sign is being relocated approximately 30 feet higher and 120 feet...

McDonald Electrical President, Michael McDonald, was recently featured on the On The Job podcast hosted by Lou Antonellis and IBEW Local 103, discussing the realities of leading a successful electrical contracting company and the partnerships that help move the construction industry forward. In the episode, Mike shares insights on the growth of McDonald Electrical, the...

The David Rubenstein Treehouse Conference Center at Harvard University stands as a bold example of what’s possible when sustainability, innovation, and collaboration are placed at the center of design and construction. As the electrical subcontractor on this landmark project, McDonald Electrical was proud to support a facility that not only serves as the main entrance...

McDonald Electrical Corporation is proud to celebrate the reopening of Boston Medical Center’s newly re-designed Menino lobby, alongside our project and trade partners.   BMC’s Campus Redesign 2.0 project represents a major step forward in improving the patient experience, enhancing accessibility, and supporting BMC’s mission of delivering exceptional care to the Boston community. The overall project...

McDonald Electrical Corporation is proud to announce the successful completion of our work on the South Station Tower & Transportation Hub, one of the most transformative projects in Boston’s recent history. Located in the heart of the city, South Station is the busiest train station in New England, serving more than 30 million passengers annually....

We’re proud to share that our team at McDonald Electrical Corporation was honored with three major recognitions at the NECA 2025 Convention and Trade Show in Chicago—an unforgettable moment that celebrates both our company’s growth and the leadership of our President, Mike McDonald. Honoring Leadership and Team ExcellenceMike was sworn in as NECA District 1...

The MBTA Quincy Bus Terminal project represents a new era of sustainable public transportation.  McDonald Electrical plays a critical role in this landmark project, delivering the complex electrical systems that will power the MBTA’s first-ever all-electric bus maintenance facility.  Suffolk Construction, the General Contractor for this facility, hosted a very special guest at the MBTA...