Senior Development Project Engineer (Data Center Construction)

QTS Realty Trust; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

QTS Realty Trust in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a Senior Development Project Engineer (Data Center Construction). You will support development leadership and project managers on multiple campus projects, maintaining budgets, schedules, and status reports for executive reviews.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management and 5+ years in commercial construction, including delivery methods such as Design Build and CM at Risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management field 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist Development leadership and Project Manager with day to day activities and responsibilities.
• Assist with multiple projects on a campus(es) and maintain updated budgets, schedules, and status reports for each.
• Assist with updates on development program & project status on a monthly basis suitable for executive level reviews.
• Work with stakeholders, design, and construction teams to develop campus design solutions and capital budgets.
• Assist with entitlement and permitting needs for each site project(s).
• Assist with 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.
• Monitor project budget / cost-to-date against overall project budget; review schedules and manage teams to on-time completion.
• Review change order requests and negotiate pricing; establish site construction security procedures with site security team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Excel

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 & the Impact You Will Have:The Senior Development Project Engineer (Data Center Construction) is primarily responsible for assisting with the design, preconstruction and construction activities on a given project(s). The Senior Development Project Engineer (Data Center Construction) will interact on a daily basis with Facilities, Contractors, Designers, Engineers, Commissioning Agents, Vendors, and Data Center Operations & Corporate real estate staff and should have both written and oral communication skills commensurate with this level of regular communication.What You Will Do:Assist Development leadership and Project Manager with day to day activities and responsibilitiesAssist with multiple projects on a campus(es) and maintain updated budgets, schedules, and status reports for eachAssist with updates on development program & project status on a monthly basis suitable for executive level reviews.Work with QTS stakeholders, design, and construction teams to help with master development program for site(s), including a complete campus design solution and capital budget.Assist with entitlement and permitting needs for each assigned site project(s)Assist with scopes of work for design, construction, commissioning services & participate in procurement and project cost estimatesEvaluate and level pricing proposals for design, construction, and commissioning servicesWork closely with strategic procurement team on equipment procurement and delivery processEnsure appropriate submittals are coordinated with site stakeholdersAssist with monitoring project budget / cost-to-date against overall project budget.Review project schedules and manage teams to on-time completionReview change order requests from contractors and negotiate pricingAssist with establishing site construction security procedures in conjunction with site security teamEstablish and maintain relationships serving as liaison with key QTS stakeholdersRepresent QTS Interests in OAC meetingsCreate & build relationships that enhance QTS’s ability to be a leader in creating the World’s Most Valuable Data Center Real EstateAid in due diligence efforts on an as-needed basis by participating with real estate efforts on potential or new land banks and properties, including: Evaluate opportunities to design & build new data centers by working with key stakeholders: Corporate Real Estate, Connectivity, Power & Construction teams.Assist with establishing and monitoring entitlement and permit processes for individual projects as neededWork with the internal development team to enhance project management processes and protocolsWhat You Will Need to be Successful (basic qualifications):Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management field or equivalent professional experienceFive 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 outExperience 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 budgetsOther Key Skills:Prior experience in mission critical data center facilitiesExperience with management of MEP tradesExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with all levels of the organizationMust be a 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 levelStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyThe Perks (and these are just a few!):Q-Rest SabbaticalEmployee Stock Purchase PlanQTS scholarship for dependentsEagle Club Award Trip EligibilityPaid Volunteer and Floating daysTuition Assistance, Parental Leave and Military Leave AssistanceWe 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.The \"Know Your Rights\" Poster is included here:Know Your Rights (English)Know Your Rights (Spanish)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.