Sr. Construction Manager, GEMS NACF Design and ...

DescriptionAmazon opened its remote doors in 1995 and strives to be the worldu2019s most customer-centric company, where customers can find and discover anything they might want to buy online. The North American Construction team is looking for a Construction Manager who will be a key part of the Operations Team and will be responsible for project managing new building planning, design and construction. This will include the extension of existing facilities and any new sites. The Construction Manager will play an integral role in the development and implementation of the North American facility network infrastructure. This position will analyze and evaluate different facility scenarios and build-out designs. In addition, the Construction Manager will support the standardization of the technical and facility related processes and systems. 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 u2022Overseeing construction engineering, planning, and design for the North American facility network infrastructure and other new or expansion projects u2022Responsible for project support on new fulfillment network buildings and additional capacity requirements within existing North America Fulfillment Centers, Deliver Stations, or Sort Centers u2022Lead construction scope review and development with internal operational customers, and facilitate engineering and design efforts on new and remodel projects u2022Responsible for managing multiple large-sized ($100M+) projects simultaneously u2022Work independently in the assigned regional area with minimal direction from leadership u2022Prepare reports, specifications, technical analysis to fully define the design requirements, equipment and services required on capacity expansion and remodel projects u2022Oversee and facilitate execution of ground up shell, tenant improvement (TI), and engineering deployment for new facilities within the network u2022Provide technical direction concerning engineering design / AutoCAD, building design, layouts, build details, schedules and materials in accordance to North American Customer Fulfillment (NACF) design parameters u2022Survey 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 u2022Negotiate contracts with General Contractors and trade contractors and present formal documentation for approval when required u2022Ensure that contracts are fit for purpose, cost effective and incorporate appropriate Service Level Agreements u2022Provide overall site management, coordination, planning, specification of business proposals and coordination of subcontractors u2022Facilitate and team with others on due diligence evaluation of new opportunities u2022Facilitate and team with internal stakeholders regarding engineering buildouts, IT readiness, and turnover to operational groups u2022Partner with teams tasked with transition of base building management and oversight of all turnover documentation u2022Coach and guide all project teams (developers, design engineers, general contractors, sub-contractors, internal stakeholders) throughout the full project lifecycle u2022Ensure that contracted resources deliver work to meet duration and quality targets, addressing and ensuring the correction of under-performance issues u2022Audit contractors to check that the skills and competences of contract labor are appropriate to need and they are fit to undertake the work on which they will be deployed u2022Inform contractors of projected changes in resource or work demand so that they can take appropriate action u2022Establish and operate the information systems necessary for effective scheduling and recording of contract work u2022Support contractorsu2019 work and help them to achieve higher performance level u2022Oversee multiple projects in various locations simultaneously u2022Review of designs for conformance to current building specifications u2022Provide critical review of current design standards to identify value engineering and design enhancement opportunities to be considered by internal engineering and schematic design partners u2022Comprehensive budget tracking, forecasting, and management of assigned expansion, remodel, and new build projects u2022Receipt, review, and analysis of all proposed cost and time change requests as presented by external project teams u2022Review and guide internally requested changes for validity, impact, and ensure timely and cost sensitive incorporation once approved u2022Lead and/or assist in negotiations with appropriate authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) entities as required u2022Positive, clear, concise, and transparent cross team communication for all aspects of project delivery A day in the life 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, we'd still love to hear from you At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If youu2019re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply Basic Qualifications- 7+ years of project management, real estate development, architecture/design experience - Bachelor's degreePreferred Qualifications- Experience in project management, real estate development, architecture/design Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. 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 $81,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $181,600/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: 2026-01-02