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Skanska has inked a contract with an existing client to build four new data centers in the southeast region of the USA. The contract is worth USD 1.2 billion, about SEK 11.2 billion. Additionally, this will include in the US order bookings for the third quarter of 2026.

Scope

The scope of the  project involves the construction of four data centers. This will total to approximately 75,000 square meters (808,000 sq-ft). Furthermore, the work includes constructing the shell and interior fit-out for technical spaces, support areas, and office functions.

Other Data Center Projects by Skanska in the US

In another similar project,In August 2026, Skanska secured a USD 238 million (approximately SEK 2.2 billion) contract with an existing client to construct a major data center facility in Virginia, USA. Moreover, scheduled to be booked under the company’s third-quarter order intake for 2026, the project involves building a 22,000-square-meter (237,000-square-foot) facility that features five individual data halls, essential underground site utilities, and comprehensive surrounding site work.

Lastly, serving as the second building erected on the client’s campus, construction kicked off in August 2026. Furthermore, it is targeted for completion by May 2028.

Project Factsheet: Southeastern US Data Center Expansion

Developer / Contractor: Skanska

Client: Existing confidential client (Additional Contract)

Contract Value: USD 1.2 Billion (SEK 11.2 Billion)

Project Scope: Construction of 4 new data center facilities

Total Facility Area: 75,000 m² (808,000 sq ft)

Location: Southeast Region, USA

Scope of Work: Structural shell construction and interior fit-out

Financial Booking: Included in Skanska’s US Order Bookings for Q3 2026

Start Date: Q3 2026

Target Completion: Q3 2028

Construction will begin in third quarter of 2026 and is expected to be completed in third quarter of 2028.

Project Team

General Contractor: Skanska USA (Skanska AB)

Client / Developer: Confidential (Identified officially as an “existing client” / hyperscale tech firm, standard for major U.S. data center contracts)

Subcontractors and Trade Partners: Specific mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) subcontractors. Also, it includes structural steel suppliers, and fit-out specialists have not been publicly disclosed yet due to project confidentiality.