Analyst, Energy Strategy & Operations

QTS Realty Trust

Duluth (GA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

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Paid time off (PTO)

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Holidays

Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

QTS Data Centers in Duluth, GA is seeking an Analyst in Energy Strategy & Operations to translate leadership priorities into disciplined plans and transparent reporting. You will support the operating cadence, maintain OKR/KPI trackers, and prepare leadership materials for executive reviews.

The role requires 2+ years in analytics or operations, strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and a detail-oriented mindset to drive rapid improvement in a growing data-center environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related field.
2+ years of analytics, business operations, program coordination, strategy support, or related experience.
Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; ability to organize data and present executive-ready materials.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

Support operating cadence and planning cycles, business reviews, and monthly/quarterly check-ins.
Maintain OKR and KPI trackers and dashboards; flag risks and dependencies early.
Build leadership materials and translate inputs into clear visuals for planning and executive reviews.
Gather, validate, and normalize data from cross-functional teams; support data quality.
Track initiative intake, status, risks, and dependencies across Energy portfolio.
Partner with multiple teams to align timelines and drive process improvements.

Skills

Analytics

Operations

Excel

PowerPoint

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Data dashboards

Job description

The Analyst, Energy Strategy & Operations

The Analyst, Energy Strategy & Operations supports the operating rhythm of QTS' Energy Strategy organization - helping turn leadership's priorities into disciplined plans and clear, measurable reporting.

Reporting to the Director, Energy Strategy & Operations, the Analyst maintains the OKR/KPI trackers, prepares business-review and leadership materials, organizes and validates source data, and coordinates the logistics of the planning cadence so the most important work stays sequenced, on track, and transparently reported in a rapidly scaling environment.

What You Will Do

Operating Cadence & Planning Support
- Help run the operating cadence - planning cycles, business reviews, and monthly/quarterly performance check-ins - and keep them on schedule.
- Prepare agendas, pre-reads, and materials; capture decisions, actions, and follow-ups and track them to closure.
OKR & KPI Tracking
- Maintain OKR and KPI trackers and dashboards; collect status inputs from workstream owners and keep them current.
- Flag slipping items, risks, and dependencies early so they can be addressed.
Reporting & Leadership Materials
- Build and update business-review decks, strategy updates, and standard reporting for a consistent, accurate leadership reporting layer.
- Translate inputs into clear visualizations and summaries for planning, forecasting, and executive presentations.
Data & Analysis
- Gather, organize, validate, and normalize data from cross-functional teams; support data quality and version control.
- Build models and analyses that support energy strategy, capital planning, and cost/benchmarking decisions.
Program Management & Coordination
- Track initiative intake, status, risks, and dependencies across the Energy portfolio and keep trackers current.
- Partner with Energy Strategy, Analytics, Operations, Finance, Procurement, and Development teams to collect inputs and align on timelines.
Continuous Improvement
- Help improve planning tools, templates, and processes to increase speed, transparency, and accountability.
- Other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need to Be Successful

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
2+ years of experience in analytics, business operations, program coordination, strategy support, or a related field.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to organize data and build clear, executive-ready materials.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Nice to Have

Experience supporting OKRs/KPIs, business reviews, or planning cadences.
Power BI or similar data-visualization / BI tools.
Exposure to energy, utilities, power, infrastructure, or large-scale data center / service-provider environments.

Other Key Skills

Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to juggle competing priorities and deadlines.
Ability to work in a fast-growing, dynamic, and often ambiguous environment.
Unwavering commitment to customer service and QTS core values (Integrity, Character, Trust; Action, Innovation, Accountability; Team).

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action.

We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

The 'Know Your Rights' Poster is included here: Know Your Rights (English) Know Your Rights (Spanish)

The pay transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

It's exhilarating to find yourself at a pivotal moment in history - and even more so to be leading the way.

At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today's dynamic digital transformation. Our world-class data centers empower our customers' most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure. As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader. We are committed to connecting the globe for good. Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide.

In addition to our cutting-edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals. At QTS, we are Powered by People.

Our team members are the cornerstone of our culture, innovation, and growth. They are mission-driven, resourceful, and committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. Together, we’re achieving remarkable things and shaping the future of digital infrastructure. And we’d like to invite you to join us.

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