On Site Generation and Market Forwards Analyst

About the role

Inspiring a dynamic future, QTS Data Centers stands at the heart of today's transformative digital landscape. Our state-of-the-art data centers are the backbone of our customers' strategic growth, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure. As AI and cloud technologies accelerate the demand for speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has become a global digital infrastructure powerhouse. Driven by purpose and innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers globally. Embracing sustainability, we integrate renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental impact and drive meaningful change.

Responsibilities

• Market Research & Data Collection
• Collect pricing, performance, and technical data for generation and energy infrastructure equipment, including turbines, engines, generators, fuel cells, storage systems, balance-of-plant, and related maintenance costs into a Total Cost to Own (TCO) view.
• Track OEM pricing updates, supply-chain conditions, commodity drivers, manufacturing cycle/slots, and technology developments relevant to hyperscale data center deployments.
• Source data from supplier quotes, RFQs/RFPs, EPC proposals, public disclosures, industry reports, and QTS historical project data.
• Benchmarking & Cost Analysis
• Build and maintain cost benchmarks across generation technologies (gas, solar, storage, diesel) used to support energy decisions.
• Analyze cost variation by size, configuration, region, interconnection scope, vendor, and procurement strategy.
• Support LCOE, capex/opex modeling, and long-term cost forecasts aligned with QTS load growth and campus development timelines.
• Forward Commodity Market Analysis
• Maintain forward markets for key model inputs including natural gas & power.
• Monitor forward curves, volatility, and basis impacts on generation economics and delivered power costs.
• Translate commodity outlooks into escalation assumptions, sensitivities, and procurement timing insights.
• Integrate commodity market signals into energy strategy models and capital planning tools.
• Data Management & Automation
• Maintain structured databases of vendor pricing, capital cost benchmarks, and procurement history.
• Ensure data quality through validation, normalization, and version control.
• Develop dashboards and automated refresh processes to support recurring energy strategy models.
• Stakeholder & Commercial Support
• Partner with Energy Strategy, Utility Engagement, Procurement, Finance, and Development teams to validate assumptions and align inputs.
• Support supplier negotiations with cost curves, benchmarks, and market-based pricing analysis.
• Prepare concise executive materials summarizing pricing trends, risks, and cost outlooks.
• Reporting & Deliverables
• Produce recurring OSG transaction analyses, benchmarking reports, and cost indices used in energy strategy, site diligence, and procurement decisions.
• Perform scenario and sensitivity analyses to inform sourcing strategy, contract structures, and timing.
• Develop clear visualizations for use in planning, forecasting, and executive presentations.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, Business, Data Analytics, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in cost analysis, procurement, energy markets, or equipment benchmarking.
• Strong quantitative skills; advanced Excel required; Power BI or similar preferred.
• Familiarity with utility-scale generation and energy infrastructure technologies preferred.
• Experience supporting RFQs/RFPs, EPC cost estimation, or large-scale vendor engagement a plus.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage deadlines and support staff.
• Ability to influence cross-discipline teams.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations at a high-growth company.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and deliver high-quality work in tight timeframes.

Total Rewards

• Competitive benefits package including 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.
• This job may be eligible for equity.

EEO Statement

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.