Ampirical, a leading provider of power system engineering and project delivery services, broke ground on a major expansion at its Covington campus. This new building, located on the same property as Ampirical’s current headquarters, will provide additional space to accommodate the company’s growing workforce.
“Ampirical is a fast-growing, innovative firm, and this headquarters expansion underscores why St. Tammany Parish continues to be a leading business location,” said Michael Hecht, President and CEO of GNO, Inc. “It has the right combination of talent, infrastructure, and business environment that companies are seek out. Congrats to Ampirical CEO Matthew Saacks – we are amped up about your growth!”
Ampirical moved into its current headquarters in 2021 with approximately 200 employees. Today, the company has grown to more than 600 employees nationwide, driven by increasing demand for reliable electrical infrastructure and its reputation for delivering innovative solutions.
“This expansion marks an exciting milestone for Ampirical,” said Matthew Saacks, CEO of Ampirical. “Our growth is a testament to the strength of our team and the trust our customers place in us. This new building will allow us to continue investing in our people, our technology, and our community as we shape the future of power delivery.”
The new facility will span approximately 90,832 square feet across five stories and will feature spaces designed to create a workspace that reflects Ampirical’s standards and core values while supporting the functions and needs of its employees.
This project highlights Ampirical’s commitment to St. Tammany Parish and the Greater New Orleans region. It is expected to create hundreds of new jobs and strengthen local partnerships, contributing to the area’s economic development.
The GNO, Inc. business development team played an instrumental role in this expansion by alerting Ampirical's leadership to details of St. Tammany‘s PILOT program, which has been an instrumental tool in allowing the company to hire more individuals.
“Ampirical’s decision to expand its headquarters reflects the confidence companies have in Louisiana as a place where major projects move forward and supporting businesses grow alongside them,” LED Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois said. “As a key partner on some of our state’s most significant investments, Ampirical is scaling its operations to meet rising demand. This expansion will create new opportunities for skilled workers while reinforcing the critical infrastructure that powers Louisiana’s economy.”
“For two decades, Ampirical has been an outstanding partner and neighbor to the citizens of St. Tammany by investing in our community and creating jobs,” said St. Tammany Parish President, Mike Cooper. “This $43 million expansion will create nearly two hundred high-paying jobs for our parish and builds upon our collective commitment to creating a better tomorrow for our families.”
“Ampirical’s expansion reflects the type of high-growth investment St. Tammany is working to attract companies that create high-wage, high-value, highly technical jobs in critical industries,” said Russell Richardson, president and CEO of St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation. “With average salaries exceeding $90,000, this project draws innovative energy and engineering professionals while strengthening our regional workforce and long-term economic competitiveness.”
Ampirical is proud to partner with Red River Bank, McMath Construction, fl+WB Architects, Southern Interior Solutions (SiS) and others to bring this project to life.
The groundbreaking ceremony marks an important milestone in Ampirical’s continued growth, and the company extends its gratitude to SkyKnight Capital for their strategic partnership and steadfast support. Their shared vision and commitment make them an invaluable partner as we continue powering what matters for communities and industries nationwide. Ampirical also appreciates the support of the Louisiana Economic Development and St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation in creating and nurturing a vibrant, business-friendly approach to projects such as this.