Virginia hosts the largest data center market in the world and is home to 35% (almost 150) of all known hyperscale data centers worldwide. And Virginia’s position as the world’s #1 hub for digital infrastructure just got a major boost. EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure recently announced a record-breaking $17 billion investment in a new hyperscale campus in Louisa County, Virginia, a project that is set to reshape the state’s data center landscape.

Spanning 697 acres and delivering 1.1 gigawatts (GW) of capacity, the Louisa County development marks EdgeCore’s third major Virginia project, and by far its largest. What does this tell us? Virginia’s data center expansion is moving beyond Northern Virginia into new high-potential regions like Central VA.

 

 

For over a decade, Northern Virginia – particularly Loudoun County – has been the epicenter of the global data center industry, home to the world’s densest concentration of digital infrastructure. But with land scarcity, rising costs, and increasing demand for power and connectivity, developers are seeking new territory.

Central Virginia offers key advantages:

  • Abundant land at competitive prices compared to the crowded Northern Virginia corridor
  • Strong energy infrastructure, crucial for powering hyperscale campuses
  • Proximity to major fiber routes, ensuring low-latency connectivity
  • Business-friendly environment, with local and state incentives supporting digital infrastructure growth

Louisa County, located between Richmond and Charlottesville, provides an ideal base for hyperscale operators looking to scale quickly while avoiding the constraints of traditional hotspots.

 

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AI workloads demand massive computing power, high-density racks, and advanced cooling solutions. Hyperscale campuses like EdgeCore’s Louisa County site are designed to handle these requirements at unprecedented scale. Virginia’s ability to deliver hyperscale-ready infrastructure – supported by robust energy grids and skilled construction talent – keeps it at the forefront of the AI-driven data center race.

While infrastructure is the foundation, it’s the people that build the future. The scale and complexity of projects like EdgeCore’s require a new level of leadership in construction and delivery.

Roles in highest demand:

  • Pre-Construction Directors & Managers – shaping cost models and schedules from the ground up
  • Project Managers – leading multi-billion-dollar builds through every stage.
  • Cost Managers & Estimators – balancing budget, quality, and timelines.
  • Commissioning Managers – ensuring mission-critical readiness for go-live.

The industry is also demanding leaders who combine technical mastery with commercial acumen, professionals who can navigate client expectations, manage risk, and deliver on time in high-pressure environments.

At CrimsonXT, we are embedded in the conversations that matter, connecting with contractors, developers, and consultancies to secure the senior-level talent that drives hyperscale delivery. From construction leadership to energy specialists and mission-critical experts, we help our clients stay ahead in the fastest-growing data center market in the US.

If you’re a candidate looking to work on the most ambitious projects in the industry, or a company seeking the right leadership to deliver billion-dollar builds, get in touch.

 

 

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