Asset Manager - Data Center Portfolio

QTS Data Centers; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus eligibility

Generous paid time off

Stock Purchase Plan

11 paid holidays

Parental leave

Military benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Volunteer days

Scholarship for dependents

Job summary

QTS Data Centers is seeking an experienced Asset Manager to lead a designated portfolio of data‑center assets and drive long‑term value creation. You will build asset‑level models, support financing initiatives, and collaborate across Development, Operations, and Accounting to ensure accurate reporting and budgeting.

You will leverage underwriting tools from Investments and Capital Markets, report on budgets and variances, and help optimize pricing, leasing, and capital allocation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or related field.
• Seven+ years of finance/real‑estate experience with asset management and financing exposure.
• Proven track record with joint ventures and investor relations.
• Expertise in real‑estate operations, budgeting, reporting, and accounting.

Responsibilities

• Own a designated portfolio of assets and provide asset‑level expertise.
• Maintain asset‑level models and financial tools to support decision‑making.
• Leverage underwriting models from Investments and Capital Markets.
• Liaise with Development, Operations, and Accounting to track spend and reporting.
• Partner with Property Development to report budgets and variances.
• Partner with Facility Management to report operating details and leasing pipeline.
• Collaborate with Pricing and Sales to manage churn and pricing strategies.
• Support reporting for banks and lenders and respond to ad‑hoc requests.
• Work with leadership for reporting requirements and asset‑level needs.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Multi‑tasking

Self‑starter

Argus knowledge

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/Real Estate

Tools

Argus Enterprise

Excel

Job description

About QTS Data Centers

QTS Data Centers is a leading global provider of digital infrastructure, supporting clients with advanced data centers and cloud technology.

Benefits

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Bonus or commission eligible
• Generous paid time off, paid volunteer days, and floating holidays
• Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
• 11 paid holidays annually (holiday compensation when worked)
• Pet and legal insurance
• Q‑Rest Sabbatical Program
• Q‑Anniversary Service Award Program
• Parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers
• Military benefits package
• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
• QTS Scholarship for employee dependents
• QTS Crisis Fund
• Wellness program
• Tuition reimbursement program

Position Overview

The Asset Manager will play an integral role in asset management and the strategic, long‑term strategy of QTS. The role supports growth by collaborating across multiple departments, enhancing strategic insights, capital allocation decisions, financing initiatives, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assume ownership and responsibility for a designated portfolio of assets, ensuring expertise in both assets and region.
• Maintain forward‑looking asset‑level models and other financial tools to support decision‑making and enhance value creation.
• Leverage underwriting models from Investments and Capital Markets teams to support ongoing asset‑level financing initiatives.
• Serve as a liaison among Development, Operations, and Accounting to track and report capital spend and operating details at project and asset level.
• Partner with Property Development teams to support in‑depth reporting on development plans and schedules, including project budgets and key variances.
• Partner with Facility Management teams to report full operating details at asset level, including inventory tracking, leasing pipeline, operating budget variances, and benchmarking.
• Collaborate with Pricing and Sales teams to manage tenant churn, develop strategic perspective on inventory, ensure efficient pricing, and monitor lease‑up processes.
• Support financial reporting and tracking for bank and lender compliance and loan draws.
• Work closely with Blackstone’s leadership team for reporting requirements and ad‑hoc requests to meet asset‑level stakeholder needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or a related field.
• Seven or more years of finance and/or real‑estate experience, including at least three years of asset management experience with asset‑level financing, asset recycling, or real‑estate management.
• Proven track record managing joint ventures and fostering relationships with external investors.
• Expertise in general real‑estate principles, including operations, analysis, budgeting, financial reporting, and general accounting.

Preferred

• Experience working with private‑equity sponsors.
• Knowledge of data center sales and lease structuring.
• Argus Enterprise and Excel proficiency.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical skills and ability to collect, analyze information, solve problems, and make data‑based decisions.
• Effective communication of complex issues, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and listening skills to build relationships across all management levels and cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to multi‑task while maintaining accuracy and quality.
• Self‑starter who thrives in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities and deadlines.
• Knowledge of Argus preferred.
• Modest travel required.

Total Rewards

This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program and other company benefits. This position is bonus eligible.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We conform to all laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. 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, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information & testing, family and medical leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

Reasonable Accommodation

QTS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please email [e-mail].