Skanska USA Expands into High-Tech Manufacturing with New Advanced Technology Unit
Skanska USA has announced the launch of Skanska Advanced Technology (SAT), a new division focused on the growing high-tech and semiconductor manufacturing sector. This specialized unit, which is part of Skanska’s USA Building business, is designed to enhance the company’s ability to deliver large-scale, advanced technology projects.
The formation of SAT comes at a time of booming demand for semiconductor fabrication plants, data centers, and AI-driven infrastructure. Skanska has already completed or is currently working on $23 billion worth of advanced technology projects in states such as Oregon, Arizona, and California, positioning itself as a key player in this rapidly expanding industry.
Leadership and Strategic Focus
Katie Coulson, a 25-year veteran of Skanska, has been appointed executive vice president and general manager of SAT. Previously serving as senior vice president and account manager, she has been instrumental in managing key relationships with Skanska’s largest high-tech manufacturing clients.
Clay Haden, president & CEO of Skanska USA Building, emphasized the significance of this new division, stating:
“Establishing SAT is an important strategic move for our business, and Katie is the ideal leader for our SAT team. Under her leadership, we are well positioned to better serve our key customers and seize emerging opportunities in the high-tech and semiconductor manufacturing sector.”
Growth in High-Tech and Semiconductor Construction
Skanska’s expansion aligns with industry-wide momentum in advanced manufacturing construction. Several major firms are ramping up investments in semiconductor plants, AI-driven infrastructure, and data centers:
- PCL Construction, based in Edmonton, Alberta, recently launched a business unit dedicated to semiconductors, battery plants, electronics, and life sciences.
- The U.S. market is witnessing historic investments in AI and cloud computing infrastructure, with projects such as Project Stargate, a multi-billion-dollar initiative to support AI-driven technology.
- Brian Kassalen, a principal at Baker Tilly, highlighted that data center construction is now one of the fastest-growing construction sectors, with continued expansion projected beyond 2025.
Positioning for the Future
With the semiconductor industry rapidly evolving due to the CHIPS and Science Act and other federal initiatives, Skanska is positioning itself as a leader in delivering high-tech manufacturing projects. By launching SAT, the company strengthens its expertise in AI infrastructure, semiconductor fabrication, and next-generation industrial facilities.
As demand for domestic semiconductor manufacturing and data centers continues to rise, Skanska’s investment in Skanska Advanced Technology reflects its commitment to driving innovation and supporting the future of high-tech construction in the U.S.
