Construction Manager, AMZL Pacific Northwest Region
Posted 2025-04-06Description
Amazon opened its doors in 1995 and strives to be the worldÂs 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 an experienced Construction Manager that will be a key part of the Operations Team and will be responsible for project managing building remodels, electric vehicle charger installations and many other initiatives. 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.
Key job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
 Responsible for project management over new construction of Fulfillment Centers throughout the US as well as renovations and capacity improvements within existing facilities
 Advise on the impact of changes in schedule, costs, and permitting.
 Support construction scope review and development with internal technical teams and operational customers to facilitate engineering and design efforts on new and remodel projects
 Responsible for managing multiple projects simultaneously, from relatively small renovations to large-sized ($100M+) new facilities
 Work independently in the assigned regional area with minimal direction from leadership
 Prepare reports, specifications, technical analysis to fully define the design requirements, equipment and services required on capacity expansion and remodel projects
 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
 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
 Negotiate contracts and contract changes with developers and General Contractors, and present formal documentation for approval when required
 Ensure that contracts are fit for purpose, cost effective, and incorporate appropriate Service Level Agreements
 Provide overall site management, coordination, planning, specification of business proposals, and coordination of subcontractors
 Facilitate and team with others on due diligence evaluation of new opportunities
 Assess project performance through Key Performance Indicators for safety, quality, cost, schedule, and sustainability
 Partner with teams tasked with transition of base building management and oversight of all turnover documentation
 Coach and guide all project teams (developers, design engineers, general contractors, sub-contractors, internal stakeholders) throughout the full project lifecycle
 Ensure that contracted resources deliver work to meet duration and quality targets, addressing and ensuring the correction of under-performance issues
 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
 Inform developers and contractors of projected changes in resource or work demand so that they can take appropriate action
 Identify and resolve clashes, design misses, and schedule conflicts with other Amazon execution teams
 Establish and operate the information systems necessary for effective scheduling and recording of contract work
 Review of designs and ongoing construction for conformance to current building specifications
 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
 Comprehensive budget tracking, forecasting, and management of assigned expansion, remodel, and new build projects
 Receipt, review, and analysis of all proposed cost and time change requests as presented by external project teams
 Review and guide internally requested changes for validity, impact, and ensure timely and cost sensitive incorporation once approved
 Lead or assist in negotiations with appropriate regulatory bodies and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) entities as required
 Positive, clear, concise, and transparent cross team communication for all aspects of project delivery
 Travel up to 60% within assigned regions
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:
 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 skillsets. If youÂre 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:
 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 skillsets. If youÂre passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!
Basic Qualifications
 A completed BachelorÂs degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or comparable field
 5+ years of experience as an Architect, Engineer, Construction Manager, or other Construction related disciplines
 5+ years project management experience from design phase through implementation and operation
 5+ years of experience negotiating construction, procurement and labor contracts
Preferred Qualifications
 Experience with at least two disciplines within the construction industry, which could consist of General Contracting, OwnerÂs 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.)
 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
 Experience in program management of concurrent projects
 Project Management accreditation or Certified Construction Manager (PMP® or CCM)
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Company - Amazon.com Services LLC
Job ID: A2632614
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