Architectural Design Manager, GES Design and Construction
Architectural Design Manager, GES Design and Construction
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Amazon is seeking an Architectural Design Manager with proficiency to support the development and implementation of technical design standards across multiple Global Customer Fulfillment (GCF) building programs. This role will serve as the primary liaison between key internal Amazon design stakeholder team and the GCF Design and Construction team. This role will aid design development and increase standardization across all Amazon GCF building programs and sites. This role will directly manage the development quality review and distribution of major technical design standards across FC projects in North American.. The successful candidate will have extensive project management experience leading all phases of design including programming schematic design design development constructability reviews and construction administration on projects that include industrial warehouse fulfillment facilities and/or manufacturing facilities. The successful candidate will also have a proven record of leading multi-discipline coordination and change management on design and construction projects including Building Design Standards development Value Engineering (VE) and cost/schedule mitigation measures. This candidate must perform well in a fast-paced multi-project environment and be capable of prioritizing critical work on each project.
At Amazon we are a diverse driven and creative team of design professionals managers and leaders working to develop and construct facilities that are changing the world of customer fulfillment.
The role will include up to 60% travel to domestic construction sites.
Key job responsibilities
Lead development and implementation of business-critical economical innovative and sustainable GCF technical design standards/templates.
Demonstrated capability in the planning design review & implementation and project management /control of new structures & the enhancement of existing facility buildings.
Review organize and distribute design standards.
Support pre-construction and construction teams in the consistent execution of the standards.
Serve as primary technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Architectural systems during design reviews of multiple building program standards templates and site-specific designs on Amazon GCF program buildings
Engage stakeholders to drive alignment on key issues design practices new building designs and initiatives with the focus of reducing the cost of construction and maintenance while enhancing associate experience and operational excellence.
Lead design development with third-party architects engineers subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
Adapt to constant change and innovation to Think Big and work outside of your comfort zone and create adaptable solutions for an evolving business.
Demonstrate success in communicating design requirements to various audiences (e.g. senior management peers public officials vendors etc.)
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 full-time employees include:
1. Medical Dental and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan
About the team
At Amazon we are all owners and leverage unique opportunities presented to us by owning everything from the design review permitting to construction bidding and consultant during construction execution prior to final hand-off to our internal stakeholder. We are a diverse upbeat creative team of designers engineers and managers working daily to develop innovative sustainable facilities and efficient innovative buildings for our customers. We focus on Delivering Results our speed for Bias for Action and Insisting on the Highest Standards for our customers.
- 7 years of project management real estate development architecture/design experience
- Bachelors degree
- An advanced degree certification or Masters degree in Architecture Engineering Construction Management or Masters of Business.
- Experience operating within at least two disciplines in the construction industry which could consist of General Contracting Owners Representation Commercial Development Engineering & Design owners project management representative or similar.
- Experience managing multi-disciplinary design incorporating industrial automation robotics or similar.
- Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM).
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees supervisors and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees supervisors and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal state and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies exercise sound judgment effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $81200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $181600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on 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.
At Amazon we are a diverse driven and creative team of design professionals managers and leaders working to develop and construct facilities that are changing the world of customer fulfillment.
The role will include up to 60% travel to domestic construction sites.
Key job responsibilities
Lead development and implementation of business-critical economical innovative and sustainable GCF technical design standards/templates.
Demonstrated capability in the planning design review & implementation and project management /control of new structures & the enhancement of existing facility buildings.
Review organize and distribute design standards.
Support pre-construction and construction teams in the consistent execution of the standards.
Serve as primary technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Architectural systems during design reviews of multiple building program standards templates and site-specific designs on Amazon GCF program buildings
Engage stakeholders to drive alignment on key issues design practices new building designs and initiatives with the focus of reducing the cost of construction and maintenance while enhancing associate experience and operational excellence.
Lead design development with third-party architects engineers subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
Adapt to constant change and innovation to Think Big and work outside of your comfort zone and create adaptable solutions for an evolving business.
Demonstrate success in communicating design requirements to various audiences (e.g. senior management peers public officials vendors etc.)
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 full-time employees include:
1. Medical Dental and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan
About the team
At Amazon we are all owners and leverage unique opportunities presented to us by owning everything from the design review permitting to construction bidding and consultant during construction execution prior to final hand-off to our internal stakeholder. We are a diverse upbeat creative team of designers engineers and managers working daily to develop innovative sustainable facilities and efficient innovative buildings for our customers. We focus on Delivering Results our speed for Bias for Action and Insisting on the Highest Standards for our customers.
- 7 years of project management real estate development architecture/design experience
- Bachelors degree
- An advanced degree certification or Masters degree in Architecture Engineering Construction Management or Masters of Business.
- Experience operating within at least two disciplines in the construction industry which could consist of General Contracting Owners Representation Commercial Development Engineering & Design owners project management representative or similar.
- Experience managing multi-disciplinary design incorporating industrial automation robotics or similar.
- Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM).
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees supervisors and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees supervisors and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal state and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies exercise sound judgment effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $81200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $181600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on 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.
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