Telecommunications




Unlock Seamless Connectivity

To harness the power of broadband, embrace the possibilities of LTE, build mission-critical data centers and explore emerging technologies, we seamlessly weave together the essential components of telecommunications networks. We develop vital infrastructure with comprehensive solutions and a holistic approach, empowering you to navigate the evolving communications landscape with confidence.

What We Do

#3

in Telecommunications (ENR 2024)

35K

miles of fiber-optic cable network development

500+

communication tower sites designed and constructed

#2

in Data Centers (ENR 2024)

#2

in Data Center Engineering Firms (BD+C Giants 400 2023)

What We Do

Projects

  • Intelligrid Program Network Engineering & Systems Integration

    Business planning, design and development of construction documents for a network infrastructure upgrade covering nearly 500 sites.

  • Data Center Microgrid

    FAA glare study and design, construction and commissioning services for a microgrid serving an office, data center and energy technology center.

  • Fiber Acceleration Program

    Planning, fielding, engineering and construction support services for the Chelan County, Washington, Public Utility District Fiber Acceleration Program.

  • Field Area Network EPC Updates

    Engineer-procure-construct (EPC) delivery of a multisite replacement of microwave systems to address potential interference from unlicensed spectrum.

  • Transmission System Modernization

    Environmental compliance monitoring and engineering services to support a FirstEnergy initiative to upgrade and modernize its transmission system.

  • Tower & Shelter Replacements

    Engineer-procure-construct (EPC) services for 70 microwave towers and 16 communication shelters in multiple states to maintain network reliability.

Insights & News

News

Data Center Dynamics: Edged launches 26MW Kansas City data center in Missouri

Construction of the 26-MW data center was completed by Burns & McDonnell. It...

Blog

Meet Growing Data Center Power Demands With Reciprocating Engines

As more data centers come online, reciprocating engine power units offer a poten...

Blog

Unlocking Funding Opportunities With the Build Kansas Fund

News

Burns & McDonnell Announces Promotions in the Mountain Region to Support Design and Construction of Critical Infrastructure Projects

News

Civil+Structural Engineer: Beyond Blueprints - How Empathy Shapes Successful Design-Build Projects