Topics & Insights | NEMETSCHEK

Data Center Construction: Building the Physical Foundation of AI

Written by Jim Wolf | Sep 14, 2026, 12:32:43 PM
In our blog post, HCSS' Jim Wolf explores the physical foundation behind the AI boom — the civil contractors building the power lines, water systems, and earthwork that make data centers possible. Power infrastructure alone makes up 40–50% of project costs, and demand is only accelerating. Discover how contractors are managing this once-in-a-generation opportunity, and how digital tools like HCSS's HeavyBid, HeavyJob, and Fleet are helping them bid smarter, execute safely, and protect margins from bid through completion.