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QTS Data Centers · 2 weeks ago

Pre-Development Project Analyst - Data Center Portfolio

QTS Data Centers is a global digital infrastructure leader committed to connecting the world for good. The Pre-Development Project Analyst will support predevelopment activities, collaborating with various internal stakeholders and assisting in project management tasks related to data center development.

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Responsibilities

Support Predevelopment Project Managers and Acquisitions teams with necessary upfront diligence workstreams including researching jurisdictional databases and codes prior to Purchase and Sale Agreement execution
Assist with the preparation of predevelopments budgets and management of project cashflow forecasts
Assist with the creation of updates on development program initiatives & project status on a monthly basis suitable for executive level reviews
Support real estate due diligence efforts on potential or new land banks and properties, including evaluating opportunities to design & build new data centers by working with key stakeholders: Corporate Real Estate, Connectivity, Power & Construction teams
Support the development of entitlement & permit schedules for new properties and data centers
Participate in design, entitlement, and permit activities for key projects as assigned, new greenfield and brownfield projects
Ensure designs are consistent with QTS approved standards & evaluate areas where standards should be improved
Supports continuous improvement of company predevelopment process and drives efficiency of standardized property development approach though collaboration with internal stakeholders Create & build relationships that enhance QTS’s ability to be a leader in creating the World’s Most Valuable Data Center Real Estate
Assist with special projects as needed
Other duties may be assigned

Qualification

Property due diligenceEntitlement processesProject delivery methodologiesMicrosoft OfficeBudget managementVendor managementRisk managementCost estimationStakeholder engagementCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Science, Business, Engineering or equivalent professional experience
Requires a minimum of 2-4 years of related experience
One to three years of professional experience in commercial development or real estate practices and procedures, including management of property due diligence workstreams, entitlement and permit pursuit, design management project delivery methods from conceptual development through construction handoff
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
Understanding of property due diligence, entitlement processes, permitting, and project delivery methodologies
Familiarity with methods such as Lump Sum, Construction Management @ Risk, and Design-Build
Basic knowledge of mission-critical data center requirements, including systems and infrastructure
Knowledge of scope development, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management
Awareness of local, state, and federal permitting and compliance requirements
Understanding of procurement processes, vendor management, and bid evaluation
Ability to interpret financial documents, track budgets, and perform cost estimates
Ability to coordinate at least one project, maintain schedules, budgets, and documentation
Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of preparing reports, presentation materials, and engaging with stakeholders at all levels
Ability to evaluate proposals, analyze costs, and monitor project performance metrics
Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and potentially other project management or data analysis tools
Capable of identifying issues early and proposing effective solutions
Ability to work with vendors, contractors, and internal teams to negotiate scope, costs, and schedules effectively
Manage project effectively, balancing competing priorities and deadlines
Foster positive relationships with internal teams, external vendors, contractors, and regulatory agencies
Ensure accuracy in budgets, schedules, submittals, and documentation
Adjust to changing project scopes, schedules, or unforeseen challenges
Continuously seek to improve knowledge of project management trends, construction practices, and data center technologies

Preferred

MBA, Masters in Engineering, Management, or related field desirable
Experience with delivery of mission critical data center facilities
Experience with management of Civil Design

Benefits

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
Other company benefits
Bonus eligible
May be eligible for equity

Company

QTS Data Centers

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QTS is the digital infrastructure leader – Powered by People, driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.74B
Key Investors
General Atlantic
2025-08-13Debt Financing· $1.65B
2021-06-07Acquired
2020-09-23Post Ipo Debt· $500M

Leadership Team

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Brent Bensten
CTO
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Jon Greaves
Executive Vice President - Quality Special Operations
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