QTS Realty Trust

Equipment Quality Program Manager - Electrical

QTS Realty Trust • $110K — $130K *
Irving, TX 75061In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5+ years in QA/QC, commissioning, or equipment manufacturing/engineering, with a focus on MEP equipment.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field preferred.
  • Deep understanding of equipment manufacturing processes and systems.
  • Proven leadership in QA/QC processes and teams.
  • Experience managing relationships with manufacturers and contractors.
  • Knowledgeable about power and cooling systems in data centers.
  • Adaptability to changing project requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the establishment and expansion of the Equipment Quality Program.
  • Implement quality metrics focused on vendor manufacturing to enhance reliability.
  • Collaborate with Engineering & Operations to recommend equipment changes for safety and standards compliance.
  • Address issues through metrics-driven insights and team collaboration.
  • Develop vendor inspection and commissioning teams to exceed quality benchmarks.
  • Create and uphold processes for effective project communication and execution.
  • Build a dedicated team to liaise with vendors ensuring quality expectations are met.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive training programs for team members and vendors.
  • Opportunities for professional growth through leadership roles.
  • Exposure to innovative quality processes and equipment in data centers.
  • Travel opportunities across the country and internationally to enhance experience.
Full Job Description
What You Will Do:

The Equipment Quality Program Manager will strengthen our Data Center Engineering & Construction team. Our data centers rely on our equipment supply chain being of the utmost quality. This role will lead our equipment quality program, define standards and quality processes, and lead a team to administer this program throughout our new and expanding vendor portfolio. This position will oversee quality standards and First of kind commissioning of equipment throughout the manufacturing process to ensure our projects are delivered on time and meet our standards globally.

Responsibilities:
  • Expand and complete setting up our Equipment Quality Program, as well as establish quality metrics focused on vendor equipment manufacturing, using these metrics to improve project reliability and startup.
  • Also deeply work with QTS Engineering & Operations to recommend any changes to the equipment if needed meet out standards of operation or safety.
  • QTS BOD Compliance to ensure that equipment is manufactured to correct specifications.
  • This leader will be responsible to work with teams to solve any issues identified by the metrics.
  • Guide and develop our vendor inspection of factory quality and FOK commissioning teams, ensuring they work well with our vendors and to exceed our standards.
  • Work with construction management staff to create and maintain standards and processes that help projects run smoothly and keep teams communicating effectively.
  • Build a team to serve as the main points of contact for the vendors, ensuring they meet QTS's quality & QTS BOD expectations.
  • Train team members and vendors on quality processes for equipment manufacturing.
  • Handle quality problems by working with design, procurement, and operations teams to keep projects on track.
  • Regularly check on quality practices to make sure they meet our standards. (at manufacturing and also at jobsite)
  • Conduct audits on design documents and quality records to ensure they comply with our requirements.
  • Update and improve quality documents like checklists and test plans to better fit modular construction projects.
  • Address any project issues by implementing corrective actions.
  • Review QTS commissioning plans and provide input to make sure they align with project goals.
  • Ensure all project documentation is complete and accurate before handing over projects.
  • Oversee equipment tests to confirm they meet our standards.
  • Maintain detailed records of tests and commissioning activities.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • At least 5 years of experience in QA/QC, commissioning, or equipment manufacturing or engineering role specifically around MEP equipment. Data Center Experience is a plus but deep equipment knowledge is a primary.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a similar related field.
  • Strong knowledge of equipment manufacturing process and systems.
  • Experience leading QA/QC processes and teams.
  • Skilled at managing relationships with manufacturers, contractors, vendors, and consultants.
  • Knowledgeable in critical systems like power and cooling in data centers.
  • Flexible and able to adapt to changing project needs.


Preferred Skills:
  • Excellent at managing people and scheduling work.
  • Familiar with QA/QC management software like CX Alloy, ProCore or ACC Build.
  • Project management certification (PMP) is a plus.


Travel Requirement:
  • Expect to travel 50-70% domestically, depending on project needs.
  • Also, some internation travel.

About QTS Realty Trust

QTS is the digital infrastructure leader – Powered by People, driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation. We have a 20-year track record of designing, building and operating world-class data centers, delivering the critical infrastructure for the world’s largest and fastest-growing companies. We have more than 75 data centers in operation or under development across the United States and Europe.
Learn more about QTS Realty Trust
Size
82,000 employees
Market Cap
$5.3 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$15.9 million
Founded
2005
5 Year Trend
+11.6%
Revenue
$539.3 million
NASDAQ
QTS
* Ladders Estimates

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