Pre-Construction Manager, D&C
About the role
Amazon's Global Engineering Services (GES) North America Design & Construction team is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to serve as Amazon's owner's representative during the preconstruction phase of facility delivery. In this role, you will independently manage difficult, 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.
Responsibilities
- Independently manage difficult, 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
- Lead site selection and validation, scope development, and design management — coordinating with design teams to develop site plans and composite floor plans in compliance with Amazon's design standards and operational requirements
- Manage multiple concurrent large industrial projects across various locations simultaneously
- Perform conceptual estimating and pricing reviews for scope inclusions and exclusions; negotiate the cost of work with developers, general contractors, and design consultants
- Own comprehensive budget tracking, schedule management, and cashflow forecasting across assigned projects
- Manage vendor procurement and oversee professional service providers, ensuring their skills and competencies meet the requirements for entitling properties and projects
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Requirements
- Independent project management experience spanning 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
- Ability to travel up to 60% within assigned regions
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience as an Architect, Engineer, Construction Manager, Development Manager, Owner's Project Management Representative, or in a related commercial development or construction discipline
- Advanced degree or certification in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration (preferred)
- Demonstrated capability in planning, design review, implementation, and project management/control of new structures and enhancement of existing facilities
- Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) (preferred)
- Construction Managers Association of America (CMAA) or Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification or equivalent (preferred)
Skills
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Understanding of construction and real estate laws and regulations
- Experience with project management software
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:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Maternity and Parental Leave Options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plan
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skill sets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!
Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.