Data Center Project Manager, US-West CPI

About the role

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. The Critical Projects Implementation (CPI) team is a project management and execution team that manages construction activity within operational data center spaces. As a Data Center Project Manager, you will serve as a technical resource within Amazon data centers, overseeing critical infrastructure improvement projects to optimize space, power, and cooling. You will collaborate with diverse teams to tackle complex challenges in designing, building, and operating AWS data facilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and review projects across disciplines including electrical, mechanical, controls, and architectural systems.
• Identify areas for improvement and act on data provided by other teams and organizations.
• Design, develop, and deploy innovative solutions to address operational challenges.
• Manage the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of specific projects, ensuring alignment with company strategy and goals.
• Prioritize activities to support data center capacity availability and safety, focusing on high-impact actions.
• Work on projects locally and globally, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Improve electrical, mechanical, fire detection, and building automation systems.

Requirements

• 3+ years of construction or project management experience.
• 3+ years of experience managing projects in data centers or comparable critical infrastructure (e.g., facilities with 24/7 emergency backup systems, manufacturing, mass transportation, oil and gas, utilities, or hospitals).
• 3+ years in on-site construction trades (mechanical, electrical, general).
• Vendor management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• BA/BS in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or a similar technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in power distribution and data center mechanical cooling systems.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and discuss technical concepts, manage trade-offs, and incorporate feedback from stakeholders.
• Experience successfully delivering results in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Proven track record of being detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to follow through on projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D, with options for supplemental life plans).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health support.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• Sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs).

Pay

Base salary range: $110,400.00 - $191,200.00 USD annually (for Santa Clara, CA). Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and location.

Amazon values diverse experiences and encourages candidates from non-traditional career paths to apply. We strive for work-life harmony and offer resources for learning, mentorship, and career advancement.