Top Baltimore Solar Firm Powers Up Team with Two High-Impact Hires

Top Baltimore Solar Firm Powers Up Team with Two High-Impact Hires
Solar Gaines expands capabilities with 35+ years of proven industry expertise

Baltimore, MD (July 15, 2025) — Solar Gaines, a leading commercial solar construction firm in the Mid-Atlantic, has announced two high-impact hires that will instantly bolster the company’s proven capabilities. With a combined industry expertise of more than 35 years, the additions of Angeline Hannachi, PMP, as Project Manager and Peter Molloy as Senior Estimator, position Solar Gaines to aggressively accelerate its growth within the solar industry and across its expanding Mid-Atlantic footprint.

“We are thrilled to welcome Angeline and Peter to our team, as their experience, skills and insights will immediately strengthen our company,” said Thomas Gaines, CEO of Solar Gaines. “Both have extensive, well-established track records of overseeing and contributing to highly successful solar projects nationwide and throughout the region. They bring with them the needed skills and leadership essential for driving Solar Gaines to new levels of success across the Mid-Atlantic region.”

As Project Manager, Angeline will oversee the entire lifecycle of the firm’s solar projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and uphold the company’s renowned standards of quality. She will also serve as the primary liaison for Solar Gaines’ clients, engineers, contractors and other project consultants throughout every phase of a project.

Angeline, a certified Project Management Professional, brings more than 15 years of construction project management experience to Solar Gaines, including nearly six years in the solar industry. Over the course of her career, she has led a portfolio of large-scale utility projects totaling 200 megawatts in capacity. Last year, she successfully managed a 130-megawatt utility-scale project in Winchester, Virginia, which earned the Governor’s Environmental Excellence Award.

Peter joins Solar Gaines as a Senior Estimator, where he will lead the development of comprehensive and precise cost estimates for the firm’s solar projects. In addition to estimates, he will be responsible for identifying potential project risks, assessing project specifications and requirements, and offering strategic input to support informed decision-making across every phase of the firm’s projects.

Peter is an accomplished leader in the clean energy transition, bringing nearly two decades of experience in the renewable energy space. He has spearheaded estimation and pre-construction efforts for some of the nation’s most complex and challenging solar and battery storage projects, consistently delivering successful results in highly demanding markets. Peter’s experience has allowed him to develop a deep understanding of the costs involved in building renewable energy projects.

Solar Gaines is a premier commercial solar construction firm headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland with a legacy spanning over 15 years. Specializing in innovative solar installations, the company has established a strong presence across the Mid-Atlantic region, including Maryland, Washington, D.C., Virginia, Pennsylvania and Delaware. Backed by strong regional leadership, a dedicated in-house team of more than 190 solar professionals, an apprentice program and a commitment to safety and quality, Solar Gaines consistently delivers exceptional results for its clients. Its collaborative project management approach allows the company to be a trusted partner for community solar, commercial and industrial developers and business owners across the region.

Learn more about Solar Gaines’ industry-leading solutions at www.solargaines.com.

About Solar Gaines
Solar Gaines is a leading commercial solar construction firm based in Baltimore, MD, with over 15 years of experience serving the Mid-Atlantic region, including Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. Founded in 2009 by lifelong friends Tom Gaines and Hans Wittich, the company combines deep expertise in construction and finance to deliver large-scale solar solutions. Specializing in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction services, Solar Gaines works with both national and local solar developers, as well as commercial and industrial owners, to complete projects ranging from 2 megawatt to 20 megawatt, including rooftop and ground mount systems. With a rich legacy of over 100 years in infrastructure, Solar Gaines is committed to driving successful solar project delivery across the region.

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