Who You Are: (Job Summary) The Energy will coordinate the procurement of utilities for QTS. This includes coordinating electricity/water/waste contracting, as well as risk management and supplier management. You will interact with various internal departments and teams, including sustainability, operations, accounting, budgeting, and sales. This position will require interacting with third-party energy-related data providers and supporting the development of a broader energy strategy for QTS. You will create and manage dashboards for energy usage, rates, spending, and carbon footprint, and interact with internal and external stakeholders. What You Will Do: (Job Responsibilities) Lead energy Procurement, support risk Management and strategy development activities. Lead carbon-free energy initiative to help QTS meet its commitment to procure 100% of its energy from carbon-free sources. Interface with energy suppliers, operations, sales, accounting, budget, and sustainability teams. Manage corporate-wide carbon-free energy balance. Manage energy efficiency projects. Lead and support strategic energy initiatives, portfolio optimization, and energy trading activities. Manage and maintain documentation, dashboards, and reports that support QTS’s energy portfolio. Stay informed on utility policies, regulatory changes, and industry trends impacting the data center and energy industry. Other duties as assigned. What You Will Need to Be Successful: (Required Qualifications, Education, Experience, Certifications) Bachelor’s Degree in science, engineering, architecture, business, law, finance, or related discipline; or equivalent professional experience. 5+ years of experience in energy contracting for conventional and renewable energy, and energy trading. Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel. Ability to prioritize, multitask, and deliver high-quality work in tight timeframes. Self-starter with a track record of demonstrated ability and willingness to learn, motivation, and dedication to excellence. Travel up to 30% required. Nice to Have: (Preferred Qualifications, Education, Experience, Certifications) Familiarity with deregulated retail market structure, market participant registration, credit requirements, etc.
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with natural gas supply and procurement options for greenfield and brownfield sites.
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with energy and transmission capacity trading.
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managing energy efficiency projects. Other Key Skills: (KSAs) Attention to details. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations at a high-growth company. Ability to prioritize, multitask, and deliver high-quality work in tight timeframes. 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) Know Your Rights (Spanish) The pay transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted 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
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Package QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents QTS Crisis Fund Wellness Program Tuition Reimbursement Program