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Quality Technology Services, LLC Development Project Engineer (Designer: Civil, Structural, Architectural) in Richmond, Virginia
Who we are:
It's pretty exciting to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It’s even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our customers’ most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation.
As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world’s most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone.
QTS is Powered by People. People who play a vital role in our company’s culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission driven. Together, we do great things.
Who You Are:
The Designer: Civil, Structural, Architectural is an early‑career role responsible for supporting architectural, civil, and/or structural design activities across mission‑critical development projects. This position assists with design, preconstruction, and construction efforts and plays a key role in coordinating design deliverables, maintaining standards, and supporting project execution.
The Designer works closely with Facilities, Contractors, Architects, Engineers, Commissioning Agents, Vendors, and Data Center Operations teams. This role requires strong written and verbal communication skills and a willingness to learn and grow within a property development and design organization.
What You Will Do:
Support design, preconstruction, and construction activities for assigned projects
Review drawing packages for adherence to established design standards
Collaborate with internal and external design teams to ensure designs meet company standards, local codes, and AHJ requirements
Coordinate schedules for design deliverables and manage design workflows
Perform preliminary technical reviews of design drawings and calculations
Research technical topics and support design development efforts
Partner with internal and external stakeholders to define project scope requirements and communicate deviations from standards
Work with construction, commissioning, and risk management teams to respond to RFIs and value design inquiries
Support project teams in resolving design issues identified during construction and commissioning
Work with consultants to develop and review architectural, civil, or structural calculations for compliance with design standards
Manage the standards process, including:
Design drawings
Specifications
Basis of Design (BODs)
Sequence of Operations (SOOs)
BIM models and related documentation
Typically support 1–3 projects concurrently
The Impact You Will Have:
Tasks are generally well defined
Follows established design and engineering standards and best practices
Regular guidance and oversight are expected
Makes decisions for own work and deliverables
Collaborates closely with peers
May mentor Interns
What You Will Need to be Successful (basic qualifications):
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent professional experience
0–4+ years of related professional experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, specifically:
PowerPoint for communicating project updates
Excel for summarizing design deliverables and calculations
Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in property design, engineering, development, or construction
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time (typically once per month for 2–3 days)
U.S. Citizenship required due to federal customer contracts
Other Key Skills:
Prior experience designing architectural, civil, or structural systems for:
Data centers
Construction, operations, or facility maintenance
Basic knowledge of architectural, civil, or structural industry standards, procedures, and methodologies
Basic understanding of architectural, civil, or structural systems and their integration into mission‑critical environments
Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to leadership and non‑engineers
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface across all organizational levels
Proven team player who collaborates effectively with internal and external partners
Strong problem‑solving skills at a tactical level
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
The Perks (and these are just a few!):
Q-Rest Sabbatical
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
QTS scholarship for dependents
Eagle Club Award Trip Eligibility
Paid Volunteer and Floating days
Tuition Assistance, Parental Leave and Military Leave Assistance
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