Utility Project Engineer

QTS Data Centers

. Support the Utility Delivery team with required reporting, data collection, and deliverables .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing utility development projects, including reporting, documentation, and cost forecasting. Proficient in high and medium voltage electrical design or construction, with strong communication and organizational skills to support project execution.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Electrical EngineeringMedium/High Voltage Construction Management ExperienceProject Management ExperienceTechnical Expertise In High And Medium Voltage Electrical DesignMicrosoft Office Suite Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Utility Project ReportingData CollectionCost ForecastingPower Delivery TrackingConstruction ManagementProject SchedulingBudget ManagementContractor Pay Application ReviewChange Order Request ReviewPricing Proposal Leveling

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationFlexibilityAdaptabilityPrioritization

Industry Keywords

Utility DeliveryElectrical Substation ConstructionProcurementProject Cost EstimatesEnergy InfrastructureData Center Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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, including construction and equipment
Track and report on power delivery timelines
Participate in procurement and project cost estimates
Level pricing proposals for design, construction, and commissioning services
Review monthly contractor pay applications
Review contractor change order requests
Collaborate with energy leaders, utility engagement teams, pre-development leads, operations leaders, and development project leaders on utility infrastructure and data center projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction, or equivalent professional experience
Two or more years of medium/high voltage construction management experience
Two or more years of experience running projects or related professional experience
Experience with Microsoft Office suite, specifically PowerPoint and Excel
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time or as needed to support projects
Four plus years of electrical substation construction preferred
Technical expertise in High and Medium Voltage Electrical Design or Construction preferred
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations
Ability to prioritize, multitask, and deliver high quality work in tight timeframes

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
Bonus or commission eligibility
Generous PTO and floating holidays
Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
Holiday compensation when worked
Pet and Legal Insurance
Q-Rest Sabbatical Program
Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
Military Benefits Package
QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
QTS Crisis Fund
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Equity eligibility may apply