Project Manager II Infrastructure (DCIM)

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 Project Manager II – Infrastructure effectively plans, manages, and delivers the internal IT projects on time and within budget. This entails facilitating communication between different team members (e.g. Systems Engineers, Network Engineers, Data Center Technicians, etc), different departments within the organization, along with ensuring adherence to existing company guidelines. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, experienced technical project manager, who possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills, and is able to operate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional matrixed environment.RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned. Works with systems and network engineering teams to complete technical discoveryApplies project management expertise to ensure accurate and timely delivery of servicesCollaborates with team managers and resources to identify project approach, deliverables, tasks and resources required to complete a project, specifically as it pertains to technical tasks and deliverablesDevelops and actively manage project plans, identifying applicable phases, tasks, resources, deliverables and due dates using traditional project management practicesReviews proposed changes to project plans, including meeting with stakeholders to approve and implement beneficial changesManages multiple projects and tasks in a deadline-driven environment and completes projects on timeContinuously monitors and reports on project status to Upper Management (including C-Levels), including issues, risks, and escalationsContinually develops and improves internal processes and documentation within the organization. BASIC QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management or other related field or equivalent professional experienceSeven or more years of IT, Project Management, service delivery or customer relationship management experienceProficient with Microsoft Office suiteExperience building detailed technical project plans and task dependencies based on technical familiarity and stakeholder interviewsExperience managing complex, strategic programs with multiple sub-projects/workstreamsAdvanced knowledge of data center/critical environment concepts, such as space, power, cooling and connectivityAdvanced knowledge of technologies found within data center architecture, such as routers, switches, firewalls, server components, storage, and virtualization.US Citizenship for this position is required by law due to federal customer contractsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSFive or more years of progressive project management experience or team lead experience in an IT infrastructure environmentPMP or Agile certificationITIL CertificationExperience with Salesforce CRMExperience with Project Management applications such as MS Project or ClarityPrior experience working in a Data Center environmentExperience in project managing customer migrationsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with Senior ManagementStrong facilitation skillsSelf-motivated, goal-oriented individual with extensive experience multi-tasking across multiple concurrent and complex projectsStrong communication, organization, and management skillsStrong time management and interpersonal skillsAbility to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.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 position is Bonus eligible.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 vestingEvery employee is bonus or commission eligibleGenerous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating HolidaysStock Purchase Plan (SPP)11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when workedPet and Legal InsuranceQ-Rest Sabbatical ProgramQ-Anniversary Service Award ProgramParental LeaveMilitary Benefits PackageQTS Charitable Matching Gift ProgramQTS Scholarship for Employee DependentsQTS Crisis FundWellness ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramQTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more: Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledWe 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. 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