Amazon opened its virtual doors in 1995 and strives to be the worlds most customercentric company where customers can find and discover anything they might want to buy online.
The PreConstruction Manager will be a key part of the engineering team and will be responsible for project managing new builttosuit industrial building projects in planning design and preconstruction. In addition to builttosuit projects a candidate will also need to be wellversed in tenant improvement and renovation projects. This will include the extension of existing facilities and any new sites. The PreConstruction Manager will play an integral role in the development and implementation of the North American facility network infrastructure. This role will analyze and evaluate different facility scenarios and buildout designs. In addition this candidate has to support the standardization of the technical and facility related processes and systems.
This opportunity combines construction engineering planning project management facilities management and contract management.
Key job responsibilities
Obtain and document all specifics regarding projects from site selection and transaction management. Research and compile all available information for site.
Provide coordination of all engineering and architectural specifications for each building type including but not limited to internal composite coordination sitespecific information including site surveys existing drawings and site visits transportation and traffic control internal build requirement sheet (BRS) requirements and specific line of business (LOB) requirements/standards.
Coordinate initial architectural design and permit submittals as required.
Develop and provide supporting documents for lease execution for example site plans work letters schedules phasing plans etc.
Understand zoning code/planning department fire code and building code interpretations.
Manage the project schedule (from predesign to construction) and identifying areas for acceleration along with understanding jurisdictional plan review durations.
Develop initial construction schedules and sequences for phasing of construction if necessary.
Creation of construction estimates for capital requests and other planning efforts.
Manage due diligence and corresponding cost utility and other coordination efforts prior to construction handoff.
Provide complete and accurate documentation for construction handoff including but not limited to contacts drawings permit status lease language & exhibits capital request breakdown any land load (LL) contributions or reimbursements and any other work product that has been completed by PreConstruction.
Lead internal Amazon managers and stakeholders.
Lead special initiatives for the business that align with Amazons longterm goals.
Maintain repository for all preconstruction work product by site.
This role requires 60% regional travel and availability to work from a corporate office when not traveling. Candidates should either live near or be willing to relocate within a reasonable commuting distance of the office.
A day in the life
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly wed still love to hear from you! At Amazon we value people with unique backgrounds experiences and skillsets. If youre passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale please apply!
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location the number of regularly scheduled hours you work length of employment and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular fulltime employees include:
1. Medical Dental and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan
Bachelors Degree or 5 or more years of experience in commercial or industrial construction as an Engineer Construction Manager General Contractor PM Owners Representative Commercial Developer or similar constructionrelated disciplines
5 or more years Project Management experience
5 or more years of experience negotiating construction procurement and labor contracts
Masters degree in Architecture Engineering Business or Construction Management
Ability to effectively communicate Amazon requirements to various audiences (e.g. senior management peers public officials vendors etc.)
Ability in the planning and design and project management / control of new and the enhancement of existing facility buildings
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $69700/year in our lowest geographic market up to $155800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.