Development Project Engineer (Data Center Construction)

About the role

The Development Project Engineer (Data Center Construction) plays a crucial role in the design, preconstruction, and construction phases of various projects. This position requires strong communication skills and a deep understanding of commercial construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the development program for sites, including campus design solutions and capital budgets
• Collaborate with stakeholders, designers, engineers, and vendors to ensure project success
• Manage project budgets and schedules, ensuring timely completion
• Interface with security teams to establish and maintain construction security procedures
• Represent QTS interests in Open Access Committee (OAC) meetings
• Support due diligence efforts for potential or new land banks and properties
• Participate in real estate efforts to enhance QTS's leadership in data center real estate

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management field or equivalent professional experience
• One or more years of professional experience in commercial construction practices and procedures
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, particularly PowerPoint and Excel
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management field or equivalent professional experience
• One or more years of professional experience in commercial construction practices and procedures
• Experience or exposure in mission critical data center facilities
• Experience with management of MEP trades
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly PowerPoint and Excel
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Benefits

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays
• Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
• 11 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
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Pay

Competitive salary and benefits package

Schedule

Full-time position