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Clayton-based Centene and the governor’s office hosted a press conference today to officially announce that Centene will begin construction in August, on an East Coast headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company plans to create 6,000 new jobs and invest $1 billion in the Charlotte community, over time.
“Charlotte has great talent, excellent infrastructure and a real commitment to sustainable development,” said Michael F. Neidorff, chairman, president and CEO of Centene. “We are pleased to expand our partnership with the city of Charlotte, the county of Mecklenburg, and the state of North Carolina. We look forward to many years of collective growth and innovation.”
The company’s $1 billion investment will provide over 1 million square feet of office space. The first phase of construction will be complete in the second half of 2022, and accommodate approximately 3,000 employees. In anticipation of this phase, Centene will begin recruiting for roles across multiple areas, such as information technology, finance, compliance, health economics, business analytics, human resources, quality and clinical positions.
The next phase of construction, to begin in 2024, will accommodate an additional 3,000 employees when complete, allowing the campus to accommodate a total of 6,000 employees. Centene plans to share additional details about the site’s location in the coming weeks.
“Centene’s investment here is great for the Charlotte area and our whole state,” Governor Roy Cooper said. “Centene knows that North Carolina has a resilient economy, ready workforce, livable communities and a host of other assets that make our state a leading destination for forward-thinking businesses.”
“Today’s announcement is a historic occasion for Charlotte and comes at a most opportune time,” said Mayor Vi Lyles. “We are excited to welcome Centene to the Queen City. Our entire region will benefit from the company’s community-driven mission and commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.”
As part of its agreement with local officials, the company plans to hire at least 3,200 people over the next 12 years, but expects to hit that goal sooner.
“We believe in professional camaraderie, capacity for innovation, real-time partnership and development garnered from a shared physical presence,” Neidorff said. “Though we will continue to promote flexible work environments, investing long-term in our workforce and technological expertise is essential to succeed in a dynamic health care environment. The new space is designed to support and enable innovation, partnership and ultimately, growth.”
The facility will significantly grow Centene’s footprint in the state. Currently, Centene has nearly 600 employees based in North Carolina – across locations in Charlotte, Durham and Wilmington. Centene’s corporate headquarters will remain in St. Louis.
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