ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Other duties may be assigned. -
System Integrator Oversight- Support the selection, evaluation, and commercial review of General Contractor System Integrators (CSI) and controls contractors.
- Lead and manage CSI performance throughout all project phases, including calibrations, quality assurance, and resolution of escalated issues.
- Serve as the primary point of escalation for system integrator quality concerns and drive issue resolution to closure.
Project Leadership & Management- Onboard and lead General Contractor BMS Leads, CSI, and Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) controls contractors.
- Support commercial terms and conditions review and evaluation.
- Coordinate and manage packaged equipment factory-installed controls audits and BMS commissioning audits, tracking deficiencies to completion.
- Facilitate large multi-stakeholder meetings and weekly cross-functional (XFN) meetings with internal and external teams to align on project status, risks, and next steps.
- Review, understand, and ensure project-level adherence to the issued revision of the DIV25 specification and all design deliverables.
Quality Assurance & Standardization- Drive consistency and standardization across all buildings, system integrators, and installation contractors, ensuring alignment with QTS standards and specifications.
- Perform BMS, PLC, and SCADA inspections (wiring, installation, commissioning) and validate project status and progress.
- Oversee installation and build quality of PLC systems and SCADA platforms.
- Ensure the quality and functionality of BMS and SCADA implementations, including graphical interface alarms, trends, and graphics.
- Provide on-site commissioning (Cx) support, including vendor calibrations and witness testing.
- Support the project benchmark and mock-up process to ensure consistency.
- Work with Construction Managers and General Contractors to ensure the creation, accuracy, and maintenance of logical schedules for all controls activities.
Risk Mitigation & Continuous Improvement- Identify and mitigate risks associated with controls architecture, including single
- points of failure and redundancy requirements.
- Support custom tooling and integration into construction processes.
- Support cross-functional program initiatives that impact controls delivery.
- Leverage project data to identify early finish dates for detailed design delivery.
Documentation & Issue Management- Manage issue resolution from identification to closure, ensuring all issues are documented, tracked, and resolved in a timely manner.
- Support RFI creation, tracking, and timely closure.
- Document and communicate controls-related issues and resolutions to all stakeholders.
Site Visits & Field Activities- Conduct regular site visits to assess installation quality, commissioning progress, and system integrator performance.
- Provide hands-on support for installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of
- BMS, PLC, and SCADA systems.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 7+ years of experience in instrumentation and controls programming/installation, general contractor MEP coordination/project management, and commissioning (mechanical and electrical) of data centers or other large-scale mission-critical buildings.
- 3+ years of experience with programming/designing HVAC control systems and electrical power monitoring.
- Bachelor's degree (Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent) or relevant work experience.
- Experience with industrial automation and building management control systems (PLC/DDC).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS -
• Experience with Autodesk, CxAlloy, ACC Build, and Procore platforms.
• Experience with PLC, SCADA, and OPC UA systems.
• Certifications: cGMP, CAP (Certified Automation Professional), PMP (Project Management Professional).
• Experience with Rockwell and Inductive Automation Ignition platforms.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES • Excellent communication and coordination skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor others.
• Culturally aligned to humility, objectivity, and collaborative problem-solving.
• Strong project management and documentation control skills.
• Able to balance hands-on technical work with strategic leadership responsibilities.
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 benefits. This role is bonus eligible and may be eligible for equity.
- 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
- Military Benefits Package
- QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
- QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
- QTS Crisis Fund
- Wellness Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
