
Mike Kress
Mike Kress serves as the Senior Director of Electric Line Operations at Underground Construction Co., Inc., where he leads and oversees electrical line operations throughout Northern California. With a career spanning over 39 years in the utility industry, Mike initially started as a Lineman and has progressed through various roles, showcasing his dedication and expertise. As senior director, Mike is responsible for ensuring the safe execution of operations, efficient scheduling, comprehensive training programs, maintaining high-quality standards, effective project management, cost controls, accurate estimating, divisional profit and loss performance, and continuous process improvement. Having held positions such as construction supervisor, compliance supervisor, gas and electric superintendent, director of general construction, director of customer service delivery, director of the bay area region, and senior director of general construction and contractors, Mike brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the industry to his leadership role. Since joining Underground Construction Co., Inc. over a year ago, Mike has found a sense of belonging and has actively contributed to the company’s success. His certifications include Lean Six Sigma-Green Belt, NEMS, and Incident Command System 200, 400, IS368, ICS300, IS 700, IS 800, and SEMS 600.