QTS Leadership Development Program - Project Manager
QTS Realty Trust, Inc. - Ashburn, VA
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Learn what makes QTS a unique place to grow your career! Who We Are: It's 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 among the most highly trusted in the industry, positioning us at the forefront of today's dynamic digital evolution. "Data centers are experiencing once-in-a-generation demand growth, driven by cloud adoption and the AI revolution," said Jon Gray, President & COO of Blackstone, the investment strength behind QTS. As AI drives the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world's economy for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates sophisticated data centers. 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. Who You Are: You are a dynamic and motivated professional with a passion for excellence and leadership. You bring a wealth of experience, a strong foundation in project management, and a proven track record of success in your field. The Impact You Will Have: Through the QTS Leadership Development Program (QLDP), you will gain invaluable experience across five key rotations over the course of 9-18 months: Site Operations, Property Development, Technology Operations, Sales, and Corporate Shared Services. Upon completion of the QLDP, QTS Leadership will work alongside you to identify a role in the company that aligns with your interests and skills, driving growth and innovation within QTS. What You Will Do: * 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. What You Will Need to be Successful: * Bachelor's degree. * Four or more years of professional experience. * US Citizenship for this position is required by law due to federal customer contracts Nice to Have: * Advanced degree. * 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. The Perks (and these are just a few!): * QRest Sabbatical * Employee Stock Purchase * QTS scholarship for dependents * Eagle Club award trip eligibility * Paid volunteer days * Tuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistance 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) Know Your Rights (Spanish) The pay transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted 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@ and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Created: 2024-10-22