Development Program Manager (Data Center Construction)

QTS Realty Trust; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Parental Leave

Paid Volunteer and Floating days

Tuition Assistance

Scholarship for dependents

Job summary

QTS Realty Trust in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a Development Program Manager (Data Center Construction) to lead design, pre-construction and construction activities on a given project. You will interact with Facilities, Contractors, Designers, Engineers, and Operations staff and communicate updates clearly.

This role requires a Bachelor's in Science/Engineering or equivalent, 8+ years in commercial construction, proficiency with PowerPoint and Excel, and travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or engineering or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years in commercial construction, including Lump Sum, CMAR, and Design-Build delivery.
• Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel for executive updates and budgets.
• Willing to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple campus projects with budgets, schedules, and status reports.
• Create monthly updates for executive reviews.
• Develop master development program and capital budget with teams.
• Manage entitlements and permitting for sites.
• Review and approve monthly pay apps and change orders.
• Collaborate with Sales Engineers and Product teams on deals.

Skills

Program management

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Travel up to 50%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

MS Office Suite

Job description

Who we are:

As a global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds and operates advanced data centers that support strategic AI, cloud and digital transformation initiatives. We are driven by a mission to connect the world for good and our people make it possible. Every single day, the creativity, dedication and genuine care for our communities are what push us forward and make this a truly special place to be. Who we are: It's pretty exciting to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It’s even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our customers’ most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation. As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world’s most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone. QTS is Powered by People. People who play a vital role in our company’s culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission driven. Together, we do great things.

Who You Are and the Impact You Will Have:

The Development Program Manager (Data Center Construction) is primarily responsible for leading and managing the design, pre-construction and construction activities on a given project. The Program Manager (Data Center Construction) will interact on a daily basis with Facilities, Contractors, Designers, Engineers, Commissioning Agents, Vendors, and Data Center Operations staff and should have both written and oral communication skills commensurate with this level of regular communication.

What You Will Do:

• Manage multiple projects on a campus(es) and maintain updated budgets, schedules, and status reports for each


• Create and communicate updates on development program & project status on a monthly basis suitable for executive level reviews.


• Effectively present information in a manner to support efficient decision making


• Work with QTS stakeholders, design, and construction teams to create a master development program for site(s), including a complete campus design solution and capital budget.


• Manage entitlement and permitting needs for each assigned site project(s)


• Implement and manage multi-phased site development plans to achieve time, budget, and quality standards in a predictable fashion.


• Continuously update a campus master plan to provide predictable statistics in a dynamic environment


• Write scopes of work for design, construction, commissioning services & participate in procurement and project cost estimates


• Evaluate and level pricing proposals for design, construction, and commissioning services


• Work closely with strategic procurement team on equipment procurement and delivery process


• Ensure appropriate submittals are coordinated with site stakeholders


• Monitor & create project budget/cost-to-date against overall project budget.


• Establish project schedules and manage teams to on-time completion


• Review and approve monthly pay applications from the contractors


• Review change order requests from contractors and negotiate pricing


• Establish site construction security procedures in conjunction with site security team


• Develop plans for product deployment and review/communicate plans with QTS staff involved


• Collaborate with Sales Engineers and Product teams to aid in custom deal solutioning for prospective clients within the applicable schedule and budget for an assigned location.


• Establish and maintain relationships serving as liaison with key QTS stakeholders


• Represent QTS interests as leader in OAC meetings


• Create & build relationships that enhance QTS's ability to be a leader in creating the World's Most Valuable Data Center Real Estate


• Aid in due diligence efforts for potential new sites on an as-needed basis


• Work with the internal development team to enhance project management processes and protocols

What You Will Need to be Successful (basic qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering or equivalent professional experience


• Eight or more years of professional experience in commercial construction practices and procedures, including management of Lump Sum, Construction Management at Risk, and Design Build project delivery methods from conceptual development through procurement to close out


• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, specifically PowerPoint for use in communicating program updates to executive level, and Excel to create and maintain site program & individual project budgets


• Be able to travel up to 50% of the time

Other Key Skills:

• MBA, Masters in Engineering, Management, or related field desirable


• Experience with delivery of mission critical data center facilities


• Extensive experience with management of MEP trades

The Perks (and these are just a few!):

• Q-Rest Sabbatical


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


• QTS scholarship for dependents


• Eagle Club Award Trip Eligibility


• Paid Volunteer and Floating days


• Tuition Assistance


• Parental Leave and Military Leave Assistance

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.

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