January 30, 2026
QTS halts data center project in Madison amid local opposition
QTS abandons plans for a large data center campus near Madison, Wisconsin after local opposition.
January 30, 2026
What Makes Staffing Mission-Critical Projects Different for Large GCs
How large GCs staff high-stakes projects: hiring specialist MEP and digital skills, analytics-based workforce planning, pre-screened talent, and scalable hiring.
January 30, 2026
How General Contractors Are Addressing PM and MEP Talent Gaps
General contractors use AI recruiting, trade-school partnerships, upskilling, BIM and mentoring to close PM and MEP talent gaps and reduce project delays.
January 30, 2026
Why Experienced Project Managers Are the Bottleneck for Major Builds
A retiring pool of seasoned project managers and weak training are delaying megaprojects, driving cost overruns and risking global infrastructure targets.
January 30, 2026
How to Recruit Construction Labor in a Tight Market
Discover proven strategies for construction companies to attract and retain skilled labor in a competitive market. Learn how to improve recruitment today.
January 29, 2026
Staffing Challenges on Large-Scale Construction Projects Explained
Labor shortages, aging crews, and regional competition are delaying large construction projects; apprenticeships, early hiring, and specialist recruiters can help.
January 29, 2026
How Top GCs Are Scaling Project Teams Without Overextending Leadership
GCs scale teams by segmenting projects, using data-driven planning, delegated leaders, expert recruitment, and real-time tech to prevent leadership overload.
January 29, 2026
Spalding County Approves $3.9B Data Center Construction
Spalding County approved a $3.9bn, 190-acre data center campus in Georgia that could reach nearly 5 million sq ft.
January 29, 2026
Digital Edge to Invest $4.5B in AI-Prepared Data Center Campus in Indonesia
Digital Edge to invest $4.5B to build a 500 MW AI-ready hyperscale data center campus near Jakarta.
January 28, 2026
Eastern International Enters Wind Power Construction Market
Eastern International wins RMB 91.52M in bids for its first 62.5MW wind power construction project.
January 28, 2026
Why Large GCs Struggle to Staff Mission-Critical Construction Projects
Skilled labor shortages are delaying mission-critical construction; GCs rely on specialized recruiters, upskilling, and tech to avoid costly project delays.
January 28, 2026
Common Staffing Mistakes That Delay Data Center Construction Schedules
Understaffing, skill gaps, poor training, and slow hiring cause costly data center construction delays; use early workforce planning and specialist recruiters.
January 28, 2026
How Owners Are Building Internal Data Center Project Management Teams
How owners build in-house data center project teams: key roles, hiring tips, lifecycle integration, and tools to reduce outages, costs, and delays.
January 28, 2026
Why Data Center Commissioning Talent Is Becoming Harder to Find
Demand for data center commissioning experts outpaces supply, causing delays, higher costs and operational risks; early hiring, training and broader recruiting can help.
January 27, 2026
Legislation proposes moratorium on Oklahoma data center construction
Oklahoma Republican senator proposes a three-year moratorium on new data center construction.
January 27, 2026
Q3 2025 sees record-breaking data center construction levels in the USA
US data center construction surged in 2025, nearing office building spending and driven by AI demand and former crypto firms.
January 27, 2026
Microsoft plans 15 data centers at Wisconsin Foxconn site
Mount Pleasant board unanimously approved Microsoft's plans for 15 new data centers near its Wisconsin campus.
January 27, 2026
Pacifico Energy secures Texas approval for massive data center project
Pacifico Energy secures Texas air permit for GW Ranch, a 7.65 GW power campus—the largest U.S. data center power project.
January 27, 2026
The Most In-Demand Roles on Large Data Center Construction Projects
Top in-demand roles on large data center builds—project managers, MEP engineers, commissioning and electrical specialists—plus salary ranges, shortages, and hiring trends.
January 27, 2026
How Data Center Developers Are Staffing Greenfield Builds in Secondary Markets
How developers staff greenfield data centers in secondary markets amid skilled-labor shortages—using local training, contractor partnerships, and specialist recruiters.
January 27, 2026
Hiring Challenges Facing Hyperscale Data Center Construction Projects
Skilled labor shortages, leadership gaps and competition for trades are delaying hyperscale data center construction and driving up costs; recruitment and training can help.
January 27, 2026
Why Data Center Projects Are Outpacing MEP Talent Availability
Data center construction is booming but MEP labor—especially electricians—is scarce, causing delays, higher costs, and risks; recruitment and training are vital.
January 26, 2026
Energy Transfer Announces $5.5 Billion Investment in Gas Infrastructure
Energy Transfer plans up to $5.5B for natural gas infrastructure in 2026, including Mustang Draw and Hugh Brinson.
January 26, 2026
Data Center Construction Talent Shortages and How Teams Are Solving Them
Analysis of the data center construction labor crisis and practical fixes—targeted hiring, fast training, AI & modular construction, and proactive workforce planning.
January 26, 2026
Key Skills for Data Center Construction Managers
Essential skills for data center construction managers: MEP systems, tight scheduling, commissioning, vendor oversight, leadership, and solving the talent gap.
January 26, 2026
2026 Regional Labor Projections for Construction
2026 U.S. construction outlook: a shortfall of 500,000 workers and 23,000 project managers, regional wage pressures, and practical hiring solutions.
January 26, 2026
Checklist for Hiring Data Center Scheduling Experts
Hiring the right data center scheduler prevents costly delays - use a 5-step checklist to assess construction + IT expertise, scheduling accuracy and speed.
January 25, 2026
Why Leadership Growth Improves Talent Retention
Leadership training lowers turnover, boosts engagement and morale, and creates career paths—key to retaining skilled construction workers.
January 25, 2026
Best MEP Certifications for Mission-Critical Roles
Top MEP certifications for mission-critical projects - compare PE, CEM, LEED AP, ASHRAE, Revit MEP, NFPA, and CDCTP to boost energy and safety.
January 25, 2026
Why Construction Manager Hiring Fails
Construction firms can't fill project-manager roles because of retirements, skills gaps, weak screening, slow hiring, and low pay; specialized recruiters help.
January 25, 2026
RPO vs. In-House Recruitment for Construction
Compare RPO and in-house hiring for construction: costs, time-to-hire, scalability, and when to choose outsourced, internal, or hybrid recruitment.
January 24, 2026
Case Study: Scaling Recruitment for Data Centers
Scalable recruitment cut hiring from 90 days to five weeks, placed 40+ data center specialists, and reduced cost per hire to $9,020.
January 24, 2026
Study: Workforce Needs for Data Center Construction
Rapid data center growth has created a skilled-labor shortfall: electricians, MEP engineers and commissioning agents are hardest to fill; training and recruiters are critical.
January 24, 2026
Key Competencies for Mission-Critical Construction Managers
Mission-critical construction managers deliver zero-downtime projects by mastering redundancy, advanced MEP systems, rigorous commissioning, and proactive risk control.
January 24, 2026
Ultimate Guide to Construction Commissioning Certifications
Compare BCxP, CCP, CxA, CBCP and other commissioning credentials — requirements, exam formats, costs, recertification, and career benefits for building pros.
January 23, 2026
AI in Construction Hiring: Trends for 2026
How AI speeds hiring, improves skills-based matching, predicts staffing needs, and boosts retention to help construction firms meet 2026 labor demands.
January 23, 2026
How Robotics Addresses Construction Skills Gap
Robots are closing construction's skills gap by automating dangerous tasks, boosting productivity, and creating tech-focused jobs that reskill the workforce.
January 23, 2026
Skill Gap Analysis for Data Center Construction Teams
Highlights the shortage of skilled MEP and tech workers in data center construction, key stats, hiring hurdles, and solutions like certifications and training.
January 23, 2026
How to Source MEP Talent for Data Centers
Strategies to source MEP professionals for data centers: role-specific job descriptions, pipelines from related industries, technical assessments, and specialized recruiters.
January 22, 2026
Mitigating Schedule Risks in Data Center Projects
Reduce costly data center build delays with early permitting, utility coordination, long-lead procurement, digital scheduling, and experienced project teams.
January 22, 2026
Microsoft Plans Extensive Data Center Expansion in Racine County
Microsoft proposes 15 data centers in Mount Pleasant, adding 8.7M sq ft—about 40 Walmart Supercenters.
January 22, 2026
Wisconsin Assembly Approves Bill Regulating Data Centers
Wisconsin Assembly advances GOP bill to regulate data centers with reporting, water recycling and utility requirements.
January 22, 2026
Hiring Best Practices for Construction Consultancies
Practical hiring strategies for construction consultancies: define roles, target passive candidates, assess technical and interpersonal skills, and improve onboarding.
January 22, 2026
Emergency Staffing for Data Center Projects
Emergency staffing fills skilled-labor gaps in data center builds, deploying vetted electricians, MEP experts and managers fast to prevent delays and cost overruns.
January 21, 2026
Build Resilient Data Centers: Power, Cooling, Batteries
Explore trends in data centers, including power, cooling evolution, and lithium-ion battery risks shaping the industry.
January 21, 2026
10 Questions to Ask Hiring Managers Before Recruiting
Use 10 essential intake questions to align recruiters and hiring managers on role skills, timelines, tools, safety, and 90‑day success metrics.
January 21, 2026
How Construction Teams Prepare for DOE Data Center Projects
Discover how construction teams and communities prepare for DOE data center projects, focusing on energy, land use, and collaboration.
January 21, 2026
Guide to Commissioning Process Optimization
Optimize building commissioning with early CxA involvement, cloud tools, MBCx and structured testing to cut energy use, costs, and project delays.
January 20, 2026
Ecuador's Telconet Initiates $550M U.S. Edge Data Center and Cable Project
Telconet builds Florida edge data center for its US$550M CSN-1 subsea cable linking US and Latin America.
January 20, 2026
Largest U.S. Data Center Proposed Following Laramie County Approval
Laramie County approved Project Jade, a proposed AI data center in Wyoming that could scale to 10 GW, raising environmental and energy concerns.
January 20, 2026
Alabama's 'Project Marvel' Data Center Expansion Considered Post-Zoning Approval
Project Marvel in Bessemer, Alabama could expand by 900 acres, potentially doubling its planned data center campus.
January 20, 2026
Interview Questions for Construction Project Managers
Key interview questions to evaluate construction project managers' technical skills, leadership, safety compliance, and problem-solving for complex projects.
January 20, 2026
How to Reduce Turnover in Construction Management
Reduce project manager turnover by improving leadership, onboarding, career paths, compensation, benefits and culture to cut costs and boost safety.
January 20, 2026
Performance-Based Bonuses in Construction
Compare performance bonuses, fixed salary raises, and profit-sharing in construction to balance motivation, cost control, and long-term retention.
January 19, 2026
Enery launches construction of hybrid energy plant in Romania
Enery begins construction of the 761 MWp Ogrezeni PV and battery hybrid project in Giurgiu, Romania.
January 19, 2026
Aspen Power secures $200M Deutsche Bank loan for solar projects
Weekly roundup: Aspen Power secures $200M from Deutsche Bank and other solar project financings and deals.
January 19, 2026
5 Challenges in MEP Hiring for Data Centers
Why data centers struggle to hire MEP talent: skills gaps, long hire cycles, rising pay, retirements, and limited experience—plus targeted recruiting solutions.
January 19, 2026
300-MW Pioneer Solar + Storage Project Breaks Ground in Arizona
Construction begins on 300-MW solar and 1,200-MWh storage Pioneer Clean Energy Center in Arizona.
January 19, 2026
Preparing Talent for 2026's Largest AI Data Centers
Discover the top 10 largest AI data centers of 2026, ranked by power, hardware, and expansion. Learn where they're located and who leads the AI race.
January 18, 2026
Complete Guide to Careers in Construction Management
Explore diverse roles in construction management, skills required, and career paths to succeed in this dynamic industry.
January 18, 2026
Recruitment Trends in Data Center Construction 2025
Workforce shortages, rising wages and retirements are delaying data center construction in 2025; electricians, MEP engineers and PMs are in highest demand.
January 18, 2026
Elon Musk's xAI Faces Hurdle Over EPA Permit Law Update
EPA closes loophole that let xAI run gas turbines without permits, potentially affecting its Memphis data centre expansion.
January 18, 2026
Ultimate Guide to Recruiting Construction Project Managers
Guide to recruit, evaluate, and onboard construction project managers — includes mission‑critical hiring, job description tips, sourcing, and assessments.
January 17, 2026
Aurora Core Technology to Build Data Center in Mikkeli, Finland
China-backed Aurora Core Technology will build a data center in Mikkeli, Finland; first phase 6MW capacity.
January 17, 2026
Rezoning Request Filed for Additional 900 Acres in Bessemer
Developer seeks rezoning of 900 additional acres for proposed Project Marvel data center in Bessemer, Alabama.
January 17, 2026
Pampa Breaks Ground on $3 Billion High-Tech Data Center
Construction begins on Meitner, a $3B data center in Pampa, Texas, promising jobs, growth, and infrastructure changes.
January 5, 2026
Alphabet Acquires Intersect for $4.75 Billion to Expand Capacity
Alphabet to acquire Intersect for $4.75B to speed US data-center and power generation capacity expansion.
January 5, 2026
California Approves Energy Study Amid Blocked Data Center Bill
California's push to curb data center energy use was watered down to a study requirement by 2027.
December 12, 2025
Ultimate Guide to Hiring Commissioning Agents
Guide to hiring certified commissioning agents for mission-critical facilities: skills, certifications, interviews, contracts, and onboarding.
December 12, 2025
Q&A: How Long Does Technical Recruitment Take?
Timelines for technical hires in construction range from ~13 days for standard roles to 60–90+ days for specialized positions; tips to speed hiring without cutting quality.
December 11, 2025
Pre-Qualified Candidates: Complete Hiring Checklist
Structured checklist to hire pre-qualified construction candidates—define needs, pre-screen safety and licenses, evaluate skills, and streamline onboarding.
December 11, 2025
In-House vs Agency Recruiting: Cost Comparison 2025
Compare costs, speed, scalability and mis-hire risk of in-house vs agency recruiting for construction in 2025 and when a hybrid approach pays off.
December 10, 2025
BayWa r.e. secures $416 million for JVR Energy Park development
BayWa r.e. secures $416M to build JVR Energy Park — 125 MW solar, 70 MW battery; powers ~57,000 homes by 2026.
December 10, 2025
X8 Cloud invests up to $50 billion in AI data centers in Paraguay
X8 Cloud plans up to $50B AI data center in Paraguay using hydroelectric power.
December 10, 2025
How to Reduce Time-to-Hire for Project Managers
Speed hiring of construction project managers by streamlining processes, using ATS and skills assessments, building pre-qualified talent pools, and making fast offers.
December 10, 2025
Mission-Critical Hiring: 5 Common Mistakes to Avoid
Prevent costly hiring mistakes in mission-critical construction: hire proactively, verify specialized experience and leadership, and run background checks.
December 9, 2025
7 Signs You Need a Construction Recruitment Partner
Slow hires, skill gaps, bad hires, and rapid growth can derail projects and margins—know when a construction recruitment partner can fix your hiring gaps.
December 9, 2025
How to Hire Data Center Construction Project Managers in 30 Days
Step-by-step 30-day plan to hire a US-based data center construction project manager: role profile, pay ranges, sourcing, interviews, and onboarding.
