On Site Generation and Market Forwards Analyst
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Job Location:
Irving, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The On Site Generation Analyst supports QTS Energy Strategy Team by building data sets to analyze comparable DCOSG transactions capital costs equipment pricing market data etc. across power and energy infrastructure technologies (e.g. CCCTs BESS recips. etc.). The role develops LCOE benchmarking models and cost intelligence that inform hyperscale campus siting utility engagement power / natural gas procurement strategies and long-term capital planning.
Key Responsibilities
Market Research & Data Collection
- Collect pricing performance and technical data for generation and energy infrastructure equipment including turbines engines generators fuel cells storage systems balance-of-plant and related maintenance costs into a Total Cost to Own (TCO) view.
- Track OEM pricing updates supply-chain conditions commodity drivers manufacturing cycle / slots and technology developments relevant to hyperscale datacenter deployments.
- Source data from supplier quotes RFQs/RFPs EPC proposals public disclosures industry reports and QTS historical project data.
Benchmarking & Cost Analysis
- Build and maintain cost benchmarks across generation technologies (gas solar storage diesel) used to support energy decisions.
- Analyze cost variation by size configuration region interconnection scope vendor and procurement strategy.
- Normalize cost data for comparison across geographies vintages and project structures.
- Support LCOE capex/opex modeling and long-term cost forecasts aligned with QTS load growth and campus development timelines.
Forward Commodity Market Analysis
- Monitor forward markets for key model inputs including natural gas & power
- Analyze forward curves volatility and basis impacts on generation economics and delivered power costs.
- Translate commodity outlooks into escalation assumptions sensitivities and procurement timing insights.
- Integrate commodity market signals into energy strategy models and capital planning tools.
Data Management & Automation
- Maintain structured databases of vendor pricing capital cost benchmarks and procurement history.
- Ensure data quality through validation normalization and version control.
- Develop dashboards and automated refresh processes to support recurring energy strategy models
Stakeholder & Commercial Support
- Partner with Energy Strategy Utility Engagement Procurement Finance and Development teams to validate assumptions and align inputs.
- Support supplier negotiations with cost curves benchmarks and market-based pricing analysis.
- Prepare concise executive materials summarizing pricing trends risks and cost outlooks.
Reporting & Deliverables
- Produce recurring OSG transaction analyses benchmarking reports and cost indices used in energy strategy site diligence and procurement decisions.
- Perform scenario and sensitivity analyses to inform sourcing strategy contract structures and timing.
- Develop clear visualizations for use in planning forecasting and executive presentations.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS degree in Engineering Economics Finance Business Data Analytics or related field.
- 24 years of experience in cost analysis procurement energy markets or equipment benchmarking.
- Strong quantitative skills; advanced Excel required; Power BI or similar preferred.
- Familiarity with utility-scale generation and energy infrastructure technologies preferred.
- Experience supporting RFQs/RFPs EPC cost estimation or large-scale vendor engagement a plus.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to independently manage deadlines and support staff
Ability to influence cross-discipline teams
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
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.
This job 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.
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Required Experience:
IC
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About Company
QTS Realty Trust, LLC is a leading provider of data center solutions across a diverse footprint spanning more than 9 million square feet of owned mega scale data center space within North America and Europe. Through it's software-defined technology platform, QTS is able to deliver sec ... View more
