Utility Development Project Manager

QTS Realty Trust; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

QTS Realty Trust is seeking an Utility Development Project Manager in Irving, TX to plan and execute utility infrastructure for data center campuses. You will interface with energy leaders, developers, and operations to deliver substation capacity and utility build projects on time and within budget.

The role requires coordinating schedules, budgets, procurement, and cost estimates while traveling up to 50% as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction, or equivalent professional experience.
• Four or more years of medium/high voltage construction management.
• Four or more years or more years’ experience running multiple projects at the same time or related professional experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, specifically PowerPoint for use in communicating program updates to executive level, and Excel to create and maintain project budgets.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with partners and consultants on electrical substation design and construction.
• Establish project schedules and report on milestones for utility projects.
• Establish budgets and cost forecasting of utility projects, including construction and equipment.
• Procure substation long lead equipment, transformers, HV breakers, and MV switchgear.
• Procure and manage construction of several substation sites.
• Deliver utility projects on-schedule, on-budget, and as-scoped.
• Track and report on status and schedule of power delivery timelines.
• Write scopes of work for utility design, construction, commissioning services; participate in procurement and project cost estimates.
• Evaluate and level pricing proposals for design, construction, and commissioning services.
• Review and approve monthly pay applications from the contractors.
• Review change order requests from contractors and negotiate pricing.

Skills

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Deadline management

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

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.The Utility Development Project Manager will support the overall planning and execution of QTS utility infrastructure. This role will support the delivery of utility capacity at each campus for data center substation and utility build projects. This role will interface and collaborate with many critical stakeholders, including but not limited to energy leaders responsible for utility contracts and negotiations; utility engagement developing relationships with utilities; pre-development leads evaluating new properties; operations leaders managing load growth projections; and development team project leaders planning and building new data centers.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Other duties may be assigned.Liaise with partners and consultants related to electrical substation design and construction.Establish project schedules and report on milestones for utility projects.Establish budgets and cost forecasting of utility projects, including construction and equipment.Procure substation long lead equipment, transformers, HV breakers, and MV switchgear.Procure and manage construction of several substation sites.Deliver utility projects on-schedule, on-budget, and as-scoped.Track and report on status and schedule of power delivery timelines.Write scopes of work for utility design, construction, commissioning services & participate in procurement and project cost estimates.Evaluate and level pricing proposals for design, construction, and commissioning services.Review and approve monthly pay applications from the contractors.Review change order requests from contractors and negotiate pricing.BASIC QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction, or equivalent professional experience.Four or more years of medium/high voltage construction management.Four or more years or more years’ experience running multiple projects at the same time or related professional experience.Experience with Microsoft Office suite, specifically PowerPoint for use in communicating program updates to executive level, and Excel to create and maintain project budgets.Be able to travel up to 50% of the time or as needed to support projects.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSSeven plus years of electrical substation constructionKnowledge of substation industry partners and transformer manufacturersTechnical expertise in High and Medium Voltage Electrical Design or ConstructionExperience managing large portfolio of work.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESDemonstrated experience working directly with executives and collaborating effectively across all levels of the organization.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.Ability to prioritize, multitask, and deliver high quality work in tight timeframes.TOTAL REWARDSThis 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 role is bonus eligible and may be eligible for equity.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.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.