Summary
Carman Contracting engaged EvoEnergy to provide specialist consultancy and technical design support for a solar carport project. Working within a demanding programme, we carried out detailed site assessments and developed RIBA Stage 3–4 design information to support informed decision-making and project delivery.
The challenge
Carman Contracting required specialist technical expertise to progress a solar carport project from early feasibility towards construction. With an ambitious delivery programme, the project needed a coordinated approach to identifying potential constraints and developing a practical, buildable design.
Several technical considerations required further investigation, including ground conditions, underground services, structural requirements, electrical connections and site-specific limitations.
With multiple factors influencing the design and construction process, the challenge was to establish a clear technical foundation that would support efficient project planning while minimising avoidable risks and delays.
Our Solution
EvoEnergy was appointed to provide specialist consultancy and design development, progressing the project through RIBA Stages 3–4.
Our team coordinated site visits and technical investigations, including geotechnical surveys, underground utilities tracing, electrical assessments and structural design development. These activities helped establish a clearer understanding of the site’s physical and technical constraints.
Working closely with Carman Contracting, we evaluated design options and provided guidance on technology selection, construction requirements and programme considerations.
We also supplied technical information to support the client’s engagement with relevant stakeholders on electrical connection requirements, helping inform the next stages of project development.
Insights & Recommendations
Our investigations identified important site constraints, including underground services and surrounding structures that needed to be considered during the design process.
By assessing these challenges early, we helped Carman Contracting understand the implications for system configuration, construction methodology and project planning.
We provided practical recommendations covering design development, survey sequencing, procurement strategy, construction phasing and material lead times. This coordinated approach helped the project team evaluate feasible solutions and make informed decisions based on technical findings and delivery requirements.
The Result
EvoEnergy provided Carman Contracting with coordinated RIBA Stage 3–4 design information, technical assessments and practical recommendations to support the project’s development.
Our consultancy work helped establish a clearer understanding of site constraints, design considerations and construction requirements, giving the project team a stronger technical foundation for planning and decision-making.
By bringing together specialist engineering expertise and structured project coordination, we demonstrated the value of early-stage consultancy in managing the complexities of commercial solar carport projects.