About – Bent Electric

Thomas Bent founded Bent Electrical Contractors in 1979. Since then, the company has grown into one of New England’s leading full-service electrical contractors, equipped to handle a wide range of electrical projects and service needs. We place a strong emphasis on building lasting relationships with our clients and have earned a reputation for quality workmanship, integrity, and exceptional customer satisfaction. By applying our expertise in electrical systems, we help clients improve the efficiency of their facilities and reduce the risk of costly downtime.

Our commitment to professional development, industry standards, and ongoing employee training enables us to attract and retain highly skilled electricians, technicians, project managers, and estimators. Bent Electrical Contractors is a union contractor, employing members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 103. We also operate a fleet of fully equipped service vehicles, allowing our team to respond quickly—24 hours a day, 7 days a week—for maintenance needs and emergency service calls.

WHY CHOOSE BENT?

Quality, Experience, Reliability

Reliable expertise, responsive service, and an unwavering commitment to quality keep our clients coming back. With over 45 years of experience, Bent Electrical Contractors delivers the knowledge and skill needed to get every job done right.

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Efficiency starts with a single trusted partner. Our proven track record in electrical installations across all types of clients and facilities saves you time and simplifies your project by eliminating the need for multiple vendors.

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Experienced project management. Our experienced project managers keep electrical installations on schedule and on budget, coordinating every detail to meet the unique needs of your project.

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Minimal disruption during installation and maintenance. We understand the importance of minimizing disruption in occupied facilities. We coordinate deliveries, drilling, and other work around your schedule, while keeping the site safe, clean, and professional.

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Quality installation from highly skilled electricians, technicians, and estimators. Our IBEW Local 103 electricians are highly trained, with comprehensive field and academic education and ongoing updates on technology and regulatory standards.

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Quick response, 24/7. Our field service technicians are on call, 24/7, to service your immediate needs and address any problems. Our fully stocked service vehicles are radio-dispatched for quick response.

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Expert advice in the planning stages. We work closely with you and your team to provide value engineering, recommending the most reliable, energy efficient, and economic options for your project.

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Team player approach. We have worked with many of the area’s leading Construction Managers and General Contracting firms as part of their team. We help our partners achieve quality results, on time and on budget.

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A strong focus on safety. We maintains a safe work environment to prevent project delays. All staff are trained to strict safety standards, with regular audits and refresher courses reinforcing our commitment to workplace safety.

Leadership Team

Vincent S. Albano

President, Bent Electrical Contractors, Inc.

Vincent S. Albano serves as President of Bent Electrical Contractors, bringing decades of hands-on experience in estimating, project management, and executive leadership. He has been a key member of the Bent Electrical leadership team since 1996 and has played an integral role in the company’s growth, operational strength, and reputation for delivering complex electrical projects. Vincent began his career at Bent Electrical as an electrician and in 1996 moved into a management role as an Estimator and Project Manager, where he developed a strong foundation in budgeting, scheduling, and field coordination.

Over more than three decades, Vincent has successfully managed complex, fast-track construction projects from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. He was promoted to Vice President in 2017 and became President in 2024, continuing to lead the company with a focus on quality, safety, and long-term client relationships. Throughout his career, he has overseen field operations, managed project teams, and coordinated with owners, general contractors, and suppliers, with a leadership approach centered on accountability, clear communication, and consistent execution.

Ernest W. Jankowski

CFO

Ernie Jankowski serves as Chief Financial Officer of Bent Electrical Contractors, where he leads all financial and administrative operations. He oversees accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and financial reporting, ensuring accurate and timely insights into company performance.

Ernie is responsible for interpreting financial results and providing recommendations to leadership to support strategic decision-making. He manages key relationships across banking, insurance, IT, and external auditors, and ensures the company is well positioned for efficient annual audits.

In addition to finance, he oversees IT and human resources functions and has established company-wide procedures for estimating, billing, change orders, and safety. His focus on systems, controls, and performance metrics helps maintain strong financial discipline and operational efficiency across the organization.

Strong Ties to the Communities We Serve

Bent Electrical Contractors is a long-standing and respected member of numerous industry, business, and community organizations. These include the Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts, the National Electrical Contractors Association, the National Fire Protection Association, and the Somerville Chamber of Commerce.

Tom Bent also serves as the Mayor of Somerville’s representative on the Boston Metropolitan Planning Organization, where he helps provide local leadership input into the planning and distribution of federal transportation funding. In addition, Tom serves as Chair of the Somerville High School Center for Technical Education. Sam Quaratiello, one of our foremen and a graduate of Somerville High School, serves as Chair of the school’s Electrical Program.

Bent Electrical Contractors is also committed to giving back to the community, supporting a variety of local charitable initiatives and youth sports programs throughout the Somerville area and beyond.

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