HOUSTON, Aug. 3, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) announced today that it was selected by Enbridge Pipelines Inc. (Enbridge) for two spreads of the Canadian section of the Line 3 Replacement Program. Quanta's scope of work includes the construction and installation of approximately 168 miles (270 kilometers) of new 36-inch diameter crude oil mainline pipe, which will begin in Hardisty, Alberta and continue into the province of Saskatchewan, Canada. Quanta's construction on the project will begin in August 2017 and is anticipated to continue through 2019.

"Quanta is pleased to partner with Enbridge on this project, which will generate jobs and is expected to benefit the communities where construction will occur," said Duke Austin, Quanta's President and Chief Executive Officer. "Quanta is working collaboratively with Enbridge to maximize the economic opportunities for local and Indigenous communities and we look forward to breaking ground on this important safety and maintenance project."

About Quanta Services
Quanta Services is a leading specialized contracting services company, delivering infrastructure solutions for the electric power, oil and gas and communications industries. Quanta's comprehensive services include designing, installing, repairing and maintaining energy and communications infrastructure. With operations throughout the United States, Canada, Latin America, Australia and select other international markets, Quanta has the manpower, resources and expertise to safely complete projects that are local, regional, national or international in scope. For more information, visit www.quantaservices.com.

Forward Looking Statements
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