Hut 8 Corp. has selected Jacobs to provide Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) services for its 245‑megawatt River Bend data‑center campus in Louisiana. The partnership will oversee the design, procurement, and construction of the facility, which is part of a 15‑year, $7 billion lease that underpins Hut 8’s 1.5‑gigawatt development pipeline.
The River Bend campus is a cornerstone of Hut 8’s strategy to transform from a pure Bitcoin miner into a diversified energy‑first AI and high‑performance computing platform. By engaging Jacobs—known for large‑scale data‑center and semiconductor projects—Hut 8 aims to accelerate the first data hall’s completion and commissioning in the first quarter of 2027, with additional halls scheduled to go online later that year. The partnership signals progress in Hut 8’s transition and demonstrates the company’s ability to execute complex, high‑capacity projects that will generate long‑term, contracted revenue streams for its parent and its subsidiary, American Bitcoin Corp.
Jacobs brings a track record of delivering advanced facilities, including data‑center and semiconductor fabs, and its involvement is expected to bring disciplined project delivery, cost control, and risk mitigation. The EPCM agreement is a critical component of the $7 billion lease, which was announced on December 17 2025 and was backed by Google’s financial support. The lease and Google’s backstop de‑risk the project and provide a stable revenue foundation, aligning with Hut 8’s goal of moving into high‑margin AI infrastructure.
Management emphasized the strategic fit and confidence in the partnership. “Execution discipline is critical at the scale and complexity of River Bend,” said Asher Genoot, Hut 8 CEO. “Jacobs brings the experience and rigor required to deliver complex infrastructure on schedule and to the highest standards of quality and safety.” Bob Pragada, Jacobs Chair and CEO, added, “Our collaboration with Hut 8 reflects a shared commitment to setting a new benchmark for AI infrastructure – with safety, quality and disciplined delivery at the forefront.”
The announcement followed a December 17 2025 disclosure of the $7 billion lease, which attracted significant investor attention. The market reaction was driven by the lease’s size, Google’s financial backstop, and Hut 8’s strategic pivot to AI infrastructure—factors that underscored the company’s shift toward a more stable, high‑margin business model. The partnership with Jacobs further strengthens Hut b’s position in the growing AI and high‑performance computing market, positioning the River Bend campus as one of the largest AI infrastructure developments in North America.
The EPCM partnership with Jacobs is a key milestone in Hut 8’s transformation. It not only accelerates the construction of a critical AI data‑center but also provides a repeatable framework for future projects across the company’s development pipeline. The collaboration is expected to enhance Hut 8’s ability to secure long‑term contracts, improve operational leverage, and solidify its competitive edge in the rapidly expanding AI infrastructure market.
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