Interior Designers

The **Data Center Interior Design Project Manager** is primarily responsible for leading and managing consistent implementation of QTS Corporate Interior Standards across multiple projects. The Data Center Interior Design PM will interact on a daily basis with Furniture Dealers, Architects, Engineers, General Contractors, specialty vendors, QTS Development, and QTS Operations staff and should have both written and oral communication skills commensurate with this level of regular communication.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

+ Manage concurrent multi-phased interior and exterior start-up and upgrade projects (e.g. office) on several campuses to achieve schedule, budget, and quality standards in a predictable fashion

+ Collaborate with QTS stakeholders, design, construction, and FF&E consultants and vendors to implement the standardized corporate interiors program for new greenfield data center developments and renovations of existing facilities

+ Write scopes of work and sketch concepts for design, construction, furniture, audio/visual, & artistic services enabling procurement and project cost estimates; level pricing proposals and create executive-facing recommendations for award

+ Support on-site activities, such as pre-installation verification, architectural punch walks, FF&E install activities, and post-installation FF&E punch walks; track punch issues for timely closeout

+ Continuously maintain and improve interior standards documents & materials library, including finishes, furniture, audio/visual, and artwork to provide predictable deliveries in a dynamic environment

+ Create and communicate updates on interior design and construction status on a regular basis suitable for executive-level reviews; effectively present renderings, floor plans, schedule, cost, and quality data in a manner supporting efficient decision-making

+ Ensure appropriate interior and architectural submittals are coordinated with vendors and internal stakeholders

+ Support entitlement and permitting needs for exterior facades, signage, etc.

+ Review and approve monthly invoices and pay applications

+ Review change order requests from vendors and contractors and negotiate pricing, coordinating with Development PMs; collaborate with Development Capital team to source appropriate funding

+ Collaborate with Sales Engineers and Product teams to aid in custom deal solutions for prospective clients’ large office design and construction

+ Represent QTS interests as participant in design & OAC weekly meetings (may lead weekly discussions, where applicable)

+ Work with the internal Development team to enhance project management processes and protocols

+ Create & build relationships that enhance QTS’s ability to be the leader in creating the World’s Most Valuable Data Center Real Estate

**BASIC QUALIFICATIONS**

+ Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Engineering or equivalent professional experience

+ Three or more years of professional experience in commercial construction/interior design practices and procedures, and project delivery methods from conceptual development through procurement to close out

+ Experience with Bluebeam & Microsoft Office suite, specifically PowerPoint for use in communicating program updates to executive level

+ Revit and AutoCAD experience preferred

+ Travel estimated at 50%

**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 talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com 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

The Data Center Interior Design Senior Project Manager is primarily responsible for leading and managing consistent implementation of QTS Corporate Interior Standards across multiple projects while overseeing overall management of Interior Design Project Managers and be a resource to help further develop management skills. The Data Center Interior Design Senior PM will interact daily with Furniture Dealers, Architects, Engineers, General Contractors, specialty vendors, QTS Development, and QTS Operations staff and should have both written and oral communication skills commensurate with this level of regular communication.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -** Other duties may be assigned.

+ Manage concurrent multi-phased interior and exterior start-up and upgrade projects (e.g. office) on several campuses to achieve schedule, budget, and quality standards in a predictable fashion

+ Monitor & create project budget / cost-to-date against overall project budget

+ Establish project schedules and manage teams to on-time completion

+ Act as a resource for Interior Design Project Managers and lower-level positions to help develop and expand management skills

+ Collaborate with QTS stakeholders, design, construction, and FF&E consultants and vendors to implement the standardized corporate interiors program for new greenfield data center developments and renovations of existing facilities

+ Write scopes of work for design, construction, furniture, audio/visual enabling procurement and project cost estimates; level pricing proposals and create executive-facing recommendations for award

+ Support on-site activities, such as pre-installation verification, architectural punch walks, FF&E install activities, and post-installation FF&E punch walks; track punch issues for timely closeout

+ Create and communicate updates on interior design and construction status on a regular basis suitable for executive-level reviews; effectively present schedule, cost, and quality data in a manner supporting efficient decision-making

+ Ensure appropriate interior and architectural submittals are coordinated with vendors and internal stakeholders

+ Review and approve monthly pay applications from the contractors

+ Review change order requests from contractors and negotiate pricing

+ Support entitlement and permitting needs for exterior facades, signage, etc.

+ Review and approve monthly invoices and pay applications

+ Review change order requests from vendors and contractors and negotiate pricing, coordinating with Development PMs; collaborate with Development Capital team to source appropriate funding

+ Collaborate with Sales Engineers and Product teams to aid in custom deal solutions for prospective clients’ large office design and construction

+ Represent QTS interests as participant in design & OAC weekly meetings (may lead weekly discussions, where applicable)

+ Establish site construction security procedures in conjunction with site security team and Site Ops

+ Develop plans for product deployment and review/communicate plans with QTS staff involved

+ Work with the internal Development team to enhance project management processes and protocols

+ Create & build relationships that enhance QTS’s ability to be the leader in creating the World’s Most Valuable Data Center Real Estate

**BASIC QUALIFICATIONS**

+ Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent professional experience

+ Six or more years of professional experience in commercial construction/interior design practices and procedures, and project delivery methods from conceptual development through procurement to close out

+ Experience with Bluebeam & Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel, MS Project or other schedule development tool

+ Travel estimated at 35%

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

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS**

+ MBA, Masters in Engineering, Management, or related field desirable

+ Experience with delivery of mission critical data center facilities

+ Extensive experience with management of MEP trades

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES**

+ Ability to prepare and present to executive leadership

+ Strong ability to coach and mentor team members

+ Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with all levels of the organization

+ Must be a capable, proven team player that both fosters and operates well within internal and external team environments.

+ Able to solve problems at a tactical and functional level

+ Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

+ Use organizational skills to determine prioritization and appropriate multitasking.

+ Perform necessary and timely follow-up, escalating appropriately if necessary.

+ Strong planning, organization, decision-making, and critical thinking skills.

+ Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, on multiple, concurrent projects of varying complexity and competing priority.

+ Exceptional communication abilities, encompassing both written and spoken forms.

+ Proven capability to work efficiently with internal departments and external collaborators.

**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.

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 talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com 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

**Your opportunity**

At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together.

The Sr. Design Manager is a proven project leader who will ensure each project reflects the retail branch’s current strategy and adheres to established design guidelines. The Sr. Design Manager will be the point of contact for projects and will be accountable to cross-functional team members for managing the design process to develop and deliver design solutions with excellence.

**What You’ll Do:**

+ Manage the process of design and implementation of design for retail branch properties

+ Provide space planning and design direction (interior and exterior) for new retail locations, renovations and expansions

+ Present design solutions visually and verbally to upper management

+ Responsible for engaging, and managing the agreements with, outsourced architects, engineers and related vendors

+ Review vendor created documents for adherence to Schwab standards and project specific direction

+ Develop positive cross-functional working relationships

+ Provide guidance and expertise for selection of furniture, finishes, and artwork

+ Develop and maintain brand standards and application guidelines

+ Provide project updates/communicate project status weekly or when called upon to do so

+ Provide clear and concise direction to meet client and company goals. Integrate and leverage colleagues to implement best design solutions.

+ Represent the design department, corporate real estate department and the clients with an exceedingly high level of professionalism

+ Able to travel 25%

**What you have**

To ensure that we fulfill our promise of “challenging the status quo,” this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have.

**Required Qualifications** **:**

+ Degree in Architecture, Interior architecture, or Interior Design

+ Minimum of 5 years of experience working in an Architecture or Interiors firm with an emphasis in retail, office, and corporate architecture

+ An ability to demonstrate successful projects with significant experience in space planning/interior design/architecture for commercial and multi-unit branded environments

+ Experience with commercial office systems furniture

+ High level of efficiency utilizing AutoCAD

+ Ability to translate complex project programs into efficient, compelling space plans

+ Significant experience in the development of branded environments through application of brand standards and instinctive layout of brand messaging, signage, graphics, materials, etc.

+ Comprehension of building codes and accessibility requirements affecting building layout

+ Knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications

+ Experience with the development and execution of corporate campus projects

+ Exceptional communications skills - ability to professionally address clients, peers, and internal business partners including senior management and outside resources/ external business partners

+ Exceptional time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects of varying sizes and complexity simultaneously

**Preferred Qualifications** **:**

+ Experience with Revit preferred

+ LEED certification is a bonus

+ Operational understanding of Bluebeam, Sketch up, Photoshop, illustrator, and acrobat is desired

**What’s in it for you**

At Schwab, we’re committed to empowering our employees’ personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you’ll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:

+ 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan

+ Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions

+ Paid parental leave and family building benefits

+ Tuition reimbursement

+ Health, dental, and vision insurance

What’s in it for you:

At Schwab, we’re committed to empowering our employees’ personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you’ll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:

401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions

Paid parental leave and family building benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Schwab is an affirmative action employer, focused on employing and advancing in employment, qualified women, racial and ethnic minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities in the workplace. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, contact Human Resources at applicantaccessibility@schwab.com or call 800-275-1281.