Pre-Development Project Manager at QTS Data Centers

Groningen, Groningen, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Communication, Due Diligence, Entitlements, Permitting, Budgeting, Risk Mitigation, Stakeholder Management, Negotiation, Regulatory Compliance, Data Center Development, Land Development, Infrastructure Planning, Financial Modeling, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Problem Solving

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

The Pre-Development Project Manager is primarily responsible for leading and managing the pre-development activities on our German project(s). The Project Manager will interact on a daily basis with Engineers, Designers, Development Consultants, municipality and utility staff, and internal stakeholders in various departments including Corporate Real Estate, Development, Engineering, and Data Center Operations staff. The Project Manager should have both written and oral communication skills commensurate with this level of regular communication. Responsibilities, other duties may be assigned: Manage the due diligence, entitlements, permitting of multiple projects on a campus(es) to facilitate new data center development. Create and communicate updates on pre-development program & project status on a monthly basis suitable for executive level reviews. Effectively present information in a manner to support efficient decision making. Work with QTS stakeholders, design consultants, and construction teams to create a master campus development program for site(s), including a complete campus design solution and capital budget. Communicate due diligence, entitlement & permitting risks, and identify risk mitigation strategies to maintain project timelines & budgets. Oversee the development of site specific multi-phased campus development plans to achieve time, budget, and quality standards in a predictable fashion. Continuously update campus master plan(s) to provide predictable statistics in a dynamic environment. Draft scopes of work for due diligence, campus master planning, and permitting & participate in vendor screening, evaluation, price levelling, selection, and contract negotiations. Ensure key stakeholders are familiar and understand the entitlements & permitting strategy for each assigned project. Create & Monitor project budgets to achieve budget and cash flow predictability. Establish due diligence, entitlements, and permit schedules and manage internal & external teams to on-time completion. Collaborate with Sales Engineers and Product teams to aid in custom deal solutioning for prospective clients within the applicable schedule and budget for an assigned location. Represent QTS Interests in critical meetings with AHJs, regulatory agencies, EDCs, and the public. Create & build relationships that enhance QTS’s ability to be a leader in creating the World’s Most Valuable Data Center Real Estate. Work with the internal development team to enhance project management processes and protocols. Basic Qualifications: May require vocational qualifications and role holder may be working toward a professional qualification. Five or more years of professional experience in commercial real estate development, property management, land acquisition. Experience with Bluebeam, Smartsheet's, 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. Fluent in German, preferable to speak a second European language Be able to travel up to 25% of the time Preferred Qualifications: MBA, Masters in Engineering, Real Estate, Land Planning, Management, or related field desirable. Experience managing a portfolio of projects and associated work streams in multiple markets. Experience with delivery of mission critical data center facilities. Extensive experience in large scale/complex land development. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: In-depth understanding of commercial real estate development processes, including due diligence, entitlements, and permitting. Strong familiarity with zoning regulations, environmental assessments, and municipal approval processes. Knowledge of infrastructure planning, civil engineering principles, and utility coordination. Understanding of budget forecasting, financial modeling, and capital planning. Experience in negotiating with regulatory agencies, consultants, vendors, and contractors. Ability to develop and deliver clear, executive-level presentations. Proven track record of establishing and maintaining effective relationships with government entities, external partners, and internal stakeholders. Ability to work cross-functionally with multiple teams and external partners. Capable of handling high-pressure environments with tight deadlines. Adept at analyzing and interpreting complex regulatory and permitting requirements. Ability to quickly adapt to changes in project scope, regulations, or business priorities. The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by QTS in its sole discretion. We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on TalentAcquisition@QTSDataCenters.com It’s exhilarating to find yourself at a pivotal moment in history— and even more so to be leading the way. At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation. Our world-class data centers empower our customers’ most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure. As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader. We are committed to connecting the globe for good. Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide. In addition to our cutting-edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals. At QTS, we are Powered by People. Our team members are the cornerstone of our culture, innovation, and growth. They are mission-driven, resourceful, and committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. Together, we’re achieving remarkable things and shaping the future of digital infrastructure. 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, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays Stock Purchase Plan (SPP) 11 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

Responsibilities

The Pre-Development Project Manager leads and manages pre-development activities for data center projects, ensuring due diligence, entitlements, and permitting are completed efficiently. They communicate project status to stakeholders and manage risks to maintain timelines and budgets.