CHICAGO, Ill. – Clayco announces the launch of its new power and energy business unit, to be headed by Ryan Johnson.

He will oversee strategy, operations and project delivery as vice president of the newly created business unit.

With an initial focus on utility-scale solar and energy storage projects, Clayco Power and Energy will provide comprehensive design, engineering, procurement and construction services to accelerate the delivery of reliable, cost-effective energy infrastructure nationwide.

Clayco is currently under contract and in the design phase for a solar and battery storage project in Illinois, scheduled to mobilize in 2026. The project represents the first of several large-scale opportunities anticipated as the company expands into the solar and storage market to support growing national demand.

Clayco Power and Energy is expected to generate $300 million in revenue and employ nearly 1,000 craft professionals by 2027.