McKinstry Adds 100th Chevrolet Silverado EV, Nearing Goal of Full Fleet Electrification

McKinstry, a national leader in designing, constructing, operating and maintaining high-performing buildings, announced an important milestone in July 2025. The company recently took delivery of its 100th Chevrolet Silverado electric vehicle, underscoring its commitment to building a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable future. With a total of 114 electric vehicles now in active operation across its fleet, McKinstry is steadily moving toward its long-term goal of full electrification. These vehicles include a mix of Chevrolet Silverado EV, Blazer EV, Equinox EV, and BrightDrop 600 and 400 vans, demonstrating the company’s diverse approach to electrifying multiple aspects of its operations.

This milestone is part of McKinstry’s broader Action for Impact initiative, a company-wide commitment to eliminate tailpipe emissions, improve affordability, and advance equity while driving systemic change in the built environment. The Action for Impact initiative reflects McKinstry’s philosophy that environmental responsibility and business performance can go hand in hand. By electrifying its fleet, McKinstry is reducing emissions while also improving efficiency and creating healthier jobsite conditions for employees.

“McKinstry is putting EVs into action,” said Joseph Hagar, President and Chief Financial Officer for McKinstry. “Each EV advances innovation on our jobsites. These are more than trucks, SUVs, and vans. They are mobile workstations driving real impact.”

Hagar’s comments reflect the company’s belief that the transition to electric vehicles is not only about replacing gas-powered trucks with electric models, but also about fundamentally reshaping how work gets done on construction sites and in facilities management.

Nearly three-quarters of McKinstry’s EV fleet is currently being utilized in the field, particularly among plumbers, electricians, and sheet metal technicians. Each vehicle is specifically upfitted to meet the unique needs of trade professionals. For example, Silverado EVs are equipped with heavy-duty toolboxes, bed slides that double as workstations, and available onboard power systems that can run certain tools directly from the vehicle. This flexibility allows tradespeople to work more efficiently and with fewer limitations. Rather than viewing electric vehicles as a compromise, McKinstry is demonstrating that EVs can exceed the expectations of professionals in the field and provide new capabilities that traditional vehicles cannot.

GM Envolve, General Motors’ fleet solutions division, has played a key role in supporting McKinstry throughout its electrification journey.

“GM Envolve is proud to support innovative customers like McKinstry as they set a new standard for operations in construction and facilities management,” said Ian Hucker, Vice President for GM Envolve. “The Chevrolet Silverado EV provides the performance and advanced technology our customers demand while helping to enhance fleet efficiency. Delivering their 100th Silverado EV to McKinstry represents not only a milestone for their organization but also a step forward for the entire industry as we collectively work toward a zero emissions future.”

Today, McKinstry’s electric vehicles are deployed across its operations in Washington, Oregon, Colorado, and Texas. The company is also investing in the infrastructure needed to support this growing fleet. Charging stations are being installed at facilities across the country, and innovative solutions are being explored to ensure offsite charging options are available for employees who spend most of their day at jobsites. As this infrastructure expands, McKinstry plans to continue accelerating its adoption of EVs, bringing more electric trucks, SUVs, and vans into service nationwide.

“Our employees love the transition to EVs and we are pushing to bring the industry along with us,” added Hagar. The enthusiasm from McKinstry’s workforce has been an important factor in the success of its fleet transformation. Employees not only appreciate the environmental benefits but also the performance and comfort that come with EV technology. With quiet operation, reduced maintenance needs, and the ability to power tools on-site, McKinstry’s EVs are quickly becoming essential tools of the trade.

The partnership with General Motors reflects the broader momentum of the auto industry toward electrification. GM, through its Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC brands, is investing heavily in the development of electric vehicles and advanced technologies that support safer and lower-emission transportation. Its collaboration with companies like McKinstry highlights how fleet operators and manufacturers can work together to accelerate progress.

McKinstry is Charting Our Zero-Carbon Future Through Better Buildings

McKinstry’s fleet electrification efforts are a natural extension of the company’s core mission. As a national leader in high-performance buildings, McKinstry provides comprehensive services that span the entire building lifecycle. From new construction and ongoing operations to adaptive reuse and energy retrofits, McKinstry delivers solutions that reduce environmental impact while improving outcomes for owners, operators, and occupants. The company emphasizes accountability and innovation in everything it does, ensuring that its work in the built environment contributes to a healthier and more sustainable future.

Buildings contribute nearly 40% of global energy-related carbon emissions, positioning them at the center of the climate crisis. McKinstry recognizes that ambition must be matched by action and has set bold commitments to accelerate the decarbonization of the built environment. As one of the first companies to sign The Climate Pledge, McKinstry is working to reduce its net greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2025 and to achieve net-zero carbon by 2030, embedding innovative solutions across its operations.

For clients, the company is focused on delivering cost-effective, zero-carbon building strategies by leveraging the expertise of its engineers and operators to radically reduce emissions. For communities, McKinstry is investing time, talent, and resources into climate initiatives that foster healthier and more resilient places. With these efforts, McKinstry is not only envisioning a sustainable future but actively building it today.

“McKinstry is standing up to lead the charge with purpose and accountability. Through more efficient design and construction, we will drive real and lasting change – for our people, our clients and our communities,” said Hagar.