Federal Project Manager

Who We Are :

Its pretty exciting to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. Its 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 todays 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 worlds most advanced forward-thinking data is a portfolio company of Blackstone.

QTS is Powered by People . People who play a vital role in our companys 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 Federal Project Manager executes critical projects within QTS Federal. These projects will primarily be in two categories : delivery and process delivery projects the Federal Project Manager will guide customers partners and QTS Federal stakeholders through a complex design and construction process while serving as the primary point of contact for customer project leadership. This is a critical function that involves orchestrating a variety of stakeholders and coordinating all aspects of a successful data center project process development projects the Federal Project Manager will support QTS Federal Leadership in refining delivery models for QTS Federal products and services. The Federal Project Manager reports to the Director of Federal Project Delivery.

What You Will Do :

Manage and maintain excellent customer relationships. Clearly documenting goals managing expectations and managing project outcomes to ensure customer satisfaction and success.

Coordinate data center deployment projects from kickoff to completion. Create and maintain project plans : outlining tasks milestone dates and allocation of resources.

Understand the operating models of key QTS and QTS Federal stakeholder organizations to promote effective communication. These groups include but are not limited to : Sales Facility Operations Property Development Implementation Technology Operations and Security.

Provide timely and accurate status updates to all customer partner and QTS Federal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Own and manage customer project escalations through to resolution and ensure expectations are clearly set with customer and QTS teams.

Assist in the development and maintenance of project methodology to improve QTS Federal services and offerings.

Support QTS Federal Leadership in process improvement and process development projects as the company experiences rapid growth.

What You Will Need to be Successful :

Bachelors degree or equivalent professional experience

5 years technical project management or service delivery management experience

Experience presenting technical information to customers and executives

Experience with Microsoft 365 suite specifically PowerPoint Excel Loop Planner and Project

United States Citizenship

Ability to obtain a TS security clearance.

Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

US Citizenship for this position is required by law due to federal customer contracts

Nice to Have :

10 years technical project management or service delivery management experience

Prior construction project experience

PMP certification or equivalent

Active TS security clearance with eligibility for additional accesses as needed

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

QRest Sabbatical

Employee Stock Purchase

QTS scholarship for dependents

Eagle Club award trip eligibility

Paid volunteer days

Tuition assistance parental leave and military leave assistance

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.

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In accordance with applicable law the following represents a reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this role if hired in Colorado. Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Colorado only and this role is open to candidates outside of Colorado with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidates starting salary will be determined based on permissible non-discriminatory factors such as skills experience and geographic location.

The estimated pay range for this role if based in Colorado is :

$121789.51 - 186248.63

Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Colorado only and this role is open to candidates outside of Colorado with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidates starting salary will be determined based on permissible non-discriminatory factors such as skills experience and geographic location. 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 savings account; paid holidays; paid time off; employee assistance program; and other company benefits.

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.

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Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Construction Estimating,Construction Experience,PMBOK,Visio,Construction Management,Project Management,Project Management Software,Microsoft Project,Project Management Lifecycle,Contracts

Employment Type : Contract

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 121789 - 186248