EPCM & Project Development

Independent project oversight and development

Owner's engineer and EPCM services for developers, investors and asset owners who need independent technical oversight on solar and storage projects.

Stibium Mine 5MW ground-mount solar installation by SolarXgen

Why businesses choose SolarXgen

We finance, build and operate commercial solar and BESS — so you don't have to manage capex, contractors or risk.

Our directors have sat on both sides of the EPCM table — including 200MW+ of REIPP project experience. We act as independent owner's engineer or full EPCM, never sub-contracting accountability.

  • 18.2MW

    under O&M across 28 sites

  • 20MW+

    built since 2010

  • B-BBEE Level 1

    ECB licensed, SAAEA member

  • R20M PI

    professional indemnity

  • Since 2010

    200MW+ REIPP heritage

Engagement enquiry

Discuss your EPCM project

Developers, asset owners and investors — tell us about your project and we'll set up a confidential conversation about owner's engineer and EPCM scope.

Mobile or email — whichever you prefer for the callback.

  • Specialist callback within 24 hours (business days)
  • Free, no-obligation feasibility review
  • Your details stay with SolarXgen — never shared

200MW+

REIPP experience

Since 2010

Industry experience

Multi-site

Rollout capability

Independent

Owner's engineer

Key Benefits

Why choose SolarXgen

Independent Oversight

Act as the owner's technical representative, ensuring quality, compliance and commercial interests are protected.

FEASIBILITYDESIGNBUILDCOD

Feasibility to COD

Full project lifecycle management from initial feasibility through design, procurement, construction and commercial operation.

Technical Due Diligence

Independent technical review of designs, equipment specifications and contractor submissions for funders and investors.

200MW+

200MW+ REIPP Experience

Our team has been involved in over 200MW of South Africa's REIPP programme, bringing utility-scale rigour to commercial projects.

HQ

Multi-Site Rollouts

Standardised project delivery framework for portfolio owners rolling out solar across multiple sites.

Contractor Management

EPC contractor selection, qualification, management and performance oversight throughout the build.

How It Works

Our Process

01

Feasibility & Development

Site assessment, grid studies, environmental screening and financial modelling.

02

Design Review

Independent review of detailed designs, equipment selection and compliance requirements.

03

Construction Oversight

On-site supervision, quality inspections, progress reporting and contractor management.

04

Commissioning & Handover

Witness testing, performance verification, documentation and handover to operations.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between EPC and EPCM?

In EPC, one contractor handles everything. In EPCM, we manage the project on your behalf — selecting contractors, overseeing quality and protecting your interests independently.

Who typically uses EPCM services?

Developers, REITs, property funds, investors and asset owners who want independent technical oversight rather than relying solely on an EPC contractor.

Can you manage multi-site rollouts?

Yes. We have a standardised framework for portfolio rollouts — consistent design standards, procurement leverage and centralised project management.

Do you provide technical due diligence for investors?

Yes. We provide independent technical reviews for funders, lenders and equity investors considering solar and BESS investments.

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