Land Development Project Specialist
QTS Data CentersDenver, CO
Full Time
Posted July 22, 2026
$89k - $136k
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- Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 5, 2026
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Job Description
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Key Responsibilities
- Support Predevelopment Project Managers and Acquisitions teams with necessary upfront diligence workstreams including researching jurisdictional databases and codes prior to Purchase and Sale Agreement execution
- Assist with the preparation of predevelopments budgets and management of project cashflow forecasts
- Assist with the creation of updates on development program initiatives & project status on a monthly basis suitable for executive level reviews.
- Support real estate due diligence efforts on potential or new land banks and properties, including evaluating opportunities to design & build new data centers by working with key stakeholders: Corporate Real Estate, Connectivity, Power & Construction teams.
- Support the development of entitlement & permit schedules for new properties and data centers
- Participate in design, entitlement, and permit activities for key projects as assigned, new greenfield and brownfield projects
- Ensure designs are consistent with QTS approved standards & evaluate areas where standards should be improved
- Supports continuous improvement of company predevelopment process and drives efficiency of standardized property development approach though collaboration with internal stakeholders Create & build relationships that enhance QTS’s ability to be a leader in creating the World’s Most Valuable Data Center Real Estate
- Assist with special projects as needed
- Other duties may be assigned.
- The Land Development Project Specialist is primarily responsible for supporting the predevelopment activities for the business. The Project Specialist will interact on a regular basis with the predevelopment Project Manager and internal stakeholders in various departments including Corporate Real Estate, Development, Engineering and Data Center Operations staff. Predevelopment analysts should have both written and oral communication skills commensurate with this level of regular communication.
- Support Predevelopment Project Managers and Acquisitions teams with necessary upfront diligence workstreams including researching jurisdictional databases and codes prior to Purchase and Sale Agreement execution
- Assist with the preparation of predevelopments budgets and management of project cashflow forecasts
- Assist with the creation of updates on development program initiatives & project status on a monthly basis suitable for executive level reviews.
- Support real estate due diligence efforts on potential or new land banks and properties, including evaluating opportunities to design & build new data centers by working with key stakeholders: Corporate Real Estate, Connectivity, Power & Construction teams.
- Support the development of entitlement & permit schedules for new properties and data centers
- Participate in design, entitlement, and permit activities for key projects as assigned, new greenfield and brownfield projects
- Ensure designs are consistent with QTS approved standards & evaluate areas where standards should be improved
- Supports continuous improvement of company predevelopment process and drives efficiency of standardized property development approach though collaboration with internal stakeholders Create & build relationships that enhance QTS’s ability to be a leader in creating the World’s Most Valuable Data Center Real Estate
- Assist with special projects as needed
- Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in science, Business, Engineering or equivalent professional experience
- Recommended for S2: Typically requires a minimum of 1 - 2 years of related experience.
- Entry point into sales roles.
- May require formal occupational training or certification.
- Operative/Technician roles will typically operate more complex machinery/processes.
- One to three years of professional experience in commercial development or real estate practices and procedures, including management of property due diligence workstreams, entitlement and permit pursuit, design management project delivery methods from conceptual development through construction handoff.
- Experience with Microsoft Office suite, specifically PowerPoint for use in communicating program updates to executive level, and Excel to create and maintain site program & individual project budgets
- MBA, master's in engineering, Management, or related field desirable
- Experience with delivery of mission critical data center facilities
- Experience with management of Civil Design
Benefits & Perks
- 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.
- In accordance with applicable law, the following represents a reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this role if hired in Colorado. Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Colorado only, and this role is open to candidates outside of Colorado with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidate’s 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 Colorado, is:
- $88,963.50 - 136,048.92
- Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Colorado only, and this role is open to candidates outside of Colorado with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location. 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 savings account; paid holidays; paid time off; employee assistance program; and other company benefits.
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