Development Project Engineer (Data Center Construction OFCIR)

As a global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds and operates advanced data centers that support strategic AI, cloud and digital transformation initiatives. We are driven by a mission to connect the world for good and our people make it possible. Every single day, the creativity, dedication and genuine care for our communities are what push us forward and make this a truly special place to be. 

It's pretty exciting to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It’s 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 today’s 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 world’s most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone.

QTS is Powered by People. People who play a vital role in our company’s 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.

The Development Project Engineer (Data Center Construction OFCIR) is primarily responsible for assisting with the design, preconstruction and construction activities on a given project(s).  The Development Project Engineer (Data Center Construction OFCIR) will assist with the onsite execution and coordination of Owner-Furnished, Contractor-Installed equipment across assigned data center projects. This role assists with managing equipment readiness, receipt, installation support, quality issue resolution, logistics coordination, ROJ date alignment, commissioning readiness, and turnover support. The Development Project Engineer (OFCIR) partners with Development Project Managers, MEPR, Construction, General Contractors, vendors, Commissioning, Supply Chain, Logistics, Warehouse teams, and Data Center Operations to ensure OFCIR scope is delivered in alignment with project schedule, budget, quality, and safety expectations. The Development Project Engineer (OFCI) should have both written and oral communication skills commensurate with this level of regular communication. 

• →Assist Development leadership and Project Manager with day to day activities and responsibilities
• →Assist with multiple projects on a campus(es) and maintain updated budgets, schedules, and status reports for each
• →Assist with updates on development program & project status on a monthly basis suitable for executive level reviews. 
• →Assist onsite OFCIR execution for assigned campus, building, or project scope, including equipment readiness, delivery, installation support, commissioning readiness, and turnover.
• →Assist with coordinating OFCI activities with Development, MEPR, Construction, General Contractors, vendors, commissioning, logistics, warehouse, and site stakeholders.
• →Assist with supporting delivery planning, site receipt, unloading, staging, inspections, chain-of-custody expectations, and documentation of equipment condition.
• →Assist with tracking and resolving OFCI quality issues, damage, missing components, documentation gaps, installation-readiness concerns, and schedule impacts.
• →Assist with coordinating OEM and vendor support for startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, warranty, corrective actions, and replacement parts.
• →Assist with providing timely project updates, risk visibility, escalation support, and action-item follow-up in stakeholder meetings.
• →Use approved systems and trackers to maintain project visibility and support equipment, issue, cost, and closeout tracking.
• →Identify and escalate schedule, quality, logistics, commercial, and turnover risks through the appropriate leadership path.
• →Assist with capturing lessons learned and improvement opportunities to strengthen OFCIR execution across future projects.

• →Assist with maintaining accurate equipment records, including status, ROJ dates, delivery forecasts, allocations, serial numbers, receiving details, open issues, and closeout documentation

• →Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management field or equivalent professional experience
• →Experience with Microsoft Office suite, specifically PowerPoint for use in communicating program updates to executive level, and Excel to create and maintain site program & individual project budgets 
• →US Citizenship is required for this position

• One or more years of professional experience in commercial construction practices and procedures, including management of Lump Sum, Construction Management @ Risk, and Design Build project delivery methods from conceptual development through procurement to close out
• Experience or exposure in mission critical data center facilities
• Experience with management of MEP or OFCI trades
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with all levels of the organization
• Must be a capable, proven team player that both fosters and operates well within internal and external team environments.
• Able to solve problems at a tactical and functional level
• Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills 
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously