During his childhood, Jonathan Brantley didn’t dream of becoming a doctor, firefighter, or banker. Every time he would pass by a construction site, however, he was intrigued by how workers could create buildings from the ground up.
Born in Orlando, Fla. and raised in Suwanee, Ga., Brantley worked in everything from construction, remodels, and renovations to project management and estimating. His experience in the service industry influenced his ability to become a successful project manager and estimator.
“The ability to walk into a building and know exactly how much time, material, and effort the electrical tasks will take has been nothing short of beneficial,” Brantley says.
As he progresses in his career, he is continuing to challenge himself by taking courses to further his skills.
“Leading yourself into new and tough situations instead of walking away from them, will give you extra knowledge and experience to better yourself and your work,” he says.
Now as a project manager for the Small Projects Department at 5 Points Electrical, he checks on the status of ongoing projects, estimates for project bids, and preps the night crews for work assignments. His favorite part of the job, however, is building a relationship with the clientele.
“The teamwork it takes to finish these projects on time and under budget is a rewarding experience,” he says. “Organization and coordination are key in this field.”
In the future, he hopes to one day own his own electrical company.
“5 Points Electrical has given me nothing but opportunities to further my knowledge in any field directly tied to the electrical industry,” he says.
