Construction Manager, North America Construction ...

DescriptionAmazon is looking for a Construction Manager who will be responsible for project management of building industrial development including new builds, retrofits, expansion, and program initiatives from site selection through contract execution. Construction Managers are responsible for construction of new Fulfillment Centers (FCs) in the US as well as renovations & tenant improvements at existing FCs. Construction Managers will also handle the implementation of the facility network infrastructure; including sortation centers, delivery stations, and auxiliary buildings that support those facilities. The construction projects include new builds, retrofits, and expansions. Construction Managers are required to perform detailed deep dive reviews of job budgets and schedules to identify and resolve any discrepancies, including information in contractor bid packages. Construction Managers will partner with internal customers and external stakeholders to earn their trust and engage as a team to deliver results. The Construction Manager will serve as Amazon's representative and direct point of interface with Developers and General Contractors, as well as the primary integrator between construction and other Amazon stakeholders responsible for equipping, furnishing, and operating our FCs. This opportunity combines construction engineering, planning, project management, facilities management, and contract management. 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 u2022 Responsible for project management over new construction of Fulfillment Centers throughout the US as well as renovations and capacity improvements within existing facilities u2022 Advise on the impact of changes in schedule, costs, and permitting. u2022 Support construction scope review and development with internal technical teams and operational customers to facilitate engineering and design efforts on new and remodel projects u2022 Responsible for managing multiple projects simultaneously, from relatively small renovations to large-sized ($100M+) new facilities u2022 Work independently in the assigned regional area with minimal direction from leadership u2022 Prepare reports, specifications, technical analysis to fully define the design requirements, equipment and services required on capacity expansion and remodel projects u2022 Provide technical direction concerning engineering design / AutoCAD, building design, layouts, build details, schedules and materials in accordance with North American Customer Fulfillment (NACF) design parameters u2022 Survey facilities, develop and document procedures to audit the facility, provide evaluations and analysis, and recommend solutions to facility infrastructure, safety and security problems involving facilities and people u2022 Negotiate contracts and contract changes with developers and General Contractors, and present formal documentation for approval when required u2022 Ensure that contracts are fit for purpose, cost effective, and incorporate appropriate Service Level Agreements u2022 Provide overall site management, coordination, planning, specification of business proposals, and coordination of subcontractors u2022 Facilitate and team with others on due diligence evaluation of new opportunities u2022 Assess project performance through Key Performance Indicators for safety, quality, cost, schedule, and sustainability u2022 Partner with teams tasked with transition of base building management and oversight of all turnover documentation u2022 Coach and guide all project teams (developers, design engineers, general contractors, sub-contractors, internal stakeholders) throughout the full project lifecycle u2022 Ensure that contracted resources deliver work to meet duration and quality targets, addressing and ensuring the correction of under-performance issues u2022 Audit contractors to check that the skills and competencies of contract labor are appropriate to need and they are fit to undertake the work on which they will be deployed u2022 Inform developers and contractors of projected changes in resource or work demand so that they can take appropriate action u2022 Identify and resolve clashes, design misses, and schedule conflicts with other Amazon execution teams u2022 Establish and operate the information systems necessary for effective scheduling and recording of contract work u2022 Review of designs and ongoing construction for conformance to current building specifications u2022 Provide critical review of current design standards to identify value engineering and design enhancement opportunities to be considered by internal engineering and schematic design partners u2022 Comprehensive budget tracking, forecasting, and management of assigned expansion, remodel, and new build projects u2022 Receipt, review, and analysis of all proposed cost and time change requests as presented by external project teams u2022 Review and guide internally requested changes for validity, impact, and ensure timely and cost sensitive incorporation once approved u2022 Lead or assist in negotiations with appropriate regulatory bodies and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) entities as required u2022 Positive, clear, concise, and transparent cross team communication for all aspects of project delivery u2022 The role is remote and will include upwards of 60% travel regionally, with the potential of traveling to all North America locations based on the business needs.Basic Qualificationsu2022 A completed Bacheloru2019s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or comparable field u2022 3+ years of experience as an Architect, Engineer, Construction Manager, or other Construction related disciplines u2022 3+ years project management experience from design phase through implementation and operation u2022 3+ years of experience negotiating construction, procurement and labor contracts u2022 3+ years familiarization with AutoCAD and/or Building Information Modeling (BIM), as well as scheduling software (Primavera, MS Project, or similar) Preferred Qualificationsu2022 Experience with at least two disciplines within the construction industry, which could consist of General Contracting, Owneru2019s Representation, Commercial Development, or Engineering & Design, or similar. Demonstrated success in communicating project requirements to various audiences (e.g. senior management, peers, public officials, vendors, etc.) u2022 Experience inclusive of facilities manager or similar and demonstrated capability in the planning, design review & implementation, and project management / control of new structures & the enhancement of existing facility buildings u2022 Experience in program management of concurrent projects u2022 Project Management accreditation (PMPu00ae or similar) 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 Companyu2019s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $69,700/year in our lowest geographic market up to $155,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Created: 2025-12-04