In the rapidly growing data centre industry, Director Chris Strong from Soben warns of a potential talent shortage that could hinder the trillion-dollar pipeline of projects. With over $1 trillion set to be invested in data centres in the next five years, the demand for specialized skills in data centre construction is higher than ever.
The construction of data centres requires unique skill sets, especially in project management, general contracting, and MEP contracting. As the industry continues to expand exponentially, companies must find innovative ways to grow their resources and competencies to meet the increasing demand for data centre projects.
To bridge the skills gap, developers are exploring alternative approaches such as the Project Management Consultant (PMC) model, where consultants provide project management expertise while the general contractor is directly employed by the client. Companies are also investing in training programs and upskilling initiatives to cultivate talent for the future of data centre construction.
