Construction and Installation of Onshore Wind Projects
From Planning to Commissioning: Construction and Installation of Onshore Wind Projects
Renewables First delivers complete project management and installation services, from project planning through to final commissioning.
Whether you need an end-to-end solution or specialist support at a particular stage, Renewables First combines decades of renewable energy engineering experience with technical expertise, project management and practical delivery to ensure every project is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standard.
Ready to start your onshore wind installation project? Contact us today.
Building Onshore Wind Sites: What’s Involved?
Renewables First typically manage the construction phase of onshore wind projects in three stages:
Stage 1: Project Review & Outline Plan
Typical duration: Approximately 1 month
This initial phase ensures your project has a solid foundation before construction begins.
Our Services Include:
- Review all project documentation (planning portal, grid offer, turbine procurement details, contractor agreements, etc.)
- Identify outstanding requirements and integrate them into a clear project specification
- Review planning consent conditions and prepare a plan to discharge them
- Produce an initial project plan
- Take on the CDM Principal Designer role and produce the initial Designer’s Risk Assessment
Your Benefit
By identifying technical and planning risks early, Renewables First provides a clear roadmap for successful project delivery while reducing delays later in the programme.
If Renewables First completed your feasibility and consenting stages, this review is generally straightforward. If another consultant was involved, we undertake a more detailed assessment to ensure every aspect of the project is covered.
Stage 2: Design, Specification & Procurement
Typical duration: Approximately 4 months
With the project scope established, Renewables First develops the technical designs and procures the contractors and equipment needed for construction.
Our Services Include:
- Produce a detailed site layout design, aligned with the planning consent
- Complete onsite electrical (LV / 11 kV / 33 kV) and earthing system designs, plus lightning protection specification
- Specify and procure ground investigations and complete civils works designs (wind turbine foundations, substation bases, trenching, access roads, crane pads, etc.)
- Manage tendering and procurement for civil, electrical, and DNO works
- Procure the wind turbine and other hardware
- Ongoing discharging of planning conditions, including Biodiversity Net Gain works
- Update the project plan and risk assessments as required
- CDM coordination
Your Benefit
Every aspect of the project is carefully planned before construction begins, helping to reduce programme risk, control costs and ensure efficient delivery.
Stage 3: Construction, Installation & Commissioning
Typical duration: Approximately 5 months
During construction, Renewables First manages every aspect of the installation process to ensure your project is delivered safely and efficiently.
Our Services Include
- Oversee and manage all subcontractors and site works
- Deliver civils works (foundations, substation, trenching, access roads, crane pads)
- Manage installation of electrical systems (LV and HV, including client-owned 11 kV electrics)
- Coordinate with turbine supplier and the DNO for timely installation
- Commission the grid connection (G99 / G100 compliance)
- Finalise discharging of planning conditions and Biodiversity Net Gain works
- Resolve technical issues as they arise and maintain overall project management
- CDM coordination
Your Benefit
Renewables First takes responsibility for every stage of construction and commissioning, ensuring your turbines are installed safely, perform efficiently and are ready to generate renewable energy.
Construction sequence for a typical onshore wind turbine installation
Why Choose Renewables First?
Decades of Renewable Energy Expertise
Renewables First has delivered successful renewable energy developments across the UK, combining engineering excellence with practical construction experience.
Complete Project Delivery
From feasibility studies and planning through to commissioning, Renewables First can deliver your entire project or provide specialist expertise wherever it is required.
Practical Experience
Unlike many consultants, Renewables First does not simply produce reports. We design, build and commission renewable energy systems that deliver measurable outcomes for our clients.
Confidence from Start to Finish
Every stage of your project is managed by experienced engineers who understand the technical, commercial and regulatory challenges involved in delivering successful onshore wind projects.
Take the next step: Contact us today to discuss your onshore wind installation project and find out how we can help bring it to life.
Our Clients
Renewables First works with commercial businesses, farms, industrial operators and landowners across the UK to deliver high-performing renewable energy projects.
We do not just produce reports. We design, build and operate renewable energy systems that generate measurable results.
Landowners, Farmers and Estates
Commercial Clients
Utility Companies
Community Groups
Local Authorities
Investors
Private Residences
Educational Institutions
Conservation Groups
Landowners, Farmers and Estates
Commercial Clients
Utility Companies
Private Residences
Educational Institutions
Conservation Groups
We don’t just talk and write reports – we actually build stuff!
Our Windpower Projects
Blacktoft Nursery, 500 kW EWT DW54 Wind Turbine
Feasibility, design, consenting and construction. Directly supplying an enormous commercial greenhouse.
Hibaldstow Farm, 500 kW EWT DW54 Wind Turbine
Design, project management and delivery. Supplying the chicken farm with electricity and surplus exported to the grid.
Baulker Farm, 500 kW EWT DW54 Wind Turbine
Complex integration of a large wind turbine into a constrained site with power used to supply the chicken farm.
Start Your Onshore Wind Projects with Renewables First
Whether you’re developing a single wind turbine or a larger commercial wind farm, Renewables First provides the engineering expertise and project management needed to deliver successful onshore wind projects from concept through to commissioning.
Contact Renewables First today to speak with one of our wind engineers and discover how we can help bring your renewable energy project to life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What services does Renewables First provide for onshore wind projects?
Renewables First provides end-to-end support for onshore wind projects, including feasibility studies, planning and consenting, detailed design, procurement, construction management, grid connection and final commissioning. We can manage the entire project or provide specialist expertise at individual stages.
How long do onshore wind projects typically take to complete?
The delivery timescale depends on the size and complexity of the project. Once planning permission and other consents are in place, the construction phase typically takes around 12 to 15 months, including project review, design, procurement, construction and commissioning.
Can Renewables First manage the entire wind turbine installation process?
Yes. Renewables First offers a complete project management service, coordinating civil engineering works, electrical infrastructure, turbine installation, contractor management, grid connection and commissioning to ensure your project is delivered safely and efficiently.
Who do you work with on onshore wind projects?
We work with commercial businesses, farmers, landowners, industrial operators and developers across the UK. Whether you’re installing a single turbine or developing a larger wind farm, Renewables First can provide the technical expertise needed to deliver a successful project.
Why choose Renewables First for onshore wind projects?
Renewables First combines decades of renewable energy engineering experience with practical delivery expertise. Unlike many consultants, we don’t just design projects. We also manage construction and commissioning, giving clients a single trusted partner from concept through to completion.
Want to Learn More?
We often hear the same key questions from clients — here are some of the most important ones, with links to in-depth answers in our Learning Centre.
Other Renewable Services we offer
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Hydropower
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