Development Project Manager – Q-Systems

QTS Data Centers; West (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching

Bonus or commission eligibility

Generous PTO

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

11 paid holidays

Pet and legal insurance

Q‑Rest Sabbatical

Q‑Anniversary Service Award

Parental leave

Military benefits

Charitable Matching Gift Program

Scholarship for dependents

Crisis Fund

Wellness Program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

QTS Data Centers in Texas seeks a Development Project Manager (Q-Systems: Security) to lead security design, pre-construction, and construction activity across multiple campuses. You will coordinate with installation contractors, design consultants, and operations teams to keep projects on time and within budget.

The role requires a bachelor’s in technology/engineering, 4–8 years of experience in security or network infrastructure, and willingness to travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technology, Science or Engineering or equivalent professional experience.
• 4–8 years of professional experience in technology systems—security, and/or network infrastructure design and/or implementation.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• Be able to travel up to 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects on multiple campuses and oversee design/implementation budgets, schedules, and status reports for each.
• Review project design to ensure compliance with QTS system standards and Basis of Design documents.
• Review system installation to ensure compliance with system design.
• Oversee commissioning efforts to confirm systems operate in compliance with QTS system standards, Basis of Design, and design documents.
• Implement and manage multi‑phased site development plans to achieve time, budget, and quality standards in a predictable fashion.
• Evaluate and level pricing proposals for technology design, construction, and commissioning services.
• Monitor and track project schedules and manage teams to on‑time completion.
• Identify schedule/implementation obstacles and proactively remove obstacles that are detrimental to project schedules.
• Establish and maintain relationships serving as liaison with key QTS stakeholders.
• Represent QTS interests as leader in OAC and low voltage meetings.
• Work with the internal development team to enhance project management processes and protocols.
• Develop relationships with QTS Facility Operations and Technology teams to understand their needs and deliver technologies that support facility operation needs.

Skills

Project management

Security systems

Network infrastructure

Communication skills

Leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Technology/Science/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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, designing, building, and operating 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.

Who We Are

QTS is 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.

Who You Are & The Impact You Will Have

The Development Project Manager (Q-Systems: Security) is primarily responsible for leading and managing Q-Systems Security design, pre‑construction, and construction activities on multiple projects. The Project Manager will interact daily with Installation Contractors, Design Consultants, Design 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 projects on multiple campuses and oversee design/implementation budgets, schedules, and status reports for each.
• Review project design to ensure compliance with QTS system standards and Basis of Design documents.
• Review system installation to ensure compliance with system design.
• Oversee commissioning efforts to confirm systems operate in compliance with QTS system standards, Basis of Design, and design documents.
• 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.
• Evaluate and level pricing proposals for technology design, construction, and commissioning services.
• Monitor and track project schedules and manage teams to on‑time completion.
• Identify schedule/implementation obstacles and proactively remove obstacles that are detrimental to project schedules.
• Establish and maintain relationships serving as liaison with key QTS stakeholders.
• Represent QTS interests as leader in OAC and low voltage meetings.
• Work with the internal development team to enhance project management processes and protocols.
• Develop relationships with QTS Facility Operations and Technology teams to understand their needs and deliver technologies that support facility operation needs.

What You Will Need To Be Successful (basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Technology, Science or Engineering or equivalent professional experience.
• 4‑8 years of professional experience in technology systems—security, and/or network infrastructure design and/or implementation.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• Be able to travel up to 50% of the time. Average travel anticipated to be every other week for 2‑3 days.
• US Citizenship is required by law due to federal customer contracts.

Other Key Skills

• Direct experience in the construction of data centers, critical medical, industrial, construction, oil and gas, or large‑scale technology systems.
• Strong knowledge of technology industry standards, procedures, and methodologies.
• Advanced knowledge of technology systems and their integration into mission‑critical environments.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical issues to leadership or non‑engineers.
• Project Management or Project Lead experience in large‑scale projects.
• Basic multidisciplinary knowledge of mission‑critical systems, design process, pre‑construction requirements, and the construction process.
• Manage implementation contractors.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with all levels of the organization.
• Capable, proven team player that both fosters and operates well within internal and external team environments.
• Able to solve problems at a tactical and functional level.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

The Perks (and these are just a few!)

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting.
• Bonus or commission eligibility for every employee.
• Generous PTO, paid volunteer days, and floating holidays.
• Employee 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.

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.

QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.