Nicor Gas Diverse Partner Spotlight: SYTE Corp

SYTE Corp: A Trusted Partner in Progress

The Company
Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Chicago, SYTE Corp has established 
itself as a cornerstone in the heavy civil industry. As a proud Service-Disabled 
Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and African American-owned 
firm, SYTE Corp brings the discipline and precision of military service to the 
complexities of the civilian job site.

Nicor Gas recognizes SYTE Corp’s unwavering commitment to reliability and 
excellence. While the company specializes in general contracting, site restoration 
and facility maintenance, its reputation is built on integrity, safety and a 
mission-first mindset—qualities that align closely with Nicor Gas’ own values 
and operational priorities.

The History
The partnership between Nicor Gas and SYTE Corp began with a shared 
dedication to delivering safe, reliable and sustainable energy solutions. From 
the start, SYTE Corp became deeply embedded in Nicor Gas’ mission, not only 
meeting expectations but helping to advance them.

Their early collaboration strengthened local infrastructure and laid the 
groundwork for continued success. Together, the two organizations have built 
more than utility systems—they’ve built a relationship grounded in trust, 
innovation and a shared pursuit of operational excellence.

The Growth
SYTE Corp’s growth has been guided by a simple philosophy: invest in the 
people who do the work. By empowering its workforce and bringing expert 
project management directly to the field, the company has expanded its reach 
across the country, taking on increasingly complex civil and utility challenges.

Nicor Gas has witnessed how this growth has created meaningful impact—not 
only in the communities served but also in the lives of SYTE’s employees.

“It’s about more than just contracts; it’s about the people behind the vests. 
Because of our collaboration with Nicor Gas, we’ve been able to offer our staff 
stable careers and benefits that provide real security for their families. That’s 
the kind of impact that drives us to deliver safe, reliable results every single day,” 
says Mario Short, president and CEO of SYTE Corporation. 

SYTE Corp’s story is one of discipline, partnership and progress. Through its 
collaboration with Nicor Gas, the company continues to help strengthen the 
region’s critical infrastructure while upholding the shared mission of powering 
communities safely and sustainably.