Interior Design Associate Project Manager

QTS Realty Trust; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Volunteer days

Wellness program

Equity/bonus eligible

Scholarship for dependents

Job summary

QTS Data Centers seeks an experienced Interior Design / Project Manager to lead interior programs across several campuses. You will collaborate with design, construction, and FF&E teams to drive schedules, budgets, and quality, while guiding processes and tracking progress for executive reviews.

The role requires 3+ years in commercial construction/interior design with proficiency in Bluebeam, Smartsheet, Revit, and AutoCAD, plus up to 50% travel and US citizenship for federal contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Engineering, Architecture or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years in commercial construction/interior design and project delivery from concept to close-out.
• Experience with Bluebeam, MS Office and Smartsheet for tracking updates.

Responsibilities

• Manage multi-phased interior and exterior start-up and upgrade projects across multiple campuses.
• Support Interior Design Project Managers on complex projects.
• Coordinate with design, construction, and FF&E vendors to implement standardized interiors programs.
• Prepare scopes of work and sketches for design, construction, furniture, AV, and services.
• Oversee on-site activities like pre-installation verification and punch walks; track issues to close.
• Provide regular executive-level updates on design and construction status.
• Review invoices, pay apps, and change orders; assist with funding coordination.
• Represent QTS in design and OAC meetings; improve project management processes.

Skills

Interior design

Project management

Bluebeam

Smartsheet

Revit

AutoCAD

Punch lists

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design/Engineering/Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Smartsheet

PowerPoint

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes the following. Other duties may be assigned. Manage concurrent multi-phased interior and exterior start-up and upgrade projects (e.g. office) on several campuses to achieve schedule, budget, and quality standards in a predictable fashion. Support Interior Design Project Managers on complex projects. Support and guide lower position for processes, program platforms and project tracking/management tools. Collaborate with QTS design, construction, and FF&E consultants and vendors to implement the standardized corporate interiors program for new greenfield data center developments and renovations of existing facilities. Write scopes of work and sketch concepts for design, construction, furniture, audio/visual, & artistic services enabling procurement and project cost estimates. Support on-site activities, such as pre-installation verification, architectural punch walks, FF&E install activities, and post-installation FF&E punch walks; track punch issues for timely closeout. Create and communicate updates on interior design and construction status on a regular basis suitable for executive-level reviews. Ensure appropriate interior and architectural submittals are coordinated with vendors and internal stakeholders. Review and approve monthly invoices and pay applications. Review change order requests from vendors and contractors and negotiate pricing, coordinating with Development PMs; collaborate with Development Capital team to source appropriate funding. Represent QTS interests as participant in design & OAC weekly meetings (may lead weekly discussions, where applicable). Work with the internal Development team to enhance project management processes and protocols. Create & build relationships that enhance QTS’s ability to be the leader in creating the World’s Most Valuable Data Center Real Estate.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Engineering, Architecture or equivalent professional experience. A combination of three or more years of intern or professional experience in commercial construction/interior design practices and procedures, and project delivery methods from conceptual development through procurement to close out. Experience with Bluebeam, Microsoft Office suite, Power Point specifically Smartsheet for tracking and producing project updates to executive level. Revit and AutoCAD experience preferred. Travel estimated at 50%. US Citizenship for this position is required by law due to federal customer contract.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of architectural modeling and drafting software.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of interior design principles, commercial construction practices, and project delivery methods from concept through closeout. Understanding of design and construction documentation, including scopes of work, punch lists, submittals, and change orders. Familiarity with building codes, ADA requirements, and workplace standards for office and data center environments. Working knowledge of project budgeting, cost estimating, invoicing, and procurement processes. Proficient in tracking project schedules, budgets, and punch lists to ensure timely and quality execution. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information to executive and non-technical audiences. Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple campuses and collaborate with diverse internal and external teams. Ability to work independently with limited oversight while maintaining strong attention to detail. Ability to maintain flexibility in a dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and timelines.

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.

• 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
• other company benefits

This role is bonus eligible and may be eligible for equity.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND NON-DISCRIMINATION

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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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 [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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. In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees: Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting Every employee is bonus or commission eligible Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus 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

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
• Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus 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