Sr. Development Project Engineer (Data Center Construction)

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Qtsdatacenters · Fayetteville, GA

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About the role

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. 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. 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. Who You Are & the Impact You Will Have: The Senior Development Project Engineer (Data Center Construction) is primarily responsible for assisting with the design, preconstruction and construction activities on a given project(s). The Senior Development Project Engineer (Data Center Construction) will interact on a daily basis with Facilities, Contractors, Designers, Engineers, Commissioning Agents, Vendors, and Data Center Operations & Corporate real estate staff and should have both written and oral communication skills commensurate with this level of regular communication.

Responsibilities

Assist Development leadership and Project Manager with day to day activities and responsibilities

Assist with multiple projects on a campus(es) and maintain updated budgets, schedules, and status reports for each

Assist with updates on development program & project status on a monthly basis suitable for executive level reviews.

Work with QTS stakeholders, design, and construction teams to help with master development program for site(s), including a complete campus design solution and capital budget.

Assist with entitlement and permitting needs for each assigned site project(s)

Assist with 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

Assist with monitoring project budget / cost-to-date against overall project budget.

Review project schedules and manage teams to on-time completion

Review change order requests from contractors and negotiate pricing

Assist with establishing site construction security procedures in conjunction with site security team

Establish and maintain relationships serving as liaison with key QTS stakeholders

Represent QTS Interests in OAC meetings

Create & build relationships that enhance QTS's ability to be a leader in creating the World's Most Valuable Data Center Real Estate

Assist with establishing and monitoring entitlement and permit processes for individual projects as needed

Work with the internal development team to enhance project management processes and protocols

What You Will Need to be Successful (basic qualifications):

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management field 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

Other Key Skills:

Prior experience in mission critical data center facilities

Experience with management of MEP trades

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with all levels of the organization

Must be a capable, proven team player that both fosters and operates well within internal and external team environments.

Able to solve problems at a tactical and functional level

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

The Perks (and these are just a few!):

Q-Rest Sabbatical

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

QTS scholarship for dependents

Eagle Club Award Trip Eligibility

Paid Volunteer and Flo

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