Senior Utility Asset & Substation Manager

QTS Realty Trust; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus eligibility

Generous PTO

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Holidays

Insurance options

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

QTS Realty Trust is seeking a Manager of Utility Asset Management to lead regional programs ensuring safe, reliable operation of high‑voltage utility assets across QTS data centers. You will collaborate with Facilities Operations, Engineering, OSC, and external vendors to drive maintenance governance and successful turnover of substations.

The role emphasizes program development, governance, and lifecycle strategies, with focus on safety, reliability, and cost-effective asset management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Energy Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum seven (7) years of experience in utility operations, utility asset management, power generation, transmission, distribution, renewable energy, or related industries.
• Minimum five (5) years of direct experience supporting the operation, maintenance, commissioning, engineering, construction, or asset management of high-voltage substations operating at 69kV or greater.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational readiness and turnover activities for utility infrastructure transitioning into operations.
• Develop and maintain utility operations, maintenance, and governance programs that support safe and reliable asset performance.
• Manage third-party operations and maintenance providers, including contract administration, vendor qualification, performance management, and service-level compliance.
• Develop and oversee utility training and workforce qualification programs.
• Partner with Facilities Operations, Engineering, Utility Development, EHS, Procurement, and external partners to support operational objectives.
• Support asset reliability, maintenance planning, lifecycle management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor operational performance metrics and drive corrective actions to improve safety, reliability, and availability.
• Provide subject matter expertise related to high-voltage utility operations, maintenance, and asset management practices.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning efforts associated with utility operations and maintenance programs.

Skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Energy Management, or a related technical discipline

Tools

ServiceNow

CMMS

Enterprise asset management

Job description

QTS Realty Trust is seeking a Manager of Utility Asset Management to lead regional programs ensuring safe, reliable operation of high‑voltage utility assets across QTS data centers. You will collaborate with Facilities Operations, Engineering, OSC, and external vendors to drive maintenance governance and successful turnover of substations.

The role emphasizes program development, governance, and lifecycle strategies, with focus on safety, reliability, and cost-effective asset management.