Land Development Project Specialist

The Land Development Project Specialist is primarily responsible for supporting the predevelopment activities for the business. The Project specialist will interact on a regular basis with the predevelopment Project Manager and internal stakeholders in various departments including Corporate Real Estate Development Engineering and Data Center Operations staff. Predevelopment Specialist should have both written and oral communication skills commensurate with this level of regular communication.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 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 QTSs ability to be a leader in creating the Worlds Most Valuable Data Center Real Estate
• Assist with special projects as needed
• Other duties may be assigned.

The Land Development Project Specialist is primarily responsible for supporting the predevelopment activities for the business. The Project Specialist will interact on a regular basis with the predevelopment Project Manager and internal stakeholders in various departments including Corporate Real Estate Development Engineering and Data Center Operations staff. Predevelopment analysts should have both written and oral communication skills commensurate with this level of regular communication.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 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 QTSs ability to be a leader in creating the Worlds Most Valuable Data Center Real Estate
• Assist with special projects as needed
• Other duties may be assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in science Business Engineering or equivalent professional experience
• Recommended for S2: Typically requires a minimum of 1 - 2 years of related experience.
• Entry point into sales roles.
• May require formal occupational training or certification.
• Operative/Technician roles will typically operate more complex machinery/processes.
• 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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA masters in engineering Management or related field desirable
• Experience with delivery of mission critical data center facilities
• Experience with management of Civil Design

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• 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.

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 benefi role is bonus eligible and may be eligible for equity.

In accordance with applicable law the following represents a reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this role if hired in Colorado. Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Colorado only and this role is open to candidates outside of Colorado with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidates starting salary will be determined based on permissible non-discriminatory factors such as skills experience and geographic location.

The estimated pay range for this role if based in Colorado is:

Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Colorado only and this role is open to candidates outside of Colorado with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidates starting salary will be determined based on permissible non-discriminatory factors such as skills experience and geographic location. 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 savings account; paid holidays; paid time off; employee assistance program; and other company benefits.

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