Equipment Quality Program Manager - Electrical
About this role
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 supporting our customers’ most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation.
As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world’s most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone.
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.
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.
We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.
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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 talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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