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The QTS Leadership Development Program (QLDP) is designed to prepare high potential candidates to take on roles at QTS leading teams, functions, and/or P&Ls. The generalist track of the QLDP is a 16- to 24-month program during which participating Project Managers (PMs) will go through four rotations. The PM’s responsibility in each rotation is to develop a solid understanding of the functional area, lead projects, and provide general support to the team they are embedded in. Upon completion of the QDLP, QTS leadership will work with the participant to identify a role in the company that matches their interests, skill set, and QTS needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned.

• Lead process improvement projects and provide general support in critical areas directly impacting Site Operations, Property Development, Technology Operations, Sales, and Corporate Shared Services.

• Develop solid understanding of the data center industry, QTS product offering, and QTS operating model.

• Balance assigned/directed tasks with self-identified project opportunities.

• Form and manage cross-functional project teams to achieve objectives.

• Analyze the operational and financial impacts of proposed solutions to make impactful recommendations.

• Regularly present findings to various levels of QTS leadership.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, Finance, or Economics.

• Four or more years of professional experience.

• Superior people skills – must be able to work effectively with multiple business groups and levels seniority.

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree (technical Master’s degree or MBA).

• Seven or more years of professional experience.

• Two or more years in a supervisory role.

• Experience in technology, construction, engineering, or energy sectors.

• Solid proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

• Process Improvement Certifications (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).

• Management consulting experience.

• Geographic flexibility within two years.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Strong initiative and creativity.

• An enthusiastic attitude in a team environment and ability to work independently.

• Comfort teaming with all levels of an organization, including presenting to senior executives.

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.

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.

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:

Know Your Rights (English) (http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf)

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_%20English_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.

QTS Data Centers was built around the Core Values of Integrity, Character, and Trust. We prioritize family, faith and community involvement while leading with strong, honorable, and principled behavior. We started this journey in 2003 when our CEO, Chad Williams, purchased his first data center in Overland Park, KS. Humble beginnings that have led to 35+ data centers and growing. Recently privatized in a $10 billion transaction with Blackstone, one of the most notable real estate investments companies in the world, QTS is positioned to execute on a global expansion initiative and we are looking for the best and brightest to join our team.

At QTS, we’re fearlessly leading the way by redefining what it means to be a data center provider. QTS is entrusted with providing world-class data center solutions to enterprises, government agencies as well as the largest and fastest growing technology companies in the world. We deliver a fully-integrated platform from top to bottom – one enabled by technology and world-class infrastructure. Simply put, we’re innovating to stay ahead of the curve.

We are powered by people.

And we’d like to invite you to join us.

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 Accrual plus additional Paid Volunteer Days

• 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