Principal DCIM - Controls Build Quality Engineer (CBQE)

QTS Data Centers is a leading provider of data center solutions, and they are seeking a Principal DCIM - Controls Build Quality Engineer (CBQE) to lead the implementation of Building Management Systems for new data center construction projects. This role involves managing relationships with key partners, driving standardization, and ensuring that all controls systems meet stringent design and quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Support the selection, evaluation, and commercial review of General Contractor System Integrators (CSI) and controls contractors
• Lead and manage CSI performance throughout all project phases, including calibrations, quality assurance, and resolution of escalated issues
• Serve as the primary point of escalation for system integrator quality concerns and drive issue resolution to closure
• Onboard and lead General Contractor BMS Leads, CSI, and Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) controls contractors
• Support commercial terms and conditions review and evaluation
• Coordinate and manage packaged equipment factory-installed controls audits and BMS commissioning audits, tracking deficiencies to completion
• Facilitate large multi-stakeholder meetings and weekly cross-functional (XFN) meetings with internal and external teams to align on project status, risks, and next steps
• Review, understand, and ensure project-level adherence to the issued revision of the DIV25 specification and all design deliverables
• Drive consistency and standardization across all buildings, system integrators, and installation contractors, ensuring alignment with QTS standards and specifications
• Perform BMS, PLC, and SCADA inspections (wiring, installation, commissioning) and validate project status and progress
• Oversee installation and build quality of PLC systems and SCADA platforms
• Ensure the quality and functionality of BMS and SCADA implementations, including graphical interface alarms, trends, and graphics
• Provide on-site commissioning (Cx) support, including vendor calibrations and witness testing
• Support the project benchmark and mock-up process to ensure consistency
• Work with Construction Managers and General Contractors to ensure the creation, accuracy, and maintenance of logical schedules for all controls activities
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with controls architecture, including single points of failure and redundancy requirements
• Support custom tooling and integration into construction processes
• Support cross-functional program initiatives that impact controls delivery
• Leverage project data to identify early finish dates for detailed design delivery
• Manage issue resolution from identification to closure, ensuring all issues are documented, tracked, and resolved in a timely manner
• Support RFI creation, tracking, and timely closure
• Document and communicate controls-related issues and resolutions to all stakeholders
• Conduct regular site visits to assess installation quality, commissioning progress, and system integrator performance
• Provide hands-on support for installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of BMS, PLC, and SCADA systems

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in instrumentation and controls programming/installation, general contractor MEP coordination/project management, and commissioning (mechanical and electrical) of data centers or other large-scale mission-critical buildings
• 3+ years of experience with programming/designing HVAC control systems and electrical power monitoring
• Bachelor's degree (Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent) or relevant work experience
• Experience with industrial automation and building management control systems (PLC/DDC)
• Experience with Autodesk, CxAlloy, ACC Build, and Procore platforms
• Experience with PLC, SCADA, and OPC UA systems
• Certifications: cGMP, CAP (Certified Automation Professional), PMP (Project Management Professional)
• Experience with Rockwell and Inductive Automation Ignition platforms