Director, Data Center Construction

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ohio.

📋 Description

• Oversee the execution of customer deployment projects for each sold agreement at various QTS locations.

• Collaborate with the QTS Property Development team and specialized consultants to address customer design requirements, pricing, approvals, and the implementation of deployment scopes.

• Manage project delivery by synchronizing client objectives, business processes, vendor management approaches, and interdepartmental collaboration within QTS.

• Foster effective client relationship management and efficient cost oversight to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

• Act as the primary contact for Federal sales support regarding potential secured contracts.

• Serve as QTS’ liaison for new client constructions and implementations.

• Facilitate communication between the QTS Sales Team, Operations Team, Property Development Team, and clients.

• Collaborate closely with current Development Construction Project Managers to ensure customer requirements are fulfilled.

• Report to the QTS Property Development department while working in conjunction with the CHO and CRO.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or relevant professional licenses in Construction Management, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or Architecture.

• A minimum of ten years of escalating responsibilities in the development of Mission Critical Facilities.

• At least five years of experience in overseeing data center project construction within large-scale data centers or DC lease providers.

• Willingness to travel as necessary for business purposes.

• Proven track record in managing multiple large and complex projects.

• Familiarity with Construction Health & Safety regulations.

• Knowledge of Customer Deployment Technologies and Equipment.

• RCDD certification is a plus.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Capability to independently manage timelines and provide support to staff.

• Proficiency in influencing cross-functional teams.

• Ability to remain adaptable and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational abilities.

• Self-motivated and capable of directing one’s own work.

• Strong foundation in data center design, engineering, controls, and operational requirements, with a focus on project and construction management.

🏝️ Benefits

• Q-Rest Sabbatical.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan / Stock Purchase Plan (SPP).

• QTS scholarship opportunities for dependents.

• Eligibility for the Eagle Club Award Trip.

• Paid Volunteer and Floating days.

• Tuition Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement Program.

• Parental Leave.

• Military Leave Assistance / Military Benefits Package.

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting.

• All employees are eligible for bonuses or commissions.

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).

• 11 paid holidays annually, with holiday compensation for work performed on those days.

• Pet and Legal Insurance options.

• Q-Anniversary Service Award Program.

• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program.

• QTS Crisis Fund.

• Wellness Program.