Manager, Utility Asset Management

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The Manager Utility Asset Management is responsible for the safe reliable and efficient operation of utility infrastructure supporting QTS data center operations. This position serves as the primary liaison between Utility Development Facilities Operations Engineering Operations Support Center (OSC) and third-party service providers to ensure utility assets are operated and maintained in accordance with established safety operational and business objectives.

This role will lead regional utility asset management programs and operational readiness initiatives ensuring effective maintenance governance contractor oversight and successful turnover of high-voltage substations and utility infrastructure throughout the QTS portfolio. The Manager drives operational excellence by developing standards improving processes and supporting long-term reliability and lifecycle management strategies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Other duties may be assigned.

• Lead operational readiness and turnover activities for utility infrastructure transitioning into operations.

• Develop and maintain utility operations maintenance and governance programs that support safe and reliable asset performance.

• Manage third-party operations and maintenance providers including contract administration vendor qualification performance management and service-level compliance.

• Develop and oversee utility training and workforce qualification programs.

• Partner with Facilities Operations Engineering Utility Development EHS Procurement and external partners to support operational objectives.

• Support asset reliability maintenance planning lifecycle management and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Monitor operational performance metrics and drive corrective actions to improve safety reliability and availability.

• Provide subject matter expertise related to high-voltage utility operations maintenance and asset management practices.

• Support budgeting forecasting and strategic planning efforts associated with utility operations and maintenance programs.

• Travel as required to support operational activities project turnover vendor oversight and site assessments.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Construction Management Energy Management or a related technical discipline.

• Minimum seven (7) years of experience in utility operations utility asset management power generation transmission distribution renewable energy or related industries.

• Minimum five (5) years of direct experience supporting the operation maintenance commissioning engineering construction or asset management of high-voltage substations operating at 69kV or greater.

• Demonstrated experience managing utility infrastructure assets in energized environments.

• Experience managing service providers maintenance contracts and external vendors.

• Strong understanding of utility operations maintenance programs operational readiness and commissioning processes.

• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing stakeholders across multiple business functions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supporting hyperscale data center utility transmission generation or large industrial electrical infrastructure.

• Experience developing technical training and qualification programs.

• Experience with ServiceNow CMMS platforms or enterprise asset management systems.

• Professional Engineer (PE) PMP NETA NICET or other industry-recognized certification.

• Experience managing geographically dispersed asset portfolios.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong understanding of high-voltage electrical systems and substation operations.

• Working knowledge of OSHA NFPA 70E NESC and utility industry safety standards.

• Strong communication presentation and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to develop and implement operational processes standards and governance frameworks.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and business reporting tools.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to travel up to 30%.

• Ability to access operational substation and construction environments.

• Ability to wear applicable personal protective equipment (PPE) and safely perform site assessments in energized electrical environments.

• Ability to work in various weather conditions and industrial settings as required.

In accordance with applicable law the following represents a reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this role if hired in Virginia. Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Virginia only and this role is open to candidates outside of Virginia with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidates starting salary will be determined based on permissible non-discriminatory factors such as skills experience and geographic location.

The estimated pay range for this role if based in Virginia is:

Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Virginia only and this role is open to candidates outside of Virginia with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidates starting salary will be determined based on permissible non-discriminatory factors such as skills experience and geographic location.

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
• Military Benefits Package
• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
• QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
• QTS Crisis Fund
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

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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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