Bridging the Gaps: Your Project Development Engineering Partner
- John Rejebian
- Apr 22
- 3 min read
As a project development engineering consultant, I've had the privilege of collaborating with a diverse range of companies all striving to bring their ambitious energy projects to fruition. The journey from concept to commissioning is often complex, riddled with technical hurdles, intricate timelines, and critical financial decisions. This is where Blended Power’s engineering expertise becomes indispensable.
Over the years, my focus has been on providing targeted support across the entire project development lifecycle, acting as an extension of our clients' teams and ensuring their visions translate into tangible, successful projects. Here's a glimpse into how we've empowered companies to navigate this challenging landscape:
De-risking the Investment: Thorough Technical Due Diligence
Before significant capital is deployed, a comprehensive technical due diligence assessment is essential. We provide independent and objective evaluations, scrutinizing all technical aspects of a project, including:
Design review: Ensuring the engineering design is correct and optimized based on target parameters such as DC:AC ratio, energy yield, and project acreage.
Performance projections and energy yield assessments: Providing realistic expectations for project output and optimizing them to meet the same target parameters.
Environmental and permitting considerations: Identifying potential risks and challenges.
Our rigorous technical due diligence provides investors and stakeholders with the confidence needed to move forward with projects.
Navigating the Numbers: Accurate and Actionable EPC Cost Estimates
We bring a wealth of experience in developing detailed EPC cost estimates. Our approach involves:
Comprehensive cost breakdown: Including direct costs (equipment, labor, materials), indirect costs (permitting, engineering overhead), project high voltage costs (no network upgrades or facilities costs), and contingency allowances.
Benchmarking against industry data: Ensuring our estimates are competitive and realistic based on discussions with our EPC partners.
Sensitivity analysis: Evaluating the impact of potential cost risks and opportunities on project economics.
Our detailed cost estimates provide clients with the financial clarity needed to make informed investment decisions and secure necessary funding.
Mastering the Timeline: Project Scheduling that Drives Success
A well-defined schedule is the backbone of any successful project. We've helped numerous clients develop comprehensive project schedules, meticulously outlining key milestones, dependencies, and critical path activities. Our experience allows us to:
Develop realistic timelines: Leveraging our deep understanding of equipment procurement and construction hurdles.
Identify and mitigate schedule risks: Proactively addressing potential delays and developing contingency plans.
By providing scheduling frameworks, we empower our clients to maintain control, optimize resource allocation, and ultimately deliver projects on time.
Building the Execution Team: Procuring the Right EPC Partner
Selecting the right Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractor is a critical decision that significantly impacts project success. We guide clients through this crucial process by:
Developing clear and comprehensive EPC documents: Defining the scope of work, technical requirements, and contractual terms.
Identifying and pre-qualifying experienced EPC contractors: Leveraging our industry knowledge and network.
Managing the bidding and evaluation process: Ensuring a thorough and objective assessment of proposals.
Providing contract negotiation support: Helping clients secure favorable terms and mitigate potential risks.
Our expertise in EPC contract procurement ensures that projects are executed by capable and reliable partners.
Your Dedicated Project Development Engineer
We understand that project teams may have gaps in their engineering capabilities due to difficulties in hiring experienced project development engineers. That's where our unique value proposition comes in. We can seamlessly integrate into your team, functioning as your direct Project Development Engineer. In this capacity, we can take ownership of critical engineering tasks, including:
Managing technical aspects of project development.
Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
Driving technical decisions and problem-solving.
Ensuring engineering deliverables are completed on time and within budget.
Our skills and experience, combined with our ability to function as a dedicated member of your team, provide the crucial engineering horsepower needed to move your renewable energy projects forward efficiently and effectively.
If you're looking for a partner to bolster your project development team and navigate the complexities of bringing your vision to life, let's connect. We're here to bridge the gaps and power your success.
