Development Project Manager (Retrofit Data Center Construction)

QTS Realty Trust

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Q‑Rest Sabbatical

Tuition Assistance

Generous PTO

Parental Leave

Job summary

QTS Realty Trust is seeking a Development Project Manager (Retrofit Data Center Construction) responsible for leading design and construction activities. You will manage multiple projects, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure timely project completion while maintaining budgets.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial construction practices and a degree in Science or Engineering.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in commercial construction management.
Ability to manage multiple projects and budgets.
Experience with mission-critical data centers is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage design and construction activities.
Create and maintain project budgets and schedules.
Collaborate with various teams for project success.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Budget management

Construction practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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:

The Development Project Manager (Retrofit Data Center Construction) is primarily responsible for leading and managing the design, preconstruction and construction activities on a given project(s). The Project Manager (Retrofit 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 base-build 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. Five or more years of professional experience in commercial construction practices and procedures, including management of Lump Sum, Construction Management @ 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 25% 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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Pay Transparency

The pay transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted 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 talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

About QTS

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.

Additional Benefits

In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees: