Construction Manager , Design & Construction (GEMS)

Amazons Global Engineering Services (GES) North America Design & Construction team is seeking a Construction Manager to serve as Amazons owners representative in the delivery of built facilities and infrastructure supporting our logistics this role you will manage the full construction lifecycle from design review and contractor procurement through construction execution and operational handover for new builds retrofits expansions and program initiatives across your assigned region.

You will be the primary point of interface between Amazon and its external partners including developers general contractors design engineers and regulatory authorities while serving as the key integrator between construction and the internal Amazon teams responsible for equipping furnishing and operating our facilities. Projects range from targeted renovations to large-scale new facility builds including fulfillment centers sortation centers delivery stations and auxiliary buildings.

This role requires strong technical construction expertise sharp commercial acumen and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects independently. You will bring a disciplined approach to safety budget management schedule oversight contract execution and stakeholder communication all in service of delivering world-class facilities for Amazons customers.

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. Relocation assistance may be provided.


Key job responsibilities
Serve as Amazons owners representative and primary construction integrator across all assigned projects
Manage multiple concurrent projects from design phase through construction completion and operational handover
Conduct detailed reviews of contractor bid packages budgets and schedules; identify and resolve discrepancies
Own comprehensive budget tracking cashflow forecasting and cost management
Negotiate construction procurement and labor contracts with developers and general contractors
Audit contractor performance to ensure skills competencies and resources meet project requirements
Coordinate with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for permitting regulatory compliance and approvals
Review construction documents and ongoing work for conformance to Amazons building specifications and design standards
Identify and resolve design conflicts schedule clashes and coordination gaps across Amazon execution teams
Coach and guide project teams developers design engineers contractors subcontractors and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
Champion Amazons safety programs and hold all project parties accountable to a safety-first culture
Maintain clear concise and transparent communication with all internal and external stakeholders
Assess project performance through KPIs for safety quality cost schedule and sustainability
Partner with teams responsible for facility transition base building management and turnover documentation
Identify value engineering and design enhancement opportunities in collaboration with internal engineering partners
Seek sustainable environmentally responsible solutions throughout the construction process


A day in the life
Each day you act as Amazons owner on the ground ensuring the safe on-time and on-budget execution of construction projects across your region. Your day may include:
Coordinating with general contractors on project status upcoming milestones and emerging risks
Reviewing and responding to RFIs submittals change order requests and schedule updates
Participating in AOC meetings and driving accountability across the project team
Conducting site visits to verify construction quality and safety compliance
Updating Amazons project management systems with current budget schedule and status information
Collaborating with internal stakeholders on facility readiness equipment coordination and operational handover planning
Reviewing design documents and providing feedback to engineering and design partners




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- Bachelors degree in Architecture Construction Management Engineering or a related field
- 5 years of experience as an Architect Engineer Construction Manager or in a related construction discipline
- 5 years of project management experience spanning design phase through construction completion and operational handover
- 5 years of experience negotiating construction procurement and/or labor contracts
- 5 years of proficiency with AutoCAD and/or BIM and scheduling software (Primavera MS Project or similar)

- Experience across at least two disciplines within the construction industry (e.g. General Contracting Owners Representation Commercial Development Engineering & Design)
- Demonstrated success communicating project requirements to diverse audiences including senior leadership public officials vendors and operational teams
- Experience in facilities management including planning design review implementation and project controls
- Experience managing concurrent projects in a program management capacity
- Experience with vendor and contractor/subcontractor negotiation and management skills associated with construction and project execution

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

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at MA Boston - 77400.00 - 135400.00 USD annually
USA NY New York - 89000.00 - 155800.00 USD annually
USA TN Nashville - 69700.00 - 122000.00 USD annually
USA TX Austin - 77400.00 - 135400.00 USD annually
USA TX Houston - 77400.00 - 135400.00 USD annually
USA TX Irving - 77400.00 - 135400.00 USD annually