Jobs at Amazon in Germany

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Are you keen to be part of a team directly responsible for the development, design and construction of great logistic projects with the latest technology across EMEA countries? Are you seeking a fast-paced and growing environment to enjoy an invaluable experience, focused on innovating for our customers, along with the opportunity to learn from highly experienced professionals of the area?

As a Senior Preconstruction Manager you will be part of the Design and Construction team (D&C) within AMZ Global Engineering services (GESS), with the long-term vision of shaping the future of the Construction Industry. Within D&C we push the boundaries of possibility, driving innovative, standardized and scalable solutions to deliver high quality buildings and capacity to meet customer needs. We deliver, having safety, people, and sustainability at the heart of what we do.

Would you like an opportunity to travel and work in multiple countries and cultures? The role will be based in Germany with 50% of time traveling either domestically or to other EMEA countries.

Key job responsibilities

1. You will independently manage complex, cross-functional industrial projects from site selection through design completion, permitting and contract execution, coordinating with design teams and project stakeholders.
2. You will keep the scope under control and accelerate progress by driving timely decisions and identifying and clearing blockers.
3. You will work with internal/external teams and drive results through effective communication and decision-making.
4. You will oversee professional service providers ensuring their skills meet the needs required of entitling property and projects.
5. You will perform pricing reviews for scope inclusions/exclusions and negotiate the cost of the work.
6. You will estimate cost, manage Due Diligences, schedule tracking, and forecasting.
7. You will supervise the implementation and management of Amazon's safety programs and standards.
8. You will insist on the highest standards from self and others and drive accountability for results.
9. You will negotiate with contractors, vendors and suppliers.

A day in the life
Each day you will represent AMZ and D&C GESS in ensuring the on-time and in-budget execution of Amazon construction projects, while strategically improving its processes, costs, quality H&S, and sustainability performance. You will lead and mentor large cross-functional teams as an expert technical and project management resource. You will drive significant communication across departments, serving as an authority on project issues. You will leverage your experience to understand where gaps exist in project plans and propose solutions.

About the team
We are a diverse, upbeat, creative and passionate team of designers, engineers, project and construction managers. We are owners of our scope and deliver results oriented.

D&C GESS Values

1. SAFETY FIRST. We continuously seek improvement and innovation in Safety.
2. PEOPLE OBSESSION. We understand the value of listening and promote diversity.
3. CHALLENGE THE NORM. We challenge each other and the industry to try new methods of working.
4. MAKE AN IMPACT. We leverage efficient time management to ensure capacity for HIGH QUALITY execution.
5. TRUST. We build trust with our Customer, making ambitious but realistic commitments.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

1. A completed Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or comparable field and solid demonstrable experience in a related role.
2. Solid demonstrable project management experience from design phase through implementation.
3. Experience within packaging processing/logistical facilities with complex equipment.
4. Fluent in German and English.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's degree in engineering, mechanical, operations, supply chain, business administration, or equivalent STEM field.
2. Experience operating within at least two disciplines in the construction industry.
3. Demonstrated capability in the planning, design review & implementation, and project management/control of new structures.
4. Experience managing multi-disciplinary design incorporating industrial automation.
5. Strong influencing and negotiating skills.
6. Demonstrated success in communicating to various audiences.
7. Knowledge of Building Information Modelling (BIM).
8. Participation during a previous new FC Launch at Amazon in any role would be desired.
9. Knowledge of additional languages is a plus.

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