Learn what makes QTS a unique place to grow your career! (https://vimeo.com/727409140/ff26de87d4) **Who we are:** It's pretty 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 supporting our customers most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation. As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world’s most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone. 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. The **Utility Project Engineer** will support the overall planning and execution of QTS utility infrastructure. This role will support the delivery of utility capacity at each campus for data center substation and utility build projects. This role will interface and collaborate with many critical stakeholders, including but not limited to energy leaders responsible for utility contracts and negotiations; utility engagement developing relationships with utilities; pre-development leads evaluating new properties; operations leaders managing load growth projections; and development team project leaders planning and building new data centers. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIE** **S - Other duties may be assigned.** + Support the Utility Delivery team with required reporting, data collection, and deliverables. + Manage and organize documentation for utility development projects. + Support project schedules and report on milestones for utility projects. + Support budgets and cost forecasting of utility projects, including construction and equipment. + Track and report on status and schedule of power delivery timelines. + Participate in procurement and project cost estimates. + Level pricing proposals for design, construction, and commissioning services. + Review monthly pay applications from the contractors. + Review change order requests from contractors. **BASIC QUALIFICATIONS** + Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction, or equivalent professional experience. + Two or more years of medium/high voltage construction management. + Two or more years or more years’ experience running projects or related professional experience. + Experience with Microsoft Office suite, specifically PowerPoint for use in communicating program updates, and Excel to create and maintain project budgets. + Be able to travel up to 25% of the time or as needed to support projects. **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS** + Four plus years of electrical substation construction + Highly organized and able to work with multiple stakeholders. + Technical expertise in High and Medium Voltage Electrical Design or Construction **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES** + Strong verbal and written communication skills + Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations at a high growth company. + Ability to prioritize, multitask, and deliver high quality work in tight timeframes. **Skills:** + Substations + Construction Management + Budgeting + Scheduling + Risk Management + Transmission + High-voltage electricity + Utilities **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 role is bonus eligible and may be eligible for equity. 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