Interiors Program Manager

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SUMMARY

The Interiors Program Manager is primarily responsible for leading and managing consistent implementation of QTS Corporate Interiors Standards across multiple projects. The Interiors Program Manager will interact daily with Architects, Engineers, General Contractors, FF&E and specialty vendors, QTS Management, Legal, Development, and Operations staff and should have both written and oral communication skills commensurate with the level of regular communication.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Other duties may be assigned.

Manage concurrent, multi-phased exterior start-up and upgrade (e.g. office) on several campuses both nationally and internationally to achieve schedule, budget, and quality standards in a predictable fashion

Mentor and coach existing project managers on interiors project lifecycle from business case to design and execution.

Create and communicate updates on Interiors program and project status suitable for executive level reviews; effectively present information (both written & verbal) to support efficient decision making

Work with QTS stakeholders, design, and construction teams to create master retrofit plans for the portfolio, including design solutions; create capital project budgets

Develop scopes of work and sketch concepts for design, construction, and FF&E services, enabling vendor and material procurement; level pricing proposals and create executive-facing recommendations for award

Lead Interiors project teams through entitlement and permitting needs for office construction, exterior facades, signage, etc

Lead Interiors project teams’ on-site activities, such as verification & punch walls; lead issues close out and implement lessons learned

Lead Interiors project teams in design drawing reviews, construction administration, legal contracts and change order negotiation, and pay application review and approval

Collaborate with Sales Engineers and Product teams to aid in custom deal solutions for large client office design and construction

Represent QTS interests as participant in design and OAC weekly meetings, serving as meeting leader

Work with QTS Development and Operations teams to enhance project management processes and protocols

Create and build relationships that enhance QTS’s ability to be the leader in creating the World’s Most Valuable Data Center Real Estate

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Design, or equivalent professional experience
• 7 or more years of professional experience in commercial construction / interior design practices and procedures, and project delivery methods from conceptual development through procurement to close out
• Experience with Bluebeam & Microsoft Office suite, specifically PowerPoint for use in communicating program updates to executive level
• Intermittent Travel up to 50%
• US Citizenship for this position is required by law due to federal customer contract

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

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 role is bonus eligible and may be eligible for equity.

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 :

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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_ English_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.

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As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader. We are committed to connecting the globe for good. Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide. In addition to our cutting-edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals.

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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, 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

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program