Senior Interior Design Project Manager

Job Description The Data Center Interior Design Senior Project Manager is primarily responsible for leading and managing consistent implementation of QTS Corporate Interior Standards across multiple projects while overseeing overall management of Interior Design Project Managers and encouraging development of management skills. The role interacts daily with Furniture Dealers, Architects, Engineers, General Contractors, specialty vendors, QTS Development, and QTS Operations staff and requires strong written and oral communication skills at a senior level. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Manage concurrent multi‑phased interior and exterior start‑up and upgrade projects on several campuses to achieve schedule, budget, and quality standards in a predictable fashion. Monitor and create project budget/cost‑to‑date against overall project budget. Establish project schedules and manage teams to on‑time completion. Act as a resource for Interior Design Project Managers and lower‑level positions to help develop and expand management skills. Collaborate with QTS stakeholders, design, construction, and FF&E consultants and vendors to implement the standardized corporate interiors program for new greenfield data center developments and renovations of existing facilities. Write scopes of work for design, construction, furniture, audio/visual procurement and project cost estimates; level pricing proposals and create executive‑facing recommendations for award. Support on‑site activities, such as pre‑installation verification, architectural punch walks, FF&E install activities, and post‑installation punch walks; track punch issues for timely closeout. Update status on interior design and construction on a regular basis suitable for executive‑level reviews; present schedule, cost, and quality data to support efficient decision‑making. Ensure appropriate interior and architectural submittals are coordinated with vendors and internal stakeholders. Review and approve monthly pay applications from contractors and vendors; negotiate pricing for change orders. Support entitlement and permitting needs for exterior facades, signage, etc. Collaborate with Sales Engineers and Product teams to assist in custom deal solutions for prospective clients’ large office design and construction. Represent QTS interests as a participant in design & OAC weekly meetings and, where applicable, lead discussions. Establish site construction security procedures in conjunction with site security team and Site Ops. Develop plans for product deployment and communicate plans with QTS staff involved. Work with the internal Development team to enhance project management processes and protocols. Create and build relationships that enhance QTS’s ability to be a leader in creating the world’s most valuable data center real estate. What You Will Need to be Successful (basic qualifications) Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent professional experience. Six or more years of professional experience in commercial construction/interior design practices and procedures, and project delivery methods from conceptual development through procurement to close out. Experience with Bluebeam and Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel, MS Project or other schedule development tool. Travel estimated at 35%. US Citizenship required by law due to federal customer contracts. Other Key Skills MBA or Master’s in Engineering, Management, or related field desirable. Experience with delivery of mission‑critical data center facilities. Extensive experience with management of MEP trades. Ability to prepare and present to executive leadership. Strong coaching and mentoring skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with all levels of the organization. Team player who fosters and operates well within internal and external team environments. Problem‑solving skills at tactical and functional level. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong organizational, prioritization, and multitasking abilities. Proactive follow‑up and escalation when necessary. Strong planning, organization, decision‑making, and critical‑thinking skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision on multiple, concurrent projects of varying complexity and competing priority. Exceptional written and spoken communication abilities. Efficient collaboration with internal departments and external collaborators. Benefits Q‑Rest Sabbatical Program Employee Stock Purchase Plan QTS Scholarship for Employees Eagle Club Award Trip Eligibility Paid Volunteer and Floating Days Tuition Assistance Parental Leave Military Leave Assistance Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting Bonus or commission eligibility Generous PTO, paid volunteer days, and floating holidays Stock Purchase Plan (SPP) 11 paid holidays annually / holiday compensation when worked Pet and Legal Insurance Q‑Anniversary Service Award Program Military Benefits Package QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program QTS Crisis Fund Wellness Program Tuition Reimbursement Program 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, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, family & medical leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forward 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Quality Technology Services, LLC