When are commissions paid?

Surge commissions are paid based on project milestone completion, not fixed calendar timing. Each project has its own milestone structure depending on:

solution type (solar, storage, EV charging, lighting, etc.)
financing structure
procurement pathway
engineering requirements
customer contract structure
partner delivery model

Commission payments are issued as milestone events are reached within the project execution timeline. Typical milestone examples may include:

contract execution or notice to proceed (when applicable)
engineering or permitting completion
equipment procurement milestones
installation start or completion
commissioning or system activation
project completion milestones defined in the customer agreement

Not every project includes the same milestones, and milestone timing varies between opportunities. Commission payments follow the milestone structure associated with the specific project.

Because milestone structures vary between projects, commission payment timing is confirmed during the proposal and contracting phase for each opportunity.

How many commission payments does each project include?

Most Surge opportunities include multiple commission payment events tied to project progress. In many cases:

an initial payment occurs once the project advances beyond early-stage development
additional payments occur as construction or deployment milestones are completed

Your expected commission timing is confirmed during the proposal and contracting phase for each opportunity.

Why does Surge pay commissions at milestone stages instead of just at contract signature?

Surge supports complex infrastructure projects that involve engineering, permitting, procurement, financing coordination, and installation. Commission payments are therefore aligned with project execution milestones to:

ensure deals progress successfully beyond signature
support accurate forecasting and payout timing
maintain alignment between contributors and project outcomes
protect long-term platform stability

This structure reflects how commercial energy infrastructure projects are delivered across the industry.

How is my commission amount determined?

Commission allocations are based on the role performed in each opportunity, not job title. Typical roles include:

Scout (opportunity introduction)
Setter / Strategist (deal facilitation)
Closer (agreement execution)

Each contributor’s participation is documented before project execution begins. If multiple contributors participate in a deal, allocation percentages are confirmed through a Deal Commission Allocation Agreement signed by all commission-earning parties. You will know your expected commission participation during the proposal phase of each opportunity.

When will I know what I’m earning on a deal?

Commission participation is confirmed during the proposal and contracting phase of the opportunity. Before execution begins:

contributor roles are verified
allocation percentages are confirmed
any custom splits are documented
all commission-earning contributors sign the Deal Commission Allocation Agreement (if applicable)

This ensures transparency before milestone payments occur.

In many cases, estimated commission ranges or projections are available during the proposal phase. However, final commission dollar amounts may adjust as a project progresses due to factors such as:

final contract pricing
scope refinements
change orders
financing structure updates
equipment substitutions
customer-requested modifications during execution

Commission allocations (percentages) remain fixed once documented, but total commission amounts may increase or decrease based on the final project value.

This approach ensures contributors are compensated accurately based on the finalized scope of work delivered.

Do newer contributors receive support on early opportunities?

Yes. On Surge opportunities, newer contributors collaborate with experienced Surge team members to support:

discovery conversations
solution alignment
proposal development
financing coordination
contract execution

In many cases, experienced Closers participate directly in early-stage opportunities to help ensure strong project structure and successful execution.

When this occurs, commission participation reflects the roles performed by each contributor and is documented through a Deal Commission Allocation Agreement prior to contract execution.

Closer participation on early opportunities is part of Surge’s collaborative deal execution model and helps ensure contributors are supported while projects progress successfully toward closing.

What documentation is required before commissions can be paid?

To receive commission payments, contributors must complete onboarding requirements including:

submitted W-9
completed payment setup
accurate contact information on file

Commission payments cannot be issued until required onboarding documentation is complete and the applicable project milestone has been achieved.

How are commission payments delivered?

Surge commission payments are issued through the company’s standard payment processing system, which directly deposits funds via ACH transfer into a member's account.

Payments are typically distributed after each milestone is confirmed and processed internally.

Timing may vary slightly depending on:

project structure
customer payment timing
financing structure
permitting timelines
installation scheduling

Contributors are notified as commission-eligible milestones are processed internally.

Are commissions paid on every type of Surge project?

Yes. Commission participation applies across Surge opportunities including:

solar
battery storage
EV charging infrastructure
lighting upgrades
facility efficiency improvements
community solar participation
utility audit recovery opportunities

Commission allocation reflects the contributor’s role within each opportunity.

Can commission structures vary between projects?

Yes. Commission allocations are determined based on:

contributor participation
deal structure
project complexity
company-generated vs contributor-generated opportunities
multi-contributor collaboration scenarios

When allocations differ from standard role structures, a Deal Commission Allocation Agreement is issued for that opportunity.

What happens if a project timeline changes?

Infrastructure project timelines sometimes shift due to:

permitting timelines
engineering adjustments
financing coordination
utility approvals
construction scheduling

If milestone timing changes, commission payments shift accordingly. Commission eligibility remains tied to milestone completion rather than calendar timing.

Do commissions change after contract signature?

Commission allocation percentages do not change after execution unless:

the project scope changes materially
contributors change roles
a revised agreement is approved by all parties

Any adjustments are documented through an updated Deal Commission Allocation Agreement if required.

While allocation percentages remain fixed once confirmed, final commission dollar amounts may vary as a project progresses based on factors such as:

final contract pricing
change orders
scope refinements
financing structure adjustments
equipment substitutions
customer-requested modifications during execution

Commission payments reflect the finalized project value delivered, ensuring contributors are compensated accurately based on the completed scope of work.