Skanska Joint Venture Secures $148M Standby Power Project in Newark, NJ
Newark, New Jersey – In a major move to bolster critical infrastructure resilience, Skanska, in a joint venture with Railroad Construction Company, has officially signed a USD 148 million (approx. SEK 1.5 billion) contract with the Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission (PVSC).
The contract secures the construction of a state-of-the-art standby power generation facility designed to safeguard public health and environmental safety during utility outages. Skanska will include its share of the contract in its U.S. order bookings for the third quarter of 2025.
Enhancing Grid Resilience for the Newark Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant
The primary objective of this massive infrastructure project is to provide a foolproof power backup for the Newark Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). Given the increasing frequency of extreme weather events and grid stress, ensuring the uninterrupted operation of wastewater facilities is a top priority for local municipalities.
Key Project Highlights:
- Power Capacity: Installation of advanced power generation equipment capable of producing 34 megawatts (MW) of standby power.
- Independent Operation: The facility is engineered for full independent standby operation, guaranteeing seamless transition during grid failures.
- Regulatory Compliance: Designed to meet strict operational and environmental regulations, ensuring zero compromise on community safety or eco-standards.
Project Timeline and Schedule
Construction on the Newark standby power facility officially kicked off in the third quarter of 2025. The joint venture is on a strict timeline to bring this critical system online, with final project completion slated for the fourth quarter of 2027.
| Project Phase | Estimated Timeline |
| Construction Commencement | Q3 2025 |
| Target Completion Date | Q4 2027 |
Building a Sustainable and Dependable Future
This latest venture highlights Skanska’s deep expertise in delivering complex, civil engineering solutions for critical public services. By modernizing the PVSC’s infrastructure, the project ensures that even during catastrophic utility grid failures, essential wastewater treatment remains uninterrupted.
“This project underscores Skanska’s expertise in delivering critical infrastructure solutions that enhance the resilience and reliability of essential public services, reinforcing its commitment to building a sustainable and dependable future for communities across the United States.”
As modern cities face growing climate and infrastructure challenges, projects like the Newark Bay WWTP standby facility set a benchmark for municipal preparedness and engineering excellence.
