SNC-Lavalin Group has been awarded a US$60 million contract to provide engineering consulting and construction services to the Georgia Department of Transportation, USA.

"Relationships are the cornerstone of our services and the key to fully understanding our clients' goals and choosing the right mix of consulting and engineering expertise to support them," Ian said in a statement Friday. L. Edwards, President of SNC-Lavalin.

As prime consultant, SNC-Lavalin will be required to provide services to the Department of Transportation's Office of Alternative Delivery (OAD) for a maximum period of five years.

This technical support therefore includes assistance in the implementation of design-build projects that are located in the northeastern region of the state.

“With a focus on OAD's mission to deliver many transportation projects and programs efficiently, we will leverage our experience and innovation to help improve the mobility of motorists and goods, which that will impact Georgia's growing economy,” said George Nash, Atkins CEO, North America.