Data Center Construction Manager, Data Center Construction

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global other words were the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers storage networking power and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain and were looking for talented people who want to help.

Youll join a diverse team of software hardware and network engineers supply chain specialists security experts operations managers and other vital roles. Youll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And youll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

Key job responsibilities
As our Data Center Construction Manager you will build some of the most interesting electrical and mechanical systems in the world. You will be on the construction site daily interacting with the construction trades as Amazons owners representative and be directly responsible for driving cost schedule and quality while managing construction vendors and contractors building data centers.

The Data Center Construction Manager will be responsible for construction project management and oversight of construction related activities as they relate to new builds or general capital projects which includes the ownership of the project scope quality schedule and budget.

Some of the typical daily tasks of the Construction Manager:
- Direct interface with construction general contractors during the bidding award execution and project closeout/punch list phases.
- Conduct negotiations with general contractors and evaluate bids/proposals with detail and accuracy.
- Create construction project scope and request for proposals.
- Financial analysis of construction.
- Construction project management for specific initiatives aimed at increasing the resiliency of our data centers.
- Constructability reviews of electrical and mechanical designs associated with the construction of new data centers or optimization of existing data centers.
- Construction document management including submittal review RFIs change orders and invoicing.
- Construction project quality control.
- Record and report key construction metrics to team members and management.
- Drive teams to perform troubleshooting and root-cause failure analysis associated with equipment failures.
- Be a leader within the group as well as within internal and external teams that support the data center.

A day in the life
At Amazon we are all Owners and leverage unique opportunities presented to us by owning everything from the design review to construction bidding to construction execution and final hand-off to our customers. We are a diverse upbeat creative team of engineers and managers working on a daily basis to develop innovative data centers for our Customers.

About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating thats why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home theres nothing we cant achieve in the cloud.

Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS its in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

Mentorship and Career Growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.


- 5 years of construction management of large complex projects involving large-scale mechanical electrical and plumbing (MEP) plants experience
- 5 years of project management in data centers or comparable critical infrastructure experience
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- Experience in construction management of large complex projects involving large-scale mechanical electrical and plumbing (MEP) plants
- Experience as a general contractor and in vendor management (request for proposals bidding change orders quality control RFI/submittal tracking) associated with construction and project execution

- Knowledge of building codes and regulations including Life Safety BOCA NFPA NEC or OSHA
- certification such as Professional Engineer (PE) LEED or Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
- Experience defining data center system-level architecture documenting performance and equipment requirements creating and communicating conceptual designs and creating and maintaining project documentation
- Experience directly related to the design or construction of data centers or critical infrastructure or large-scale mechanical and electrical plants
- Experience in Data Center Engineering Operations with a deep understanding of electrical and mechanical data center infrastructure

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

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 $98700/year in our lowest geographic market up to $210800/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.