Construction Manager, AMZL Midwest Region

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 facilities in the US as well as renovations & tenant improvements at existing facilities. 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 facilities. 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 facilities 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 design parameters and guidelines 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. A day in the life 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 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) PlanBasic Qualifications- Bachelor's degree - 7+ years of project management, real estate development, architecture/design experiencePreferred Qualifications- 1+ years of facilities management experience - Experience in project management from design phase through implementation and operation - Experience with vendor and contractor/subcontractor negotiation and management skills associated with construction and project execution - 7+ years of experience as an engineer and senior construction manager 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. 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 . USA, IL, Chicago - 77,400.00 - 135,400.00 USD annually

Created: 2026-02-12