Utility Development Program Manager

Overview In this role you will lead planning and execution of utility infrastructure for QTS data center campuses across North America. You will interface with energy leaders, developers, and operations to ensure timely power delivery and interconnection. You will manage substation and transmission line design, permitting, and construction, plus budgets and schedules. You will coordinate with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and gas providers to energize sites. This role offers high-impact work shaping critical infrastructure at scale. Compensation / Benefitsmedical, dental, vision401(k) retirement planflexible spending accounts and HSApaid holidayspaid time offtuition assistance ResponsibilitiesDefine and execute a plan for timely power delivery to development sitesAssess utility capacity and interconnection feasibility for new sitesManage partners and consultants for substation and transmission line design/constructionLead standardization of substation design and distribution feedsCoordinate transmission line development: routing, ROW, permitting, and easement strategySupport interconnection with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and regulators to energize sitesManage budgets and forecasts for substation and transmission line workDevelop equipment specifications and procure long-lead substation and transmission line materialsOversee construction of multiple substation/transmission line sitesTrack power delivery timelines and interdependence of interconnectionsSupport natural gas utility development: routing, service agreements, permitting, and alignment with campus needs Key requirementsBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction, or equivalent experience7+ years of medium/high-voltage substation, transmission line, or utility infrastructure construction management experienceDemonstrated experience leading complex utility or infrastructure projectsWorking knowledge of transmission line design, construction, interconnection, and natural gas utility processesProficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint for exec reports, Excel for budgets)Ability to travel up to 50%Strong verbal and written communication skillsFlexible and adaptable in a high-growth environmentAbility to build and maintain relationships with utilities, providers, and regulatorsHigh- and medium-voltage electrical design or constructionSubstationsTransmission lines (overhead and underground)