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Data center development fuels soaring demand for skilled construction workers

Recruiting rises for electricians, plumbers, HVAC installers, Avison Young says
CoStar News
June 30, 2026 | 8:02 P.M.

A nationwide surge in data center development is driving a significant increase in demand for workers with the skills needed to get these facilities up and running, according to a report from Avison Young.

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