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Our construction services keep projects safe, on schedule, and built to perform through self-performed trades and disciplined execution.

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Sylvan is a full turnkey provider of conveyor systems. From concept to close-out, we offer innovative design, engineering, installation, and 100% on-time material delivery.

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Sylvan provides 24/7 mechanical service, preventative maintenance, and rapid repairs to reduce downtime and extend asset life.

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About Us

70+ Years of Safe, Efficient, and Effective Building Solutions

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Sylvan has been powering North American industries with integrated, multi-trade expertise since 1956.

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About Sylvan

Founded 70 years ago as a residential plumbing company in Pontiac, Michigan, Sylvan has grown into a leading multi-trade contractor. With 3,000+ team members across North America, we power complex facilities through disciplined execution, deployment of AI and technology, and values that still guide us today.

Our Growth

$1.3B

Global Sylvan Proforma Revenue

3,000+

Employees

300+

Years of Combined Experience

17

Offices Across North America

Our History 

See how Sylvan has changed through the years, starting with our origins in Pontiac, Michigan.

  • 1956

    Sylvan's Founding

    Sylvan storefront, 1956

    Founded 70 years ago as a local residential plumbing company in Pontiac, Michigan by the Morrissey family.

  • 1967

    Commercial + Industrial Growth

    Industrial facility, 1967

    Sylvan pivots from residential work to enter into the commercial and industrial space.

  • 1986–2016

    Geographic Expansion

    Expansion era

    Sylvan expands offices to Perth Amboy, NJ, Nashville & Knoxville, TN, and Windsor, ON.

  • 2018

    Sylvan Partners With Blue Point

    Leadership transition

    Transforms business into a scalable platform for growth, significantly boosting EBITDA and positioning the company for continued success within a broad range of industries.

  • 2021

    Great Lakes Mechanical acquisition

    Modern Sylvan

    Sylvan acquires Great Lakes Mechanical to expand sheet metal and HVAC service capabilities.

  • 2021

    Conveyor Division

    Conveyor Business

    Sylvan organically grows conveyor division through strategic hires.

  • 2021-2024

    Further Expansion

    Modern Sylvan

    Sylvan expands into Phoenix, AZ and Queretaro, MX.

  • 2024

    Sylvan + Anchor Conveyor

    Modern Sylvan

    Sylvan acquires Anchor Conveyor products to extend turnkey conveyor capabilities. Press Release here.

  • 2025

    New Partners

    Modern Sylvan

    Sylvan welcomes E-3 Tech, LLC as the new majority stakeholder and partners with participation from Andreessen Horowitz (a16z). Press Release here.

  • 2025

    Sylvan + Andy J. Egan

    Modern Sylvan

    Sylvan partners with Andy J. Egan Co. to add scale, mechanical contracting proficiency, and data center expertise. Press Release here.

  • 2026

    Sylvan + Pettus Plumbing & Piping

    Modern Sylvan

    Sylvan partners with Pettus Plumbing & Piping to bring sophisticated sheet metal fabrication, complementary geographic presence, and decades of deep client relationships. Press Release here.

What Drives Us

Built to Move Industries Forward

Our mission, vision, and values guide how we show up for every project, every partner, and every person on our team.

Our Mission

To provide the safest, most efficient, and most effective building solutions.

Regardless of what particular services we provide, we’re committed to being the safest, most efficient, and most effective.

No matter the timeline, conditions or constraints, you can count on Sylvan to not just deliver, but go above and beyond what’s expected.

Our Vision

To Power Industry

We’re almost unrecognizable from where we started almost 70 years ago. And we continue to grow our footprint and capabilities to better serve North American industry. As the industry continues to expand, we want Sylvan to be the name they think of first.

Our Values

Perspective

Working collaboratively to add value and solve complex problems.

Shared Prosperity

  • Doing the right thing
  • Minding the best interest of each other and our clients
  • Going home the same way we came in

Agency

Earning trust to make impactful decisions that drive operational excellence.

Our Affiliations

Trusted. Certified. Connected.

Our affiliations and labor partnerships strengthen our capabilities, expand our reach, and ensure every project meets the highest standards of safety.

Mechanical Contracting Association of America
National Maintenance Agreement
U.A. Plumbers & Pipefitters
Historical Bargaining Group of Nashville
International Association of Iron Workers
CWP Certified
Association of Millwrighting Contractors of Ontario
TSSA Certified
Operating Engineers
U.A. National Fabrication Agreement
National Power & Generation Agreement
U.A. National Agreement
U.A. Presidential Agreement

Our Leadership

The Sylvan management team consists of a core group of construction and industrial veterans. We pride ourselves on being responsive and progressive, so every decision supports the project, the client, and the people behind it.

Meet The Team
Rob Metz

Robert Metz

President & Chief Executive Officer

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Sean Maine

Sean Maine

President of Sylvan Canada Ltd.

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Eric Foster

Eric Foster

President of U.S. MEP

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Javier Castro

President of Sylvan de Mexico

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Gabe Diab

Chief Financial Officer

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Bryan Pechersky

General Counsel

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Michael Zukas

Vice President of Corporate Development

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Vaishali Gandhi

Vice President of Data, AI, & Technology

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Toby Kearney

Director of Corporate Development

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Brian Bettridge

Director of Health and Safety

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Andrea Bloom

Andrea Bloom

Human Resources Director

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Chelsea Carter

Corporate Marketing Manager

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More Partnerships. More Possibilities.

Sylvan is investing in the future of construction by partnering with proven solution leaders and rising MEP technology companies.

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Quality in Everything We Do

We maintain strong relationships with local unions wherever we conduct operations to rapidly staff projects and deliver the highest quality on schedule and budget.

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