Senior Development Project Manager (data Center Construction Design)

QTS Data Centers Austin, Texas, US

About the Role

As a global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds and operates advanced data centers that support strategic AI, cloud and digital transformation initiatives. 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. 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. As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, 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. 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. The

Senior Development Project Manager

(Data Center Construction Design) is primarily responsible for leading and managing the design, preconstruction and construction activities on a given project(s). The Senior Project Manager (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.

Manage multiple projects on a campus(es) and maintain updated budgets, schedules, and status reports for each Create and communicate updates on development program & project status on a monthly basis suitable for executive level reviews. Work with QTS stakeholders, design, and construction teams to create a master development 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. Write scopes of work for design, construction, commissioning services & participate in procurement and project cost estimates Evaluate and level pricing proposals for design, construction, and commissioning services Work closely with strategic procurement team on equipment procurement and delivery process Ensure appropriate submittals are coordinated with site stakeholders Monitor & create project budget / cost-to-date against overall project budget. Establish project schedules and manage teams to on-time completion Review and approve monthly pay applications from the contractors Review change order requests from contractors and negotiate pricing Establish site construction security procedures in conjunction with site security team Develop plans for product deployment and review / communicate plans with QTS staff involved Establish and maintain relationships serving as liaison with key QTS stakeholders Create & build relationships that enhance QTS’s ability to be a leader in creating the World’s Most Valuable Data Center Real Estate Aid in due diligence efforts for potential new sites on an as-needed basis Work with the internal development team to enhance project management processes and protocols Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering or equivalent professional experience Five 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 out Experience 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 budgets Be able to travel as needed for the business MBA, Masters in Engineering, Management, or related field desirable Experience with delivery of mission critical data center facilities Extensive experience with management of MEP trades Employee Stock Purchase Plan QTS scholarship for dependents Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting ~ Every employee is bonus or commission eligible ~ Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays ~ Stock Purchase Plan (SPP) ~11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked ~ Pet and Legal Insurance ~ QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents ~ Tuition Reimbursement Program

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled 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. Know Your Rights (English) Know Your Rights (Spanish) The pay transparency policy is available here: QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design, preconstruction and construction activities on data center projects

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or higher in engineering, construction management, or related field; strong communication and leadership skills; experience with data center construction preferred

Required Skills

project management budget management stakeholder coordination design coordination procurement

Keywords

data center construction project management design procurement

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