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Quality Technology Services, LLC Hyperscale Project Manager in Overland Park, Kansas
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Who We Are:
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 among the most highly trusted in the industry, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital evolution.
“Data centers are experiencing once-in-a-generation demand growth, driven by cloud adoption and the AI revolution,” said Jon Gray, President & COO of Blackstone, the investment strength behind QTS.
As AI drives the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world’s economy for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates sophisticated data centers.
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.
Who You Are:
- You have supported development projects within real estate or data center industry. You enjoy cross collaboration ensuring all leasing, financing, and construction obligations are communicated and satisfied throughout project life cycle.
The Impact You Will Have:
The Hyperscale Project Manager is responsible for the supporting various teams, including Hyperscale Project Executives, successful planning and execution of complex mega-data center Hyperscale deliveries. You will identify program and operational requirements, engage with internal customers, and support the program through the entire project life cycle. These large complex projects will require strong project management, communications, customer relationship, and analytical skills, as well as data center construction, financing, and operations knowledge. Additionally, this position will collaborate with internal teams such as Development, Facilities Operations, Legal, Capital Markets, Hyperscale Solutions Engineers and Sellers to successfully deliver on requirements, including successfully project financing.
What You Will Do:
Analyze project documentation and parameters, including those arising from leases, work letters, project financing, development incentives, design contracts, and construction contracts to establish project directives for various internal teams and other stakeholders through the entire project life cycle.
Cross-functionally develop schedules, budgets, and assist with pro-formas.
Work with project design team to ensure budget constraints and project goals are consistent with lease requirements.
Maintain understanding of property conditions and economic development incentives.
Monitor progress of project milestones, change orders, and payment processes for compliance with project documentation; and communicate updates and other customer requirements.
Oversee project implementation, progress, and closeout; and effectively present information in a manner to support efficient decision making among internal teams, executive leadership, and customers.
Facilitate planning for and turnover to operations and security teams.
Provide support to Capital Markets team in regard to due diligence for loans.
What You Need to be Successful:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
Three or more years of experience working in real estate development, transaction management, data center infrastructure (space, power, connectivity) or equivalent experience in a construction environment.
Experience in project/program management
Proficient in MS Project and/or other project tracking software as well as MS Word and Excel
Experience in transaction management, lease administration, real estate development, data center construction, or facilities operations.
Strong desire and self-motivated to learn and expand knowledge of technical and interpersonal skills.
It Would Be Great to Have:
Experience in financial modeling and analysis, utilizing spreadsheets, and manipulating data sets.
Three or more years of experience with hyperscale data center development projects.
Three or more years of experience in sales engineering, project management, construction contracting, leasing, or other applicable experience.
The Perks (and these are just a few!):
QRest Sabbatical
Employee Stock Purchase
QTS scholarship for dependents
Eagle Club award trip eligibility
Paid volunteer days
Tuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistance
TOTAL REWARDS
This role is also 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; wellness program, and other company benefits.
This position is Bonus eligible.
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.
The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here:
Know Your Rights (English) (http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf)
Know Your Rights (Spanish)
The pay transparency policy is available here:
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)
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.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
QTS Data Centers was built around the Core Values of Integrity, Character, and Trust. We prioritize family, faith and community involvement while leading with strong, honorable, and principled behavior. We started this journey in 2003 when our CEO, Chad Williams, purchased his first data center in Overland Park, KS. Humble beginnings that have led to 35+ data centers and growing. Recently privatized in a $10 billion transaction with Blackstone, one of the most notable real estate investments companies in the world, QTS is positioned to execute on a global expansion initiative and we are looking for the best and brightest to join our team.
At QTS, we’re fearlessly leading the way by redefining what it means to be a data center provider. QTS is entrusted with providing world-class data center solutions to enterprises, government agencies as well as the largest and fastest growing technology companies in the world. We deliver a fully-integrated platform from top to bottom – one enabled by technology and world-class infrastructure. Simply put, we’re innovating to stay ahead of the curve.
We are powered by people.
And we’d like to invite you to join us.
In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:
Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
Generous PTO Accrual plus additional Paid Volunteer Days
Paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
Pet and Legal Insurance
Q-Rest Sabbatical Program
Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers
Military Benefits Package
QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
QTS Crisis Fund
Wellness Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program