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Civil EPC

CDM Smith navigates energy transition challenges with Civil EPC services—permitting, planning, procurement & execution for seamless project success.

Markus Uttelbach

Practice Lead

Markus Uttelbach

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From Planning to Execution: Civil EPC for Energy Projects

The energy transition comes with complex, large-scale challenges, including expanding energy infrastructure, stabilising electrical grids, and advancing storage technologies. These projects often involve multiple stakeholders, demanding seamless coordination and thoroughly planning. CDM Smith ensures these challenges are met with precision. 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.

What is EPC?

EPC stands for Engineering, Procurement, and Construc­tion — a contract model where a single contractor manages the entire project lifecycle. CDM Smith acts as your trusted partner, guiding you through every phase of your energy project. From delivering detailed engineering services (Engineering) to sourcing essential materials (Procurement) and imple­men­ta­tion of construc­tion works (Construc­tion), we provide a one-stop solution tailored to your needs.

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Civil EPC Excellence for Your Project Success

Our Civil EPC services deliver an all-encompassing solution covering every project phase, from planning to execution. Here’s what you gain:

Resource Efficiency and Time Savings 

By streamlining planning, procurement, and construction under one roof, we eliminate interface issues, optimise processes, and minimise risks, like delays.

Smooth Communication

CDM Smith serves as your single point of contact, fostering clear and efficient collaboration.

Cost Control & Accelerated Commissioning

With transparent EPC pricing, you gain full budget control while our integrated approach accelerates commissioning—delivering your project efficiently and operational sooner.

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Our integrated approach to planning, procurement, and construction makes us your one-stop partner for efficient, cost-effective project delivery. We ensure top-tier quality, smooth processes, and on-time execution — simple and transparent.

Markus Uttelbach

Division Manager EPCM

With more than 30 years of project management experience in international industrial plant engineering, Markus Uttelbach heads the EPCM division and oversees complex projects from planning to execution with both technical and strategic expertise.

Comprehensive Project Management

At CDM Smith, our multidisciplinary team provides expert support throughout every stage of your project, offering comprehensive engineering services such as:
– Conceptual design
– Construction management for building construction, infrastructure construction, earthworks, and concrete construction
– Detailed design
–Environmental impact assessments
– Feasibility studies
– Permitting and regulatory planning
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