Zachry will provide engineering and procurement services out of its Amarillo, Texas, office and provide construction services on site, creating more than 1,000 direct jobs in Florida. Zachry is scheduled to mobilize in Brevard County in February 2011 and in Palm Beach County in February 2012.

"These high-efficiency projects will deliver a true long-term impact to FPL and its 4.5 million customers. Additionally, the projects underscore our expanded integrated capabilities," said Keith Manning, executive vice president of Zachry. “Our 50 years of experience in the power industry combined with our construction-driven engineering allows us to lead the gas market in cost-effectiveness and quality.”

The combined 2,500-MW Cape Canaveral and Riviera Beach dual-fuel modernizations will replace outdated plant elements built more than 50 years ago. The new plants will run on 33 percent less fuel per megawatt than the existing plants and are expected to save FPL customers $850 million to $950 million on their bills over the life of the plants.

“Projects of this magnitude can greatly benefit the local community as we strive to hire the majority of our workers from nearby areas,” said Steve Hoech, senior vice president of employee relations. “These projects also present an opportunity for regional vendors and subcontractors to support Zachry on a merit-shop basis.”

The 3-on-1 combined cycle plants will be the first to use the 274-MW-rated Siemens SGT6- 8000H combustion gas turbines. This technology will improve some greenhouse gas emissions on each site by 90 percent and reduce the CO2 emission rate by 50 percent. This equates to removing approximately 90,000 vehicles from roadways annually over the life of the projects.

“We are excited to be a part of such a significant program – especially with one of our longest standing customers,” Manning said. “Our current project success with FPL has given us a great understanding of the quality and detail that they expect and we look forward to a strong, continued partnership with FPL and the communities they serve.”

About Zachry Holdings, Inc.

Zachry Holdings, Inc. is engaged in the planning, building and renewing of the world’s most critical industrial facilities. As the largest direct-hire, merit-shop constructor in the United States, Zachry provides a range of engineering, construction and maintenance services to top industrial companies. The 85 year-old privately held organization is based in San Antonio. Visit www.zhi.com for more information.