Development Program Manager; Q Systems Security

About QTS

QTS is a global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. We design, build and operate world‑class data centers that support customer growth and the digital transformation driven by AI and cloud.

The Development Program Manager (Q-Systems: Security) is primarily responsible for leading and managing Q-Systems—focused on security—for design, pre‑construction and construction activities across our portfolio. The Program Manager will interact daily with Facilities, Contractors, Designers, Engineers, Commissioning Agents, Vendors, and Data Center Operations staff, and must have strong written and oral communication skills suitable for regular communication at the executive level.

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering or equivalent professional experience.
• Eight or more years of professional experience in commercial construction practices and procedures, including management of Lump Sum, Construction Management at Risk, and Design Build project delivery methods from conceptual development through procurement to close‑out.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, specifically PowerPoint for communicating program updates to executives, and Excel for creating and maintaining site program and individual project budgets.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

• MBA, Master’s in Engineering, Management, or related field desirable.
• Experience with delivery of mission‑critical data center facilities.
• Extensive experience managing MEP trades.

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions and immediate vesting.
• Flexible spending and Health Savings Account.
• Paid holidays, paid time off and paid volunteer days.
• Employee assistance program, tuition assistance and parental leave.
• Military leave assistance, QTS scholarship for dependents, wellness program and additional company benefits.
• Bonus and commission eligibility; potential equity.
• Stock Purchase Plan (SPP), floating holidays, and pet and legal insurance.
• Q‑Rest Sabbatical Program, Q‑Anniversary Service Award Program, and QTS Crisis Fund.

We conform to all 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, 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.