Sr. Pre-Construction Manager, D&C

Amazons Global Engineering Services (GES) North America Design & Construction team is seeking a Senior Preconstruction Manager to serve as Amazons senior owners representative during the preconstruction phase of facility this role you will autonomously manage complex cross-functional industrial preconstruction projects from site selection and validation through design management permitting and contract execution for new builds retrofits expansions and program initiatives across your assigned region.
You will own project budgets oversee design management end-to-end select and manage external vendor partners and lead project procurement while partnering with internal teams including Real Estate Design Engineering Finance and Construction and external stakeholders including architects engineers developers landlords and permitting agencies. You are accountable for a clean well-defined handoff to the Construction Manager and you remain a senior authority and support resource for the construction team throughout the project lifecycle.

Projects include fulfillment centers sortation centers delivery stations and auxiliary buildings supporting Amazons logistics network ranging from targeted renovations to large-scale new facility builds. You will deliver a mix of tactical and strategic initiatives (60% tactical / 40% strategic) that impact multiple teams and geographies and you will guide and mentor other preconstruction managers while contributing to the development of Amazons construction community.

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
Autonomously manage complex cross-functional industrial pre-construction projects from site selection through design completion permitting and contract execution
Work with internal and external stakeholders including Real Estate Design Engineering Entitlements Construction Finance Launch/Startup architects engineers permitting agencies developers and landlords to secure resources scope infrastructure builds set priorities and milestones and drive delivery to meet deadlines
Oversee design management end-to-end including design evaluations conformance reviews and value engineering assessments
Own project budgets and oversee spend approvals; perform conceptual estimating pricing reviews schedule tracking and cashflow forecasting
Lead external partner selection contract negotiations and project procurement functions
Manage vendor procurement and oversee professional service providers ensuring their skills and competencies meet project requirements
Coordinate with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for permitting regulatory compliance and approvals; understand and apply zoning planning fire code and building code requirements
Review and analyze design and construction contracts related exhibits and lease agreements; provide detailed analysis and approvals of technical matters and site-specific deal structures and terms
Review additional reports including noise and traffic studies and environmental assessments
Partner with the Transaction team and developers to optimize schedule and strategy for entitlements and long-lead procurement
Monitor project performance metrics anticipate roadblocks and risks manage escalations and drive corrective actions
Resolve complex issues; make and defend trade-off decisions between short-term and long-term needs to internal stakeholders
Write effective narratives and present complex decisions and trade-offs to Directors and VPs
Lead large cross-functional teams; skillfully motivate and focus people of all levels to deliver complex projects
Champion Amazons safety programs and standards across all internal and external project teams during preconstruction
Drive continuous improvement; develop sustainable repeatable processes and playbooks for the team and region
Learn to force multiply drive adoption of best practices and elevate the performance of teams and partners
Guide pre-construction managers in best practices in stakeholder management and project delivery
Contribute to developing Amazons internal and external construction networks


A day in the life
Each day you represent GES NA Design & Construction as Amazons senior owner during the preconstruction phase executing autonomously leading with no authority and influencing the best project decisions across your region. Your day may include leading design reviews with architects and engineers negotiating contract terms with developers and consultants presenting trade-off decisions to senior leadership coordinating with AHJ on permitting and code requirements mentoring peers and developing process improvements based on lessons learned.

Amazon Benefits:
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
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 skill sets. If youre passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale please apply!

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.

- Bachelors degree in Architecture Construction Management Engineering or a related field
- 7 years of experience as an Architect Engineer Construction Manager Development Manager Owners Project Management Representative or in a related commercial development or construction discipline
- 7 years of project management experience from design phase through implementation and operation including negotiating construction procurement and labor contracts
- Experience within packaging processing or logistical facilities with complex equipment or comparable experience

- Advanced degree or certification in Architecture Engineering Construction Management or Business Administration
- Experience operating across at least two disciplines within the construction industry (e.g. General Contracting Owners Representation Commercial Development Engineering & Design or Owners Project Management)
- Demonstrated capability in planning design review implementation and project management/control of new structures and enhancement of existing facilities
- Experience managing multi-disciplinary design incorporating industrial automation robotics or similar
- Strong influencing and negotiating skills; demonstrated ability to lead with no authority and build consensus across diverse Demonstrated success communicating complex decisions and trade-offs to senior leadership (Director/VP level)
- Experience developing and implementing preconstruction processes playbooks or best practice frameworks
- Experience mentoring and developing junior preconstruction professionals
- Knowledge of Building Information Construction Managers Association of America (CMAA) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent

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.

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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 AZ Tempe - 90300.00 - 158000.00 USD annually
USA CA Santa Monica - 90300.00 - 158000.00 USD annually
USA IL Chicago - 90300.00 - 158000.00 USD annually
USA MA Boston - 90300.00 - 158000.00 USD annually
USA NY New York - 103800.00 - 181600.00 USD annually
USA TN Nashville - 81200.00 - 142200.00 USD annually
USA TX Austin - 90300.00 - 158000.00 USD annually
USA VA Arlington - 90300.00 - 158000.00 USD annually
USA WA Bellevue - 90300.00 - 158000.00 USD annually