By: Brian Smith Brent Herrin Bill Bower
The race to build the infrastructure powering AI, cloud computing, and services is accelerating at an unprecedented rate. The global data center market is projected to grow from $287.5 billion in 2026 to $662.7 billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 12.7% from 2026 to 2033.1
From hyperscale campuses in the United States to major expansion projects across Europe, developers are investing billions to meet surging demand for digital infrastructure.
Data center projects are usually fast-tracked, highly complex, and carry a unique risk profile. From high-value equipment and supply chain pressures to sustainability expectations and worker safety, the stakes and levels of scrutiny are high.
Reducing the total cost of risk (TCOR) requires risks to be identified, managed, and mitigated throughout the project life cycle. Drawing on experienced risk specialists can help stakeholders deliver safer projects while avoiding unnecessary costs and delays.
In this article, we examine the key risks shaping data center construction and strategies for managing these at every stage of the project life cycle, drawing on valuable insights from our in-house risk specialists.
Unique Risk Challenges in Data Center Construction
Data center construction combines compressed timelines, technical complexity, and heightened stakeholder expectations in ways few other construction projects do.
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