Project Manager Regional SME, US-East CPI

CPI is seeking an experienced Project Manager SME to provide strategic leadership and technical expertise within Amazons Critical Projects Implementation (CPI) team. This role will drive regional and AMER-wide initiatives establish best practices and contribute to complex infrastructure improvement projects across our data center portfolio. The position requires an exceptional leader who can influence cross-functional stakeholders mentor team members and shape the technical direction of critical infrastructure projects while ensuring operational excellence. Position requires up to 25% travel to support projects and initiatives as required.
This role requires an exceptional leader who can balance strategic thinking with tactical execution drive technical excellence across multiple projects and influence without direct authority. The successful candidate will shape the future of Amazons data center infrastructure while maintaining operational excellence and fostering innovation.


Key job responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Program Management:
Develop and implement comprehensive solutions for critical infrastructure improvements across multiple regions
Establish standardized methodologies and best practices for project execution across the CPI portfolio
Drive strategic initiatives that optimize space power and cooling utilization in operational data centers
Provide technical support and direction for multiple complex high-impact projects simultaneously
Lead risk assessment and mitigation strategies at both project and program levels

Technical Excellence & Innovation:
Serve as the technical resource for complex electrical mechanical controls and architectural first of kind projects and program rollouts
Develop and implement quality standards and technical requirements for CPI projects
Identify and champion opportunities for systematic improvements and cost optimization

Cross-functional Leadership & Influence:
Build and maintain strategic relationships with senior leadership including Engineers Managers and Directors
Mentor project managers and technical team members
Lead cross-functional reviews and discussions to drive alignment on complex technical issues
Influence design standards via constructability reviews across multiple organizations
Collaborate with Principal Engineers and Product teams to shape technical direction

Leadership Competencies:
Strategic thinking and long-term vision development
Executive-level stakeholder management
Program-level risk management and decision-making
Technical and thought leadership
Change management and organizational influence
Business acumen and financial management


- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Construction Management or an equivalent engineering science
- 5 years of project management experience in data centers or comparable critical construction infrastructure (operational facilities construction etc)
- 5 years of construction management experience in operational environments including on site vendor management
- Demonstrated experience leading program-level initiatives and driving organizational change
- Knowledge of data center mechanical electrical structural and controls systems
- Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively across competing priorities adjusting focus based on business needs to consistently meet deadlines
- Ability to rapidly read synthesize and distill large volumes of technical documentation into clear concise written deliverables that drive informed decision-making.

- 5 years of technical management experience in mission-critical facilities
- Advanced degree in Engineering Construction Management or related technical field
- Experience developing and implementing technical standards and best practices
- Strong executive presence and presentation skills
- History of mentoring and developing technical talent
- Professional certifications (PE PMP or equivalent)
- Health and Safety certifications (OSHA30 NFPA70E or equivalent)

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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 VA Herndon - 111300.00 - 186100.00 USD annually