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Virginia Staffing

Technology, Project Manager II

Virginia Staffing, Ashburn, Virginia, United States, 22011

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Join Us At QTS Data Centers

It's 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 among the most highly trusted in the industry, positioning us at the forefront of today's dynamic digital evolution. As AI drives the demand for increased speed, capacity, and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world's economy for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds, and operates sophisticated data centers. QTS is Powered by Peoplepeople 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

You are a strategic and hands-on project leader who thrives in high-visibility, high-responsibility environments. You bring a consultative mindset, a deep understanding of project and product lifecycles, and a passion for delivering impactful business and technology solutions. You're a proactive communicator, a trusted collaborator, and a champion of continuous improvement. The Impact You Will Have

As a Project Manager II, you will lead the delivery of complex, cross-functional projects that drive business transformation and operational excellence. From infrastructure and application implementations to business process reengineering, you will ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and with high qualitywhile mentoring others and advancing project management best practices across the organization. What You Will Do

Lead multiple high-impact projects involving internal and external stakeholders across diverse locations and disciplines. Define project scope, activities, and timelines using tailored methodologies that align with business needs. Apply modern project management techniques to deliver projects that meet scope, quality, time, and cost objectives. Facilitate process improvement and reengineering efforts that enhance product development, client experience, and revenue recognition. Organize and lead project meetings, status updates, and executive steering committee presentations. Identify and mitigate project risks, manage changes, and ensure alignment with strategic goals. Build strong relationships with business stakeholders to ensure solution alignment and buy-in. Hold teams accountable for deliverables while fostering empowerment, engagement, and collaboration. Maintain deep knowledge of QTS services, systems, delivery methods, and SLAs. Balance competing resource demands across business groups. Champion continuous improvement and evolve project methodologies with innovative practices. Lead change management planning and execution to ensure successful adoption of new solutions. Promote operational excellence across all programs and initiatives. What You Will Need To Be Successful

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or equivalent professional experience. 5+ years of experience managing software implementation, system integration, or organizational change projects. Proven ability to manage technical projects using best-in-class project management practices. U.S. Citizenship (required due to federal customer contracts). Preferred Qualifications

3+ years of experience in management consulting. Experience in a data center or similar technical environment. MBA or related Master's degree. Experience in Organizational Change Management. Proficiency with MS Project. PMP and ITIL certifications. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong grasp of project management and product/system lifecycle methodologies. Proactive, driven, and results-oriented. Excellent communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences, including executives. Strategic thinker with the ability to connect project goals to broader business objectives. Consultative approach to problem-solving and stakeholder engagement. Ability to interpret and communicate technical information clearly. Experience leading diverse project types including COTS, integration, infrastructure, and process improvement. Skilled in conflict resolution and building trusted relationships across teams. The Perks

Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Paid holidays, PTO, and volunteer days. Tuition assistance, parental leave, and military leave support. QTS scholarship for dependents. Wellness programs and employee assistance resources. Bonus eligibility.