Telecommunications
Connecting businesses and communities
Connectivity is a cornerstone of equity, and we’re committed to extending vital telecommunications resources to facilitate growth, learning, and stronger community bonds. Telecommunications infrastructure is the backbone of reliable, high-speed broadband fiber networks throughout North America and beyond, and we’re at the forefront of its development. We can help you at any stage of your project, from environmental permitting and compliance to strategic route selection and site design.
Our team has specialized knowledge in long-haul and middle-mile fiber projects, subsea cable laying with beach landing permits, and the development of data centers and other mission-critical facilities. We prioritize a close partnership, helping you provide an essential link for communities—infrastructure that enables seamless access to work, education, healthcare, and the cherished connections with family and friends.
Our vision is clear: to break down the barriers to connectivity and bring broadband access to all communities, especially those currently underserved.
Protecting cultural artifacts: Archaeology’s role in progressing projects
Most projects that include ground disturbance require archaeological monitoring to help preserve cultural resources. Some believe that it’s easier and more cost-effective to skip this step, but dealing with damages after the fact or having to change a project on the fly can be far more problematic. Hear from one of our archaeologists on how they navigate the increasingly critical role of cultural resources management in advancing telecommunications projects. Read More3 key steps to successful utility design for the telecommunications industry
When looking at the utilities that support telecommunications, a thoughtful design approach is critical. Whether it’s short connections within a city or thousand-mile, fiber-optic cables, these utilities connect our communities—and it’s essential that we design them correctly. Here’s how to work with authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), provide constructable designs, and assist clients in navigating complex utility design projects. Read MoreSara Lindberg, Principal Account Manager and ES Growth Leader, Long Haul Fiber
I love coming to work when I feel I am adding value for my clients. When I have an innovative idea to develop, I can’t wait to get started.
Charles Shoemaker, Senior Environmental Planner
Client satisfaction is key to successful projects, and I love delivering fantastic results—it’s fun to be driven by remarkable performance.
Gilbert Browning, Senior Archaeologist
Learn to ask the right questions—it’s an essential step to gaining a clear and confident understanding while remaining honest and ethical.
Bernadette Bezy, Senior Principal, Technical Discipline Leader, Ecology (US)
From deep-sea hydrothermal vents to alpine wetlands, I find an ecological understanding is essential to navigate our surroundings.
Russell Langstaff, Associate, Project Manager
The design process is as much about developing relationships as it is about finding solutions to problems—I always aim to do both.
Liz Wilkins, Project Manager, Ecologist
Protecting the environment is what drives my dedication to my work.
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