• Cruachan Underground Power Station
  • Nemo Link HDVC
  • Emergency Transmission Line Re-route - Oroville Dam

Transmission & Distribution

Sustainably connecting energy owners, operators and consumers

The transmission and distribution sector is rapidly transforming. Against a backdrop of growing demand, regulatory changes, ambitious carbon reduction targets and new innovations in technology, we’re helping clients expand power networks and upgrade existing infrastructure.

At Stantec, we combine local knowledge with expertise from across our global network. Helping deliver sustainable solutions for the transmission and distribution of cleaner energy, with higher levels of reliability. All whilst improving physical resilience and visual amenity.

We work both directly and through frameworks with National Grid, Scottish and Southern Electricity, Scottish Power, Drax and other major developers, delivering safe and reliable solutions to contemporary challenges.

Our expertise includes:

  • Siting and routing studies
  • Planning and environmental consenting
  • Asset management
  • Programme management and integration
  • Civil and electrical HV and LV engineering design (including HVDC studies and design, substation design and OHL design)
  • Grid connection and smart grid development
  • Integrated sustainable energy solutions

Stantec strengthens energy practice with acquisition of Teshmont

We are delighted to expand our power delivery capabilities with the acquisition of Teshmont Consultants LP. The 60-person strong firm, based in Canada, has been a world leader in the study and development of HVDC transmission systems for clients around the world for 55 years. Read More

Othmane El Mountassir on being an electrical engineer at Stantec

In his My Stantec Story, Othmane shares his experience as a principal high voltage cable engineer in our transmission and distribution team and the growth opportunities that Stantec offers. Read More

Power and Technology at Stantec

Providing cutting edge of technology is essential in the power industry. Stantec’s Montreal team is pushing the envelope every day to ensure clients receive the most current and innovative solutions.

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