Quality Assurance Senior Project Manager (Data Center Construction)

Overview The Quality Assurance Sr. Project Manager (QAM, Data Center Construction) is responsible for leading the quality assurance design, implementation and continuous improvement of construction projects at QTS. The role involves coordinating with project teams, vendors, and QTS stakeholders to ensure quality standards are met and corrective actions are taken when necessary. Responsibilities Manage the quality assurance programs on one or more projects. Train, manage, assist, and hold accountable other project‑specific quality personnel, when applicable. Provide training to project teams, including trade partners and vendors, on quality expectations. Monitor and proactively recommend continuous improvement opportunities at the project level. Document and communicate updates for assigned project(s) to the Development Quality Team on a bi‑weekly basis. Lead or participate in project quality meetings to ensure adequacy of topics and participation. Monitor project inspection and testing requirements and results. Perform weekly jobsite walks with the General Contractor. Periodically review project Quality Observation Reports for data integrity and follow up with teams for corrective actions when found deficient. Understand and communicate the Key Performance Indicators (KPI) expectations. Lead or participate in root cause analyses when a nonconformance issue meets prescribed criteria. Work alongside MEP Team to understand expectations and improvement opportunities during commissioning activities. Participate in vendor/supplier factory tests, inspections, and audits. Establish and maintain relationships serving as liaison with key QTS stakeholders. Represent QTS interests as a leader in OAC Meetings. Encourage vocal and visible recognition for quality successes. Lead the expression of integrity within the quality program to promote open and productive communication between all stakeholders. Actively participate in internal QTS quality improvement opportunities. Qualifications 5+ years of construction experience. 2+ years of quality‑related management experience, including plan development, training, implementation, and continuous improvement. Experience with Microsoft Office suite, specifically PowerPoint for presentation development and Excel for data compilation and analysis. Ability to travel up to 50% of the time. US citizenship required by law due to federal customer contracts. Other Key Skills Experience with Procore and PowerBI. ASQ certification (CMQ/OE, CQIA, CQPA, CQE, and/or CQA). Experience delivering mission‑critical data center facilities. Experience working with MEP trades. Strong communication and written skills. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to identify and communicate trends. Demonstrated ability to prioritize, set, and meet targets. Self‑motivated with a proven ability to achieve results. Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities. Benefits Q‑Rest Sabbatical Employee Stock Purchase Plan QTS scholarship for dependents Eagle Club Award Trip eligibility Paid Volunteer and Floating days Tuition Assistance Parental Leave Military Leave Assistance Equal Employment Opportunity 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, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr