Data Center Construction Jobs in Virginia

Data Center Construction jobs in Virginia are among the most active in the country, concentrated in the Northern Virginia corridor, which houses the world's densest cluster of data centers, with demand running from entry-level laborers and apprentice electricians through senior project managers and superintendents. The heaviest hiring is in and around Ashburn, Richmond, and Loudoun County, where major players like Equinix, Amazon Web Services, and Microsoft maintain large and growing footprints. The most in-demand specialties are electrical systems installation, mechanical and cooling infrastructure, and structured cabling. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles48
Top employerTurner & Townsend Pty Limited
Top cityRichmond, VA
Cities hiring13
Work type53% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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CBRE
Onsite Safety Professional - Data Center Construction (East Region)
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Onsite Safety Professional - Data Center Construction (East Region)
CBRE
Manassas, Virginia
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$140k - $160k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management
10,000+

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Sunstates Security
FT Construction Data Center Security Officers - $25.50/hr
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FT Construction Data Center Security Officers - $25.50/hr
Sunstates Security
Ashburn, Virginia
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
CPR Certification
5,001-10,000

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Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Project Manager - Data Center Construction
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Project Manager - Data Center Construction
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Alexandria, Virginia
Cloud Architecture
Solutions Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Bachelor's degree in construction management
201-500

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Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Mechanical Project Manager - Data Center Construction
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Mechanical Project Manager - Data Center Construction
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Alexandria, Virginia
Cloud Architecture
Solutions Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
201-500

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Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Electrical Project Manager - Data Center Construction
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Electrical Project Manager - Data Center Construction
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Alexandria, Virginia
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
201-500

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Data Center Construction Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Richmond
8 jobs
Ashburn
7 jobs
Reston
5 jobs
Manassas
5 jobs
Alexandria
5 jobs
Herndon
4 jobs
Arlington
4 jobs
Chantilly
4 jobs
Fredericksburg
2 jobs

Data Center Construction Job Market in Virginia

A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
    Turner & Townsend Pty Limited16
  • Amazon
    Amazon5
  • Worldwide Mission Critical
    Worldwide Mission Critical5
  • CBRE
    CBRE3
  • Meta
    Meta3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services15
  • Technology & Software5
  • Retail3
  • Construction & Real Estate3
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces3

What Virginia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in data center construction jobs across Virginia.

  • Valid Virginia contractor license or working under a licensed Virginia Class A contractor
  • Hands-on experience with electrical, mechanical, or civil construction in mission-critical facilities
  • Familiarity with BICSI, NFPA 70, and data center-specific build standards
  • OSHA 30 certification or willingness to obtain it before starting on site
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, single-line diagrams, and specifications
  • Experience coordinating with MEP subcontractors and commissioning teams on large-scale projects

Data Center Construction Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a data center construction in Virginia?

Most data center construction roles in Virginia require a combination of trade credentials and project experience. Electricians must hold a Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation journeyman or master electrician license, while general contractors need a Virginia Class A or B contractor license from the same board. Entry-level workers typically begin through a registered apprenticeship with a local IBEW chapter or an AGC-affiliated program, then advance by building experience on mission-critical or commercial construction sites.

How much do data center constructions make in Virginia?

Data center constructions in Virginia earn a median of about $119,110 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,940 for the lowest 10% to over $183,980 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire data center constructions in Virginia?

Employers hiring data center constructions in Virginia right now include Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, Amazon, and Worldwide Mission Critical, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Northern Virginia's concentration of hyperscale campuses means demand from both owners like cloud providers and the large general contractors and specialty subcontractors they retain.

Which Virginia cities have the most data center construction jobs?

Richmond, Ashburn, and Reston account for the most data center construction openings in Virginia. Ashburn and the broader Loudoun County area dominate because it is home to the highest density of hyperscale data center campuses in the world, while Richmond draws steady work from state government technology projects and mid-market operators, and Manassas and Prince William County are growing rapidly as new campus developments push outward from the Ashburn core.

Are there remote data center construction jobs in Virginia?

Yes, but they're rare. Data center construction is fundamentally a hands-on, on-site discipline, so the vast majority of roles require physical presence at the build site. About 47% of data center construction openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in project management, document control, or preconstruction estimating rather than field work.

How can I get hired as a data center construction in Virginia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a registered apprenticeship through a local IBEW chapter or an Associated Builders and Contractors chapter based in Northern Virginia, where large general contractors like Turner Construction and Whiting-Turner regularly take on apprentices for their Ashburn-area campus projects. Entry-level laborers and helpers who hold an OSHA 10 card and a clean background check are consistently considered. Getting a Virginia electrical apprentice registration through the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation strengthens any application.

Where can I find and apply to data center construction jobs in Virginia?

You can find and apply to data center construction jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and trade credentials and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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