Pre-Construction Manager, GES NA DC Execution East

As the Preconstruction Manager, you are a customer obsessed leader in the Amazon execution process. In this role, you play an integral part in 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. You 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. You will partner with internal customers and external stakeholders to earn their trust and engage as a team to deliver results. You must ensure information is communicated to internal and external stakeholders in an effective and timely manner. Some key competencies of this position include; insist on the highest standards, ensure contracted resources deliver work that meets duration and quality targets, coach developers, design engineers, contractors during the project duration, seek better ways to serve Amazon customers, influence internal stakeholders while holding them accountable for their actions, ensure all internal and external team members maintain proposed schedules and budgets, help to invent and simplify innovative solutions that allow for improved processes and results, while working on multiple projects in various locations. This opportunity combines construction, engineering, planning, project management, facilities management, and contract management. The Preconstruction Manager position includes approximately 50% travel in North America.

Key job responsibilities

Supervise the implementation and management of Amazons safety programs and standards with
the entire internal and external project team
Manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ensure that the skills and competencies of contract labor are appropriate to need and fit to
undertake the work
Operate independently in the assigned role and region; interacting with leadership and
stakeholders to resolve issues
Comprehensive budget and schedule tracking and cashflow forecasting.
Identify and solve for factors that may impede a successful project hand-over to Amazon
stakeholders while striving for frugality and accomplishing more with less
Interface and coordinate with the authorities that have jurisdiction (AHJ) on projects to maintain
regulatory compliance and seamless job execution
Advise on the impact of changes in schedule, costs, and permitting.
Maintain internal and external stakeholders up-to-date on pertinent information through
comprehensive and timely written and oral communication

A day in the life
Each day you will act as an owner to ensure the safe, on-time and in-budget execution of Amazon construction projects.
Site management: coordination with contractors on project status
Ensure contractors are meeting contractual obligations
Seek sustainable, environmentally-friendly solutions throughout the construction process while
implementing Amazons building practices
Utilize Amazon information systems to record and update schedule, budget, and other key
developments
Negotiate contract terms with vendors while driving partners to meet or exceed agreed-to
schedules and budgets
Participate in weekly Architect, Owner, and Contractor (AOC) meetings and provide input on root causes and corrective actions

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 youre 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) Plan

A completed Bachelors degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or
comparable field
5+ years 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
5+ years familiarization with AutoCAD and/or Building Information Modeling (BIM), as well as
scheduling software (Primavera, MS Project, or similar)

Experience with at least two disciplines within the construction industry, which could consist of
General Contracting, Owners 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 (PMP 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.

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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.