Vice President, Development Quality

QTS Data Centers is a global leader in digital infrastructure dedicated to AI and cloud technologies, with a focus on sustainability and renewable energy.

This position reports to the Chief Safety & Infrastructure Officer and may be based at any major QTS location, including Irving, TX;
Duluth, GA;
Suwanee, GA;
Atlanta, GA;
Richmond, VA;
Ashburn, VA;
Overland Park, KS; or Houston, TX.

As Vice President, Development Quality, you will develop and lead the integration of our quality programs across equipment and construction projects, set standards and quality processes, and oversee a global team.

• Lead the strategic expansion of quality programs, now including both equipment and construction aspects, to enhance project reliability and efficiency from initiation to startup.
• Collaborate with QTS Engineering & Operations to strategize and implement high-level changes that align equipment and construction practices with our operational and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with the basis of design specifications across all construction and equipment manufacturing activities, acting as the executive point of contact for all design-related compliance issues.
• Address and resolve quality issues identified by performance metrics, and direct continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
• Manage the strategic approach to vendor inspection and first‑of‑kind commissioning processes to ensure collaboration and compliance with QTS’s stringent quality standards.
• Establish and maintain standards and processes that enhance project execution and foster effective communication across departments.
• Build and lead a high‑performing team to uphold the highest standards of quality, focusing on developing leadership within the team for managing day‑to‑day operations and vendor interactions.
• Develop and oversee training programs for both internal team members and external vendors to ensure alignment with QTS's strategic quality objectives.
• Conduct regular reviews of quality practices at manufacturing sites and on job sites to ensure adherence to QTS standards.
• Audit design documents and quality records strategically, ensuring all documentation supports QTS’s modular construction and equipment manufacturing strategies.
• Oversee the completeness and accuracy of all project documentation before project handover, ensuring all phases meet strategic objectives and compliance standards.
• Supervise testing and commissioning activities to ensure they align with QTS's high standards and strategic goals, maintaining quality and reliability of our data center projects globally.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction Management, or a similar related field.
• Ten or more years of experience in QA/QC, commissioning, or equipment manufacturing or engineering role specifically around MEP equipment. Data Center Experience is a plus, but deep equipment knowledge is a primary.
• Five or more years of experience leading a quality organization in a large matrix organization.
• Strong knowledge of equipment manufacturing process and systems.
• Skilled at managing relationships with manufacturers, contractors, vendors, and consultants.
• Knowledgeable in critical systems like power and cooling in data centers.
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing project needs.

• Excellent at managing people and scheduling work.
• Familiar with QA/QC management software like CX Alloy, Pro Core or ACC Build.
• Project management certification (PMP) is a plus.

• Expect to travel 50-70% domestically, depending on project needs.

• 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…