Regional Business Partnership

Construction on the proposed Sunbeam Renewable Energy can create economic opportunities for a wide range of local businesses and workers, ranging from heavy construction and electrical work to local hospitality services such as food and lodging. Sunbeam Renewable Energy values working with local and regional partners when feasible, and we’re seeking expressions of interest from qualified local companies and individuals. Below is a representative list of the types of work and services needed to build a utility-scale solar project.

If you or your company is interested in being considered for work on the Sunbeam Renewable Energy, please submit your information!

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Disclaimer: Sunbeam Renewable Energy is not responsible for all hiring decisions. Some hiring decisions are subject to the discretion of the project contractor.

list of services & descriptions

Constructing a utility-scale solar project is fairly straightforward and may last 6-8 months depending on the size of the project. The process begins by preparing the site, which may include grading, brush removal, and improving drainage. Next, the piles – vertical poles that support the panel racking – are installed, after which the racks are installed on the piles. The solar panels are then installed on the racks, and cabling connects each panel to a collection system that delivers all the electricity to the project’s substation, which in turn “steps up” the voltage for delivery to the electrical grid.

There are several types of work and services typically required to build a utility-scale solar project, listed below and separated by category.

MAjor and minor contractors

Engineering Services
Electrical Installation, Termination
Equipment Rentals – Lights, Generators, Tools
Equipment Fuel – Diesel, Gasoline
Grading
Office Trailers
Lumber and Hardware Material
Paving
Phone / Internet Service
Piping — PVC, Steel, Drain Tile Repair
Irrigation Repair
Road aggregate
Sanitary facilities — porta potties,
temporary trailer hook-ups
Surveying
testing and commissioning services
trenching
trucking / hauling of equipment and materials
water services
well drilling

MAjor and minor contractors

Road Aggregate
Sanitary Facilities — Porta Potties,
Temporary Trailer Hook-Ups
Surveying
Testing and Commissioning Services
Trenching
Trucking / Hauling of Equipment and Materials
Water Services
Well Drilling

skilled labor

Construction of the Sunbeam Renewable Energy will require skilled labor to perform a range of specialized tasks. Often the contracted construction company will fill these roles. Examples of these roles and brief descriptions of the duties they include are as follows:

Project Manager

Plans, budgets, oversees, and documents all aspects of the project construction.

Superintendent

Trade-specific; responsible for scheduling and inspections, also oversees quality control and job site safety.

On-Site QA/QC Managers

Inspect, test, and sample materials or assembled parts or products for defects and deviations from specifications. These roles include:
Electrical QA/QC Inspectors
Multi-disciplined QA/QC inspectors

Site Safety Personnel

Ensure that all work is completed in accordance with established safety regulations and policies.

Site Project Scheduler

Organizes, implements, and maintains a scheduling management system to support the construction project.

other labor

Construction of the Sunbeam Renewable Energy will require other labor to perform a range of tasks, including installation of piles, racking, and solar panels, as well as other work. 

local goods & services

Construction of the Sunbeam Renewable Energy is expected to employ approximately 200 workers, many of whom will need goods and services such as the following:

Gas Stations
Grocery and Convenience Stores
Laundry Services
Restaurants
Retailers
Short and Medium-term Lodging

Post Construction —operations & maintenance (o&m) Positions


Once construction on the Sunbeam Renewable Energy is complete, skilled O&M positions will need to be filled to support commercial operations, including:

Project Manager

Plans, budgets, oversees, and documents all aspects of the project construction.

Superintendent

Trade-specific; responsible for scheduling and inspections, also oversees quality control and job site safety.

On-Site QA/QC Managers

Inspect, test, and sample materials or assembled parts or products for defects and deviations from specifications. These roles include:
Electrical QA/QC Inspectors
Multi-disciplined QA/QC inspectors

Site Safety Personnel

Ensure that all work is completed in accordance with established safety regulations and policies.

Site Project Scheduler

Organizes, implements, and maintains a scheduling management system to support the construction project.

Get Involved

Many of the products and services needed to build a project can be found locally and regionally. Hiring of local and regional subcontractors and individuals will be managed by the Balance of Plant (BOP) contractor selected to oversee construction of the Sunbeam Renewable Energy. 

The Sunbeam Renewable Energy Regional Business Partnership program will collect expressions of interest from local and regional businesses and individuals that may wish to participate in the project. 

Joining the program ensures the BOP contractor will receive your/your company's name and contact information as well as the service that can be provided upon signing the contract with Vesper Energy. 

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