Employee Spotlight: Joe Canales, Project Manager & Estimator for FSG Houston
Meet Joe Canales! Joe joined FSG Houston in January 2024, bringing with him a decade of hands-on experience in the electrical industry.
Joe started in the warehouse in 2014, completed IEC’s four-year program, and eventually moved into the field, starting by driving a service truck. His move into the office as a Service Associate and Warranty Manager gave him a strong foundation in scheduling, dispatching, and supporting service operations. Those skills all serve him well in his current role as a Project Manager and Estimator for FSG Houston.
Joe is most proud of helping develop and lead Houston’s small projects initiative. The effort bridges the gap between service and construction, strengthens customer retention, and opens new opportunities for the team.
Joe enjoys seeing projects come to life, but what motivates him most is making a meaningful impact on the service department and encouraging teamwork across the field and office.
Since joining FSG, Joe has continued to grow, recently earning his Master Electrician license and sharpening his leadership and communication skills. One of his toughest challenges has been managing multiple fast-moving projects with limited manpower. He approaches it by improving planning and prioritization. He sets expectations early, communicates often, and stays proactive with customers.
Outside of work, he enjoys time with his wife and their two sons, golfing, and tackling home projects.
For Joe, two skills have been key to his success: clear communication and a strong drive to learn. Together, they’ve helped him understand the business from the field to the office and advance quickly in his career.
Keep up the good work, Joe!
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