Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Mechanical & Electrical Construction Services in Albuquerque
Founded in 1965 by George Gardner and FR Dick Zemke, our company has built a legacy of delivering specialized mechanical and electrical construction services. With over five decades of experience, we prioritize understanding client needs and meeting them through committed teams, quality workmanship, and unwavering safety standards. Our approach combines technical expertise with collaborative teamwork to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest specifications. We serve diverse sectors including power projects, industrial facilities, and government infrastructure, operating across 12 western U.S. states. Our core valuespeople, teamwork, commitment, and qualityguide every project, fostering enduring relationships with clients, subcontractors, and employees.From preconstruction planning to prefabrication and commissioning, we offer full-service solutions tailored to complex installations. Our formal quality assurance program and safety-first culture ensure lasting results that meet or exceed customer expectations. Recognized for reliability and technical competence, we continue to uphold our founders' mission while adapting to evolving industry demands. Our leadership, including long-term employee/shareholders, remains dedicated to innovation and excellence in mechanical and electrical construction.
Services
Mechanical Systems
Electrical Systems
Preconstruction Services
Prefabrication
Quality Assurance
Safety Programs
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- We have 50+ years of experience in mechanical and electrical construction.
- Our full-service divisions handle complex projects from design to commissioning.
- We maintain a rigorous safety-first culture on all job sites.
- Our formal quality assurance program ensures lasting results.
- We operate across 12 western U.S. states with local expertise.
Associations and certifications
- LEED
What people say
Outstanding service
Completed on time
Technical competency
Quality attitude
Cooperative environment
Services
Mechanical Systems
We design and install HVAC, plumbing, and process piping systems for commercial and industrial facilities. Our in-house sheet metal fabrication ensures precision and efficiency. Our mechanical solutions prioritize energy efficiency, durability, and compliance with project specifications.
Electrical Systems
We deliver electrical installations ranging from commercial buildings to high-voltage powerplants and substations. Our expertise includes power distribution, control systems, and infrastructure modernization for reliable, code-compliant solutions.
Preconstruction Services
We provide budgeting, constructability reviews, and value engineering during design phases. Our preconstruction services optimize schedules, reduce costs, and ensure seamless mechanical and electrical coordination for complex projects.
Prefabrication
Our controlled-environment prefabrication reduces waste and improves quality consistency. Using specialized equipment, we produce components faster and safer, minimizing on-site labor and accelerating project timelines.
Safety Programs
We enforce rigorous safety protocols, including job hazard analyses and training, to protect workers and the public. Our culture empowers every team member to halt unsafe practices, ensuring zero compromises on job site safety.
Questions
What services does Gardner Zemke offer?
We provide mechanical and electrical construction services, including HVAC, plumbing, power systems, preconstruction planning, prefabrication, and safety programs for diverse industries.
How long has Gardner Zemke been in business?
We have served clients for over 50 years, specializing in mechanical and electrical construction since 1965.
What areas do you serve?
We operate across 12 western U.S. states, with expertise in power projects, industrial facilities, and government infrastructure.
What industries do you work with?
We serve airports, hospitals, data centers, powerplants, government facilities, and industrial sectors like mining and wastewater treatment.
How do you ensure project quality?
We follow a formal quality assurance program with pre-activity planning, inspections, and continuous improvement to meet or exceed client specifications.
What safety measures do you prioritize?
We enforce strict safety protocols, including hazard analyses, training, and a culture where all employees can halt unsafe practices immediately.
