Senior Investments Manager - Data Center Portfolio

QTS Realty Trust; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A leading data center company in Duluth, GA is seeking a Senior Investments Manager to manage investment opportunities and create financial models. The role requires 7+ years of experience in a financial environment, proficiency in Excel, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include managing due diligence processes, conducting market research, and supporting strategic decisions. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a financial environment, focusing on value creation.
• Solid proficiency in Excel and financial modeling techniques.
• Experience in fast-paced, high-growth data center markets is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage diligence processes for new investment opportunities.
• Develop and own financial models for acquisitions and dispositions.
• Research market data to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze property-level information including operating statements and leases.
• Coordinate due diligence and closing processes with internal and external teams.
• Lead calls with internal and external stakeholders; communicate results clearly.
• Develop market research and economic forecasts to inform decisions.
• Support management with financial drivers and strategic insights.

Skills

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Project management

Market research

Communication

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or Mathematics

MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Argus Enterprise

Adaptive Insights

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Investments Manager - Data Center Portfolio page is loaded## Senior Investments Manager - Data Center Portfoliolocations: Duluth, GAposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R2026-0585**Who We Are:**It's 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 **Senior Investments Manager** will be responsible for managing and owning the diligence process for new investment opportunities at QTS: * Manage processes internally for investments group to ensure timely and accurate response* Build better systems for tracking deals, contacts and information across the organization for real estate investment optimization* Development and ownership of financial models to support the company acquisitions, financings (joint-venture, equity initiatives, etc.), land, asset and operating company acquisitions/dispositions* Assist in managing projects from identification through completion, including coordination of due diligence teams and model underwriting* Research market data and costs information to drive the most meaningful decision analytics for senior management* Project management of financial items through these transactions* Management of P&L to closing documents* Cross-team coordination both pre and post-closing* The role requires keen skills in the area of real estate, financial, modeling, and technology, along with the ability to lead through influence and communicate with an executive team.**What You Will Do:**• Create and utilize corporate financial models in Microsoft Excel. • Understanding of Argus Enterprise software to analyze and underwrite datacenter properties. • The writing and preparation of investment materials such as investment memorandums, presentations, and proposals. • Analyze and interpret property level information including historical operating statements, budgets, CAM reconciliations, leases, loan agreements, etc. • Lead calls and meetings with key internal and external constituents. Individuals should be able to effectively communicate and respond to sometimes complex questions and inquiries. • Research and report on various markets and assets on specific assignments, in the course of continuing to expand market knowledge, and for general business development purposes. • Provide advice on economic impact of new conditions and develop economic forecasts and drive business insights. • Systematically track, compile, and interpret various sources of data related to the group’s business. • Analyze business problems, and compile, analyze, and report data as part of economic impact research and analysis based on new and existing econometric data. • Collaborate as independent contributor with cross-functional teams to implement strategies across a product or market. • Conduct research, prepare reports, and analyze economic data to develop and shape business strategies. • Based on the results of the research, develop strategies for managing products or markets and devise and manage business development strategies in order to maximize returns and increase efficiency. • Coordinate the due diligence and closing process for transactions under contract, working with internal and third parties to analyze information and research financing and operating issues relevant to each transaction. • Work effectively in a team environment, assuming all tasks as needed. • Assist in the development of financial models for new assets, products and corporate initiatives, which include supporting management of the market or product pipeline. • Use a thorough understanding of GAAP and finance theory to help business partners understand the financial implications of potential business decisions. • Partner with business leaders to ensure that they understand the financial drivers inherent in those plans. • Analyze actual vs. forecast performance, with an emphasis on understanding and communicating how the company will meet its financial commitments. • Clearly and concisely communicate expected and actual financial results and the activities underlying those results. • Identify, analyze, communicate and provide suggested solutions to resolve financial issues which impact business objectives. • Evaluate the net present value and other operating metrics for capital investments in product development and other sources of growth. • Leverage information systems to increase efficiency and effectiveness of forecasting and analysis.**What You Will Need to be Successful:**• Bachelor’s degree preferably with a concentration in Finance, Economics, Accounting or Mathematics or equivalent professional experience. • 7 or more years of working experience in a collaborative financial environment (banking, real estate, etc.) focused on driving bottom line value-creation through strategic thinking in a time-sensitive manner. • Solid proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel. • Solid experience creating financial models using WACC, NPV, IRR and ROI. • Advanced proficiency with analytical and financial modeling tools such as Microsoft Excel • Ability to build comprehensive financial models including integrated income statement, balance sheet and cash flow statement • Ability to efficiently synthesize large amounts of data and derive appropriate conclusions**Nice to Have:**• Masters of Business Administration or equivalent• Experience with Workday, Salesforce, Adaptive Insights and Office Cx. • Experience in fast-paced, high-growth Data Center markets. • Experience providing financial and analytical support to a development organization.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities You Will Need:**• Ideal candidates will have a proven history of being extremely self-motivated, highly organized and open communicators who are eager to work in a fast-paced client focused entrepreneurial environment with limited formal structure. • Ability to organize, interpret, and draw appropriate conclusions from large volumes of data and to creatively present the information in a manner that enables non-financial managers to easily understand the information. • High attention to detail and accuracy. • Excellent written and oral communication skills. • Enthusiastic attitude in a team environment and ability to work independently. • Positive, flexible outlook.**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.This position is Bonus eligible.#LI-SM1We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. 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