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Private Utilities and Water Companies

Power your grid with resilient, sustainable energy solutions. CDM Smith partners with electric and gas utilities to deliver integrated design, construction, permitting and compliance that results in reliable, efficient operations.

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Powering progress: resilient, sustainable solutions for tomorrow's grid

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Helping utilities plan, modernize and deliver electricity and thermal energy solutions. By leveraging industry partnerships, smart grid technologies and our insight, we optimize performance, enhance resilience and accelerate the transition to a cleaner, more connected energy landscape.

Integrated engineering & construction

Accelerating delivery—from planning,budgeting, permitting, and pre-purchasing long lead equipment to integrated design and construction—delivering safe, compliant, and on-time utility projects.

Proven safety with large-scale utilities

Partnering with major utilities nationwide, we work side by side to deliver complex projects safely, on time, and within budget— building trust through collaboration and shared success.

Technology-led, multi discipline innovation

Partnering with major utilities nationwide, we work side by side to deliver complex projects safely, on time, and within budget— building trust through collaboration and shared success.

Driving sustainability with results

Empowering utilities to meet sustainability goals by delivering measurable results—reducing emissions, optimizing energy efficiency, and verifying performance with data-driven solutions.

Featured projects

Selected projects illustrating our technical and delivery experience.

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Dubai, UAE

Jumeirah Lakes Towers Infrastructure

Infrastructure, landscaping design, and construction supervision for the 180-hectare Jumeirah Lakes Towers development in Dubai.

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Dubai, UAE

Jumeirah Golf Estates Infrastructure

Infrastructure design and construction supervision supporting Phase A of Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai.

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Related practices

Supporting practices that enhance project outcomes across the lifecycle.

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Construction Management

CDM Smith provides full-service construction management solutions across the water, environmental, transportation, energy and facilities industries.

Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing & Fire Protection (MEP+FP)

We’ve completed hundreds of projects from planning and design to system start-up and commissioning, involving boilers, chillers, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), primary and secondary distribution, substations, power generation, cogeneration and sustainable/renewable energy systems.

Sewerage, Drainage and Irrigation

Integrated sewerage, drainage, and irrigation solutions that support public health, climate resilience, and sustainable urban growth.

Land Development

We partner with our clients to plan and deliver site development projects efficiently and safely, integrating sustainable practices that create lasting value over the full project lifecycle.

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Ready to Take the Next Steps?

We love collaborating with passionate individuals and organizations. If you want to talk about potential projects, reach out to our experts. If you're interested in joining our team, check our careers page for open positions or internships.