Utility Engagement Program Manager
QTS Data Centers15 days ago
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OnsiteFull-timeSenior
Summary
QTS Data Centers is seeking a Utility Engagement Program Manager to join their team in the Greater Phoenix Area. The role involves executing early-stage power engagement and coordinating with utilities to support data center development.
About the Role
As a Utility Engagement Program Manager, you will lead direct engagement with power utilities, conduct power market intelligence, support the negotiation and execution of power contracts, and collaborate with various internal teams to align utility timelines with customer needs. This role requires high-level cross-functional leadership and influence without direct management responsibilities.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, energy management, business, or equivalent professional experience.
- Seven or more years of experience in utility, energy, or large-load infrastructure projects.
- Experience engaging directly with utilities and ISOs/RTOs, including familiarity with application processes and contract negotiations.
- Ability to travel up to 40-50% as needed to support utility relationships and site diligence.
- Demonstrated experience collaborating across multiple internal functions and working with senior-level stakeholders.
- U.S. Citizenship required due to federal contract considerations.
Preferred:
- 7 or more years of experience building and maintaining utility industry relationships.
- Background in large-scale transmission/distribution assessments, including feasibility studies and project scoping.
- Familiarity with the utility study process, interconnection requirements, and service-agreement structures.
- Experience supporting negotiation or development of ESAs, PPAs, or LEAs.
- Understanding of energy markets, renewable procurement, and large-load transmission planning.
- Experience supporting a large, multi-site portfolio of development projects.
QTS Data Centers
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.
Greater Phoenix Area