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Quality Technology Services, LLC Project Delivery Manager II in Overland Park, Kansas
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The Project Delivery Manager II is a highly experienced team member responsible for the delivery of products and services offered to QTS clients at each of our data center facilities. The position is required to partner with our Solutions Engineering and Development teams during the early stages of the Sales cycle to help define scope, provide estimated schedule and cost, as well as manage the delivery of project scope upon contract execution. The Manager II will be assigned to multi-site customer deployments and large-scale tenant fit out projects spanning entire data halls. The Project Delivery team reports into the Implementation group at QTS and works closely with our Sales, Facility Operations, and Development teams to seamlessly integrate customer requirements without impeding data center operations and services.
RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned .
Support multi-site and multi-megawatt tenant fit out projects commonly derived from Hyperscale customer requirements.
Work with construction managers and specialized contractors or data center integrators to develop comprehensive project budget and schedule.
Adhere to QTS development policies with increased focus on environmental health and safety when working in sites under active construction.
Identify long lead and critical path items to influence tenant fit out scope and customer decision making abilities.
Anticipate and understand client needs during the planning and implementation phases by continuously validating project scope.
Work with Operations and Development teams to identify additional base build infrastructure necessary to support future tenant fit outs.
Collaborate with Procurement and Operations to identify preferred vendors, contractors, and material distribution partners.
Create RFPs and perform bid leveling with focus on labor resources, material availability, and OFCI/CFCI responsibilities.
Establish and maintain diverse supplier relationships in designated markets to drive competitiveness and value for our customers.
Maintain preferred stocking levels and external cost catalogs for standard fit out materials to minimize lead times and control cost variation.
Monitor project budgets and financial performance while keeping Management and Accounting informed of any unexpected variances.
Work cross functionally across QTS to identify and manage project risks by implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
Maintain a high level of knowledge about QTS services, including customer requirements, methods of delivery, implementation, support processes and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
Oversee quality assurance by performing regular on-site inspections during and upon completion of all assigned projects.
Facilitate effective communication with the project team and with other departments such as Sales, Development, and Facilities Operations.
Implement best practices and lessons learned from previous projects.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree preferably in Business, Engineering, Architecture, Computer Science, MIS or equivalent professional experience in lieu of a degree.
Seven or more years of experience in project management with focus in commercial construction practices, data center operations management, mission critical facilities management, or other related field.
Experience with various contract types, contract negotiation and management, business risk and liability handling.
Knowledge of project management tools and methodologies
US Citizenship for this position is required by law due to federal customer contracts
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
PMP certification, or other relevant industry certifications
Experience with data center construction and MEP coordination
Experience with Construction Health & Safety Knowledge
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Display strong servant leadership, strategic agility, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations at a high-growth company
Strategic planning, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Ability to independently managed deadlines, budgets, and support staff.
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to influence cross-discipline teams
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