Development Project Manager

Development Project Manager (Retrofit Data Center Construction)It's pretty exciting to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It's even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our customers' most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today's dynamic digital transformation.QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world's most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone.QTS is Powered by People. People who play a vital role in our company's culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission driven. Together, we do great things.The Development Project Manager (Retrofit Data Center Construction) is primarily responsible for leading and managing the design, preconstruction and construction activities on a given project(s). The Project Manager (Retrofit Data Center Construction) will interact on a daily basis with Facilities, Contractors, Designers, Engineers, Commissioning Agents, Vendors, and Data Center Operations staff and should have both written and oral communication skills commensurate with this level of regular communication.What You Will Do:Manage multiple projects on a campus(es) and maintain updated budgets, schedules, and status reports for eachCreate and communicate updates on development program & project status on a monthly basis suitable for executive level reviews. Effectively present information in a manner to support efficient decision makingWork with QTS stakeholders, design, and construction teams to create a base-build program for site(s), including a complete campus design solution and capital budget.Manage entitlement and permitting needs for each assigned site project(s)Implement and manage multi-phased site development plans to achieve time, budget, and quality standards in a predictable fashion. Continuously update a campus master plan to provide predictable statistics in a dynamic environmentWrite scopes of work for design, construction, commissioning services & participate in procurement and project cost estimatesEvaluate and level pricing proposals for design, construction, and commissioning servicesWork closely with strategic procurement team on equipment procurement and delivery processEnsure appropriate submittals are coordinated with site stakeholdersMonitor & create project budget / cost-to-date against overall project budget.Establish project schedules and manage teams to on-time completionReview and approve monthly pay applications from the contractorsReview change order requests from contractors and negotiate pricingEstablish site construction security procedures in conjunction with site security teamDevelop plans for product deployment and review / communicate plans with QTS staff involvedCollaborate with Sales Engineers and Product teams to aid in custom deal solutioning for prospective clients within the applicable schedule and budget for an assigned location.Establish and maintain relationships serving as liaison with key QTS stakeholdersRepresent QTS Interests as leader in OAC meetingsCreate & build relationships that enhance QTS's ability to be a leader in creating the World's Most Valuable Data Center Real EstateAid in due diligence efforts for potential new sites on an as-needed basisWork with the internal development team to enhance project management processes and protocolsWhat You Will Need to be Successful (basic qualifications):Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering or equivalent professional experienceFive or more years of professional experience in commercial construction practices and procedures, including management of Lump Sum, Construction Management @ Risk, and Design Build project delivery methods from conceptual development through procurement to close outExperience with Microsoft Office suite, specifically PowerPoint for use in communicating program updates to executive level, and Excel to create and maintain site program & individual project budgetsBe able to travel up to 25% of the timeOther Key Skills:MBA, Masters in Engineering, Management, or related field desirableExperience with delivery of mission critical data center facilitiesExtensive experience with management of MEP tradesThe Perks (and these are just a few!):Q-Rest SabbaticalEmployee Stock Purchase PlanQTS scholarship for dependentsEagle Club Award Trip EligibilityPaid Volunteer and Floating daysTuition Assistance, Parental Leave and Military Leave AssistanceWe 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.