Interior Design Senior Project Manager (Data Center Construction) at Quality Technology Service[...]

Interior Design Senior Project Manager (Data Center Construction) Location: Phoenix, AZ. Full‑time role at Quality Technology Services, LLC. The Data Center Interior Design Senior Project Manager is primarily responsible for leading and managing the consistent implementation of QTS Corporate Interior Standards across multiple projects while overseeing the overall management of Interior Design Project Managers and acting as a resource to help further develop management skills. Responsibilities Manage concurrent multi‑phased interior and exterior start‑up and upgrade projects (e.g., office) 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 green‑field data center developments and renovations of existing facilities. Write scopes of work for design, construction, furniture, audio/visual enabling 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 FF&E punch walks; track punch issues for timely closeout. Create and communicate updates on interior design and construction status on a regular basis suitable for executive‑level reviews; effectively present schedule, cost, and quality data in a manner supporting efficient decision‑making. Ensure appropriate interior and architectural submittals are coordinated with vendors and internal stakeholders. Review and approve monthly pay applications and invoices from contractors and vendors. Review change order requests from contractors and vendors and negotiate pricing, coordinating with Development PMs; collaborate with Development Capital team to source appropriate funding. Support entitlement and permitting needs for exterior facades, signage, etc. Collaborate with Sales Engineers and Product teams to aid in custom deal solutions for prospective clients’ large office design and construction. Represent QTS interests as a participant in design & OAC weekly meetings (may lead weekly discussions, where applicable). Establish site construction security procedures in conjunction with site security team and Site Ops. Develop plans for product deployment and review/communicate plans with QTS staff involved. Work with the internal Development team to enhance project management processes and protocols. Create relationships that enhance QTS’s ability to be a leader in creating high‑value data center real estate. 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%. U.S. citizenship required by law due to federal customer contracts. Preferred Qualifications MBA, 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. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to prepare and present to executive leadership. Strong ability to coach and mentor team members. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with all levels of the organization. Capable, proven team player that both fosters and operates well within internal and external team environments. Problem‑solving at a tactical and functional level. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize appropriately. Organizational skills to determine prioritization and appropriate multitasking. Perform necessary and timely follow‑up, escalating appropriately if 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 communication abilities, encompassing both written and spoken forms. Proven capability to work efficiently with internal departments and external collaborators. Benefits The role is 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; and a wellness program. The role is bonus eligible and may be eligible for equity. EEO Statement 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 & 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hong Kong Study Skills Research Institute