Vice President, Enterprise Programs

QTS Data Centers; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 220,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Bonus eligibility

Generous PTO

Stock Purchase Plan

11 paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

QTS Data Centers seeks a seasoned VP, Enterprise Program Office to align strategy with execution, govern portfolios, and drive transformation across global data centers. You will coach PMs, establish governance standards, and ensure transparency, accountability, and measurable results at scale.

You will build capabilities, standardize processes, and partner with executives to accelerate growth while maintaining operational excellence in a fast-paced digital infrastructure environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Engineering, Operations, or a related field
• 13+ years of progressive leadership experience, including 10+ years in enterprise program/portfolio management, PMO leadership, strategic execution, transformation, or related disciplines, with a proven track record leading complex, cross-functional initiatives
• Proven experience building or leading an Enterprise PMO, Transformation Office, or similar function, and directly leading complex, cross-functional programs with executive teams to deliver business outcomes
• Proven success building scalable PMO standards, institutionalizing program methodologies, governance, and executive reporting that raise delivery maturity
• Experience leading program teams on large-scale transformation initiatives and aligning senior leaders without direct authority
• Experience building and leading high-performing teams and developing future leaders

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a high-performing Enterprise Program Office (EPO) that owns portfolio and program management for the organization’s highest-priority strategic and transformational initiatives.
• Lead prioritization, planning, and portfolio reviews with executive leaders to weigh competing demands, align resources and capacity, and focus effort on the initiatives with the greatest strategic value.
• Directly lead and oversee critical cross-functional programs and work with executive sponsors, business and technology leaders to set delivery strategies, governance, integrated plans, and success measures.
• Run disciplined program management across planning, dependency and risk management, issue resolution, stakeholder engagement, change coordination, and benefits realization.
• Held teams accountable for delivery outcomes, act as the escalation point for complex initiatives, and remove barriers to execution.
• Set up and maintain a central repository tool for tracking & reporting on initiatives. Deliver consistent reporting that provides leaders with clear visibility into project plans, milestones, status, risks, dependencies, and business outcomes.
• Define and implement enterprise standards, methods, templates, and best practices for program and portfolio management to make delivery more predictable, transparent, and consistent.
• Coach program managers and initiative leaders, assess the organization’s program management maturity, and build a lasting capability across the business.
• Champion a culture of strong execution and continuous improvement across business and technology teams that supports cohesive, enterprise-wide progress.

Skills

Executive Influence & Relationship Bld

Enterprise Program & Portfolio Mgmt

Program Management Excellence

Governance & Decision Support

Talent Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Engineering, Operations, or a related field

MBA or other advanced graduate degree

Job description

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
QTS - Powered By People

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.

Vice President, Enterprise Program Office (EPO)

The Vice President, Enterprise Program Office (EPO) is a senior executive responsible for advancing enterprise-wide execution of the company’s most critical strategic and transformational priorities. As the leader of the EPO, you will drive portfolio visibility, governance, direct program leadership, execution excellence, and organizational alignment across the business.

What You Will Do: (Job Responsibilities)

Enterprise Portfolio, Program & Execution Leadership

• Build and lead a high-performing Enterprise Program Office (EPO) that owns portfolio and program management for the organization’s highest-priority strategic and transformational initiatives.
• Lead prioritization, planning, and portfolio reviews with executive leaders to weigh competing demands, align resources and capacity, and focus effort on the initiatives with the greatest strategic value.
• Directly lead and oversee critical cross-functional programs and work with executive sponsors, business and technology leaders to set delivery strategies, governance, integrated plans, and success measures.
• Run disciplined program management across planning, dependency and risk management, issue resolution, stakeholder engagement, change coordination, and benefits realization.
• Hold teams accountable for delivery outcomes, act as the escalation point for complex initiatives, and remove barriers to execution.
• Set up and maintain a central repository tool for tracking & reporting on initiatives. Deliver consistent reporting that provides leaders with clear visibility into project plans, milestones, status, risks, dependencies, and business outcomes.
• Define and implement enterprise standards, methods, templates, and best practices for program and portfolio management to make delivery more predictable, transparent, and consistent.
• Coach program managers and initiative leaders, assess the organization’s program management maturity, and build a lasting capability across the business.
• Champion a culture of strong execution and continuous improvement across business and technology teams that supports cohesive, enterprise-wide progress.

Governance & Executive Enablement

• Establish and lead enterprise governance forums, executive steering committees, portfolio review processes, and executive operating cadences.
• Deliver executive reporting, strategic insights, and recommendations that support timely, informed decision-making.
• Drive accountability for the successful execution of the organization’s highest-priority initiatives, ensuring milestones, risk, dependencies, and outcomes are actively managed and transparent.
• Facilitate resolution of cross-functional issues and enterprise dependencies that could affect strategic priorities.
• Foster alignment among business and functional leaders while accelerating decision velocity and organizational effectiveness.

Organizational Planning & Collaboration

• Partner with leaders across business units and corporate functions to assess capacity, execution readiness, and organizational priorities.
• Support annual planning, strategic roadmapping, and enterprise goal-setting processes as needed.
• Facilitate alignment across teams while helping leaders navigate competing priorities and organizational dependencies.
• Act as a trusted advisor and connector across the organization, driving collaboration in support of enterprise objectives.
• Improve the organization’s ability to execute by strengthening coordination, prioritization, program management, tooling/reporting, and delivery disciplines.

What You Will Need to Be Successful: (Required Qualifications, Education, Experience, Certifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Engineering, Operations, or a related field
• 13+ years of progressive leadership experience, including 10+ years in enterprise program/portfolio management, PMO leadership, strategic execution, transformation, or related disciplines, with a proven track record leading complex, cross-functional initiatives that deliver enterprise-wide impact and 4+ years direct supervisory experience.
• Proven experience building or leading an Enterprise PMO, Transformation Office, or similar function, and directly leading complex, cross-functional programs with executive teams to deliver business outcomes.
• Proven success building scalable PMO standards, institutionalizing program methodologies, governance, and executive reporting that raise delivery maturity.
• Experience leading program teams on large-scale transformation initiatives and aligning senior leaders without direct authority.
• Experience building and leading high-performing teams and developing future leaders.

Nice to Have: (Preferred Qualifications, Education, Experience, Certifications)

• MBA or other advanced graduate degree
• One or more of the following certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP), PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), SAFe certification, Prosci Change Management certification
• Experience in high-growth, complex environments such as technology, telecommunications, data centers, or professional services, including supporting executive teams through rapid scaling or transformation.
• Experience leading large-scale technology and transformation programs (ERP, cloud, data, cybersecurity, digital) and setting up enterprise governance, operating models, PMO Centers of Excellence, or Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) platforms.
• Experience developing reporting for and/or engaging with the most senior-level executive leaders, including (but not limited to) the board, C-suite, executive advisors, etc.

Other Key Skills: (KSAs) [KSAs are dynamic as the team develops]

• Executive Influence & Relationship Building: Builds trusted relationships, influences decisions, and aligns stakeholders across business units, corporate functions, and leadership teams.
• Enterprise Program & Portfolio Management: Brings deep expertise in enterprise portfolio governance, strategic program leadership, prioritization, dependency management, risk management, and benefits realization, with the ability to oversee large-scale cross-functional execution while maintaining alignment to enterprise priorities.
• Program Management Excellence: Establishes and scales program management methodologies, governance frameworks, delivery standards, tools, and best practices that improve execution consistency, transparency, accountability, and business outcomes.
• Governance & Decision Support: Designs governance models, facilitates executive decision-making, and drives accountability across complex initiatives.
• Talent Leadership: Attracts, develops, and leads high-performing teams while fostering an inclusive, performance-oriented culture.

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
• Military Benefits Package
• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
• QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
• QTS Crisis Fund
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

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