Client Background

A top-ranked EPC firm was awarded the full-scope design and construction of a 400 MW utility-scale solar farm in Texas. With more than 900,000 panels spread over 2,000 acres, the project had a strict 14-month timeline and multiple handoffs across engineering, procurement, and construction. The firm turned to Advastar to assist with project leadership recruiting and skilled labor staffing.

The Challenge

The firm needed rapid, dependable workforce solutions to maintain momentum and hit project milestones. Specific challenges included:

  • Leadership Vacancies: Gaps in project controls, procurement, and construction supervision roles just 60 days before full mobilization.
  • Skilled Labor Gaps: Needed experienced solar electricians, panel installers, and heavy equipment operators.
  • Remote Site Constraints: Sourcing talent willing to travel and stay on-site in a rural location proved difficult.
  • Credentialing & Safety: Compliance with OSHA, MSHA, and owner safety standards limited the candidate pool.

The Solution

Advastar launched a coordinated recruiting and staffing effort to support the EPC’s schedule and performance goals:

  • Executive & Operations Recruiting: Placed experienced professionals in project controls, procurement, and field leadership within three weeks.
  • Trades Staffing: Mobilized over 60 qualified solar technicians, electricians, and operators across staggered phases of construction.
  • Onboarding & Housing Support: Managed per diem, housing logistics, and site-readiness for all field personnel.
  • Compliance Oversight: Verified certifications, documented training, and ensured alignment with site-specific safety protocols.

The Outcome

Advastar’s workforce solution gave the EPC firm the ability to stay ahead of schedule and below risk thresholds:

  • Key Roles Filled Before Mobilization: All critical positions staffed before boots hit the ground.
  • No Labor Delays: On-time field mobilization enabled successful Phase 1 energization.
  • 100% Credentialed Workforce: All trades met or exceeded compliance standards.
  • Expanded Relationship: EPC firm awarded Advastar two additional solar farm projects.

Why Use Advastar as Your Energy Recruiters?

Whether you’re building solar farms or managing renewable infrastructure, Advastar delivers industry-experienced talent that understands the urgency, safety, and technical precision your projects demand.