PCL Construction has been selected by BrightNight, a renewable power company, to build the new facility
PHOENIX, Arizona - February 12, 2026 - PCL Construction has been awarded the engineering, procurement and construction contract for the Pioneer Clean Energy Center in Yuma County, Arizona. The project, which will be owned and operated by BrightNight power, broke ground on February 11 and features a 366-megawatt direct current (MWdc) photovoltaic solar array and a 1,200 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery energy storage system. With its combined solar generation and advanced battery storage, the Pioneer Clean Energy Center will support grid resiliency and better align peak energy production with peak demand hours across the region.
The Pioneer Clean Energy Center is PCL’s first solar project in Arizona, its first project with BrightNight and the solar division’s first utility‑scale solar‑plus‑storage project in the United States. The facility is expected to be operational in 2027.
“I’m incredibly proud of what this project represents for our team,” said Andrew Moles, vice president and general manager of PCL’s solar division. “The Pioneer Clean Energy Center is an opportunity to bring clean, reliable energy to a region that continues to grow. Every design and construction decision is made to maximize performance and long-term value for the communities we serve.”
PCL’s solar team will self-perform major scopes of work including pile installation, racking, electrical installation, battery foundation work and the installation of more than 619,000 photovoltaic modules. These efforts, supported by local trade contractors, will provide economic benefits and employment opportunities throughout construction.
PCL has been present in Arizona for nearly 40 years through its civil infrastructure operations, and its expansion into Phoenix for its Buildings and Industrial teams reflects a continued investment in the state. This solar project builds on that foundation and advances Arizona’s clean energy future.
About PCL Construction
PCL Construction is one of the most respected and accomplished builders in North America, made up of independent construction companies operating throughout the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, and Australia. With an annual construction volume exceeding $8 billion USD, PCL builds projects that shape communities and strengthen infrastructure. The company’s 100% employee ownership model fuels a culture of commitment for clients in the buildings, civil infrastructure, heavy industrial and solar markets. With a strategic presence in more than 30 major centers, PCL’s leadership teams consistently drive innovation and set new benchmarks for excellence, bringing unparalleled skill to every project. Watch us build at PCL.com.
ABOUT BRIGHTNIGHT
BrightNight is a next-generation power and digital infrastructure company, purpose-built to serve the evolving needs of utilities, data centers, and commercial and industrial customers.
BrightNight designs, develops, and operates large-scale energy and infrastructure sites that integrate utility-scale renewables, advanced gas generation, battery energy storage, and power-optimized hubs for digital infrastructure. BrightNight’s industry-leading 30 GW portfolio of best-in-class power projects is concentrated in the fastest-growing energy markets and data center hubs across the U.S. BrightNight’s customer focus and proprietary AI platform PowerAlpha® enable it to deliver industry-leading economics, performance, and uptime. To learn more, visit www.brightnightpower.com.