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The **Federal Program Manager** will lead and oversee complex, technology-focused customer programs within QTS Federal. This role is accountable for planning, executing, and advancing the federal strategy to support federal programs and corporate initiatives. The Federal Program Manager collaborates with internal and external teams to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and fulfillment of business requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Provide overall leadership and management to large strategic government programs.

+ Act as the customer's primary point of contact for all technical, administrative, leadership, quality, and contractual elements of the project

+ Lead and coordinate the planning, scheduling, and resourcing of projects to adhere to program requirements. Responsible for identifying risks and driving remediation.

+ Lead client facing meetings related to requirements gathering, solutions design, and status updates during service delivery.

+ Monitor and evaluate contract deliverables for operational effectiveness, efficiency, benefits, and contract compliance.

+ Identify and resolve operational and performance gaps; implement changes and drive corporate improvements.

+ Understand the operating models of internal organizations to promote effective communication. These groups include, but are not limited to: Sales, Facility Operations, Property Development, Implementation, Technology Operations, and Security.

+ Assist with the Federal strategy by providing assessments of project performance, understanding program and customer needs, and advocating for customer success.

+ Provide analysis of existing processes and assist with identifying future trends or the need for new standards.

+ Other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

+ 5+ years of program management and/or technical project management experience

+ Experience presenting technical information to executives

+ Experience with Microsoft Office suite, specifically PowerPoint, Excel, and Project

+ United States Citizenship

+ Ability to obtain a TS security clearance.

+ US Citizenship for this position is required by law due to federal customer contracts

+ This role may require between 5% and 20% travel

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ 10+ years of program management and/or technical project management experience

+ PMP Certification or equivalent

+ Experience with Federal Government or data center program management

+ Active TS security clearance with eligibility for additional accesses as needed

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

+ Develop effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

+ Effective written and oral communication at both the working level and executive level

+ Ability to manage and prioritize multiple concurrent projects

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, specifically PowerPoint, Excel, and Project

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.

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.

The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here:

Know Your Rights (English) (http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf)

Know Your Rights (Spanish)

The pay transparency policy is available here:

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp\_%20English\_formattedESQA508c.pdf)

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.

It’s exhilarating to find yourself at a pivotal moment in history— and even more so to be leading the way. At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation. Our world-class data centers empower our customers’ most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure.

As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader. We are committed to connecting the globe for good. Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide. In addition to our cutting-edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals.

At QTS, we are _Powered by People_ . Our team members are the cornerstone of our culture, innovation, and growth. They are mission-driven, resourceful, and committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. Together, we’re achieving remarkable things and shaping the future of digital infrastructure.

And we’d like to invite you to join us.

In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:

+ 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 for primary and secondary caregivers

+ Military Benefits Package

+ QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program

+ QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents

+ QTS Crisis Fund

+ Wellness Program

+ Tuition Reimbursement Program