04/06/2026
The Chicagoland construction market just got a major shot in the arm — and the numbers are staggering.
The Joliet City Council has approved plans for what could become the largest data center in Illinois: a 795-acre, 24-building complex near Chicagoland Speedway.
For our industry, this isn’t just another project — it’s a game changer.
🔹 7,000–10,000 local construction jobs
Nearly five years of sustained work for union and non-union crews alike. This is the kind of pipeline contractors in the southwest suburbs don’t see often.
🔹 $310M in projected property tax revenue
This level of development doesn’t just create jobs — it reshapes entire communities, supporting schools, infrastructure, and long-term regional growth.
🔹 Pre-construction planning will make or break this project
A phased, 24-building development of this scale demands serious coordination long before ground is broken. The teams that get aligned early will be the ones that succeed.
At LSWORKS LLC, this is exactly where we thrive.
From pre-construction and design-build to construction and facility management, we operate in complex, high-demand environments across Chicagoland every day.
Construction is expected to begin in early 2027 — but the real work starts now.
💬 What do you think this level of development means for the construction workforce in Chicago?