Director, Development – Data Center Construction

. Manage customer deployment project delivery for each sold deal within each QTS location .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • United StatesLeadWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage customer deployment project delivery for each sold deal within each QTS location
Coordinate with the QTS Property Development team and specialty consultants to support customer design needs, pricing, customer approvals, and implementation of deployment scopes
Manage project delivery by aligning client objectives, business processes, vendor management strategies, and cross-group collaboration across QTS
Drive effective client relationship management and efficient cost management to deliver projects on time and on budget
Serve as a single contact for Federal sales support on potential secured deals
Function as QTS’ point of contact for new client builds and implementations
Liaise between the QTS Sales Team, Operations Team, Property Development Team, and customers
Work closely with Development Construction Project Managers to ensure customer needs are delivered to high expectations
Report into the QTS Property Development department and work closely with the CHO and CRO, depending on project origin

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree and/or professional licenses in Construction Management or Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Architecture
Ten or more years of progressive responsibility in development of Mission Critical Facilities
Five or more years of responsibility for data center project construction with large-scale data centers or DC lease providers
Be able to travel as needed for the business
Experience managing multiple large, multi-faceted projects
Experience with Construction Health & Safety Knowledge
Experience with Customer Deployment Technologies and Equipment
RCDD a plus
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

Comp & perks