Director, Development (Data Center Construction)

QTS Data Centers; Salem (PA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Q‑Rest Sabbatical

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

QTS scholarship for dependents

Paid volunteer and floating days

Tuition assistance

Generous PTO and paid volunteer days

401(k) matching with immediate vesting

Bonus or commission eligibility

Wellness program

Job summary

QTS Data Centers is looking for a Director of Development (Data Center Construction) to manage customer deployment projects across all locations. The ideal candidate will ensure project delivery aligns with client objectives and timelines while coordinating with various teams.

This role requires strong leadership skills, a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field, and significant experience in managing large-scale data center projects. The position includes multiple benefits such as a generous PTO policy, tuition assistance, and employee stock purchase options.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of progressive responsibility in the development of mission critical facilities.
• Five or more years of responsibility for data center project construction.
• Ability to travel as needed for the business.

Responsibilities

• Manage the customer deployment project delivery for each sold deal.
• Coordinate with the QTS Property Development team.
• Drive effective client relationship management and efficient cost management.

Skills

Project management

Construction Health & Safety

Customer Deployment Technologies

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability in high-growth environments

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or Architecture

Job description

QTS Data Centers is seeking a Director of Development (Data Center Construction) to oversee customer deployment projects across all locations, acting as the primary liaison between the Sales, Operations, Property Development, and customer teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage the customer deployment project delivery for each sold deal within each QTS location.
• Coordinate with the QTS Property Development team and supporting specialty consultants to support customers’ design needs, pricing, approvals, and implementation of specific deployment scopes.
• Manage the delivery of these projects, aligning clients’ objectives, business processes, vendor management strategies, and cross‑group collaboration efforts across the QTS organization.
• Drive effective client relationship management and efficient cost management, with the ultimate goal of delivering the project on time and on budget.
• Serve as a single contact for federal sales support on potential secured deals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or professional licenses in Construction Management, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or Architecture.
• Ten or more years of progressive responsibility in the development of mission critical facilities.
• Five or more years of responsibility for data center project construction with large‑scale data centers or DC lease providers.
• Ability to travel as needed for the business.

Key Skills

• Experience managing multiple large, multi‑faceted projects.
• Experience with Construction Health & Safety knowledge.
• Experience with Customer Deployment Technologies and Equipment; RCDD a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage deadlines and support staff.
• Ability to influence cross‑discipline teams.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations at a high‑growth company.

Benefits

• 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
• Generous PTO, paid volunteer days, and floating holidays
• Roth and traditional 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Bonus or commission eligibility for all employees
• Pet and legal insurance
• 11 paid holidays annually with holiday compensation when worked
• Q‑TS charitable matching gift program
• Q‑TS crisis fund
• Wellness program

Equal Employment Opportunity

We conform to all 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; 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, 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 email [e-mail].