Economic Development Program Manager

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Who We Are:

It's pretty exciting, to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It’s even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are among the most highly trusted in the industry, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital evolution. 

As AI drives the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world’s economy for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates sophisticated data centers.

QTS is Powered by People. People who play a vital role in our company’s culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission driven. Together, we do great things.

The Impact You Will Have:

The Economic Development Program Manager is responsible for supporting the pursuit, analysis, negotiation, and fulfillment of economic development projects associated with QTS’s strategic growth and initiatives. They will be responsible for managing diligence, fulfillment, and reporting on projects – including program specific critical-path timelines, obligations, and liabilities. The Economic Development Program Manager will work closely with the Director of Public Policy and Economic Development to facilitate interdepartmental teaming activities, oversee community outreach activities, and direct strategic communication efforts associated with their endeavors.

What You Will Do:

• Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and conduct fulfillment activities for economic development projects that support the QTS's strategic growth and economic differentiation.
• Manage reporting on active development and operationalized projects, monitoring timelines, and coordinating interdepartmental support functions.
• Work with the cross-functional QTS teams to create a data-driven business plan for tax incentive fulfillment, liability mitigation, and utilization in support of QTS’s development and leasing activities.
• Design and execute community outreach and strategic communication efforts to ensure effective community support and stakeholder engagement on economic development initiatives.
• Manage outreach to relevant stakeholders, including business owners, government officials, industry organizations, and community organizations to build coalitions and drive projects to completion.
• Advise QTS and customer teams on enrollment, participation, and reporting activities.
• Provide strategic guidance on lease negotiations and customer interactions.
• Facilitate compliance activities and conduct regulatory monitoring in support of ongoing programs.
• Create and oversee scalable, repeatable processes and procedures.
• Ensure that all economic development initiatives are executed in an ethical manner.

What You Need to be Successful:

• Bachelor's degree in economics, business administration, related field, or professional equivalency.
• Three or more years of experience in economic development, public policy, community development, or a related field.
• Demonstrates strong problem solving and analytical skills required to correctly frame and guide critical decisions and ensure delivery of successful projects.
• Excellent written and presentation communication skills with the capacity to articulate complex technical topics to varying customer audiences.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with project and program management, reporting, and monitoring.

It Would be Great to Have:

• Three or more years of experience with hyperscale data center development projects.
• PMP Certified

The Perks (and these are just a few!):

• QRest Sabbatical           
• Employee Stock Purchase
• QTS scholarship for dependents
• Eagle Club award trip eligibility
• Paid volunteer days  
• Tuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistance

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 position is Bonus eligible.

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QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.