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Energy Infrastructure

From power lines to battery storage systems - CDM Smith supports the energy transition with planning, consulting and full-scale civil EPC services.

Practice Lead

Christelle Schuhler

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Integrated Solutions for Energy Infrastructure

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The energy transition requires more than just technical expertise – it needs a networked mindset, precise planning and reliable implementation. See how we support infrastructure projects efficiently, sustainably and in partnership.

Shaping the Energy Transition

CDM Smith supports the transformation of energy infrastructure with technical expertise and holistic planning – for a sustainable supply.

Interdisciplinary Expertise

Our teams bring together geotechnical specialists, civil and environmental engineers – delivering well-thought-out solutions from a single source.

Civil EPC

Through our comprehensive Civil EPC services, we help you successfully navigate the complexities of the energy transition — from permitting and construction planning to procurement, project management, and execution.

Digital Planning with Added Value

With Building Information Modelling (BIM), we optimise your projects in real time, ensuring maximum transparency and cost control.

Infrastructure for the Energy Transition – a Holistic Approach

The energy transition is one of the greatest challenges of our time. CDM Smith is a reliable partner in this transition, offering technical excellence and comprehensive planning expertise. We provide support for the construction of new extra-high voltage lines and grid battery storage facilities – from consulting and coordination to structural engineering and environmental construction supervision. Our services include soil-related construction supervision, environmental construction supervision, local site supervision for civil works, foundation engineering support, as well as stakeholder and permitting management.

Discover our energy infrastructure projects and learn how we help shape the energy transition.

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Germany, South-East

SuedOstLink: A Future Project for Sustainable Energy Supply

SuedOstLink is one of the key projects driving Germany’s energy transition. CDM Smith supports 50Hertz and TenneT in ensuring smooth implementation.

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Lower Saxony

Conneforde–Cloppenburg–Merzen: Construction of a 380-kV Extra-High-Voltage-Line

CDM Smith provides full planning and coordination services for a 380-kV transmission line between Conneforde and Merzen for TenneT.

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Kupferzell, Germany

Grid Booster Kupferzell

CDM Smith supports the construction of the world’s largest grid battery storage system as a Civil-EPC service provider.

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More Knowledge. More Context.

In our Insights, we share knowledge, experience and current topics from our core areas.

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Insight

Grid Expansion in Germany and Europe

Power grid expansion in Germany and Europe is gaining importance. Nadja Pappenberger shares exciting insights.

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Insight

Intelligent Project Delivery Through BIM Technologies

CDM Smith uses BIM to create digital models that make construction projects more efficient and transparent—from planning through to execution.

Related Practices

Curious what else we can do for you? Discover our services and related practice areas.

Construction Supervision

We oversee your construction site to ensure smooth, contract-compliant, and on-schedule execution.

Site Development

We plan and realise your site development projects across all sectors – efficiently, safely and sustainably.

Geotechnics

From ground investigation to execution: Our geotechnical experts support you in every project phase with in-depth know-how and innovative methods.

Infrastructure

Forward-looking infrastructure starts with planning expertise: We assess feasibility, evaluate risks, and develop the best solutions for your project.

Construction Services

Construction supervision, site management, health & safety coordination, quality assurance, and project support – all from a single source.

Tunnelling

We combine detailed planning with smart solutions to master even the most complex ground conditions.