Design & Construction Mgr, EMEA, GREF WD&C

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Design & Construction Manager to lead innovative projects across EMEA. This role involves developing strategies for managing design and construction teams, ensuring timely project delivery while adhering to budget constraints. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, balancing creativity with cost-effectiveness. You will represent the team to stakeholders, manage contractor performance, and influence design standards. If you are an experienced leader with a passion for construction and design, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Real Estate Development or Construction Management.
• Experience leading teams in startup or entrepreneurial environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee corporate office construction and renovation projects.
• Manage teams of project managers, architects, and contractors.
• Guide design aspects including space planning and finishes.

Skills

Real Estate Development

Construction Management

Team Leadership

Vendor Management

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Dropbox

Sharepoint

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Design & Construction Mgr, EMEA, GREF WD&C, London

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Client:

Amazon UK Services Ltd.

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Construction

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

9

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

As a member of the Global Real Estate & Facilities (GREF) team, this position will develop and deliver strategies for managing design and construction project staff, standardize practices for all corporate leased and owned projects, and oversee Amazon’s EMEA-based Corporate Real Estate. The successful candidate must operate strategically and tactically, acting as a visionary, ambassador, educator, analyst, solutions architect, and implementer. The D&C Manager partners with the EMEA Design Manager to ensure timely design work that meets customer expectations while adhering to budget and schedule constraints.

Provide leadership and management of corporate office construction and renovation projects. Collaborate with leadership to determine objectives, scope, space allocation, costs, and priorities. Oversee project managers and manage contractor performance to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and compliant with standards and regulations. Offer guidance on technical issues from engineering to design details and specifications, making final decisions when needed.

The ideal candidate is experienced, proactive, and thrives in an entrepreneurial environment—providing vision, leadership, and clear communication. They should understand client and vendor relationships, balancing cost-effectiveness with creativity.

Key job responsibilities

• Represent GREF to internal and external stakeholders for office space delivery.
• Manage teams of project managers, architects, contractors, and consultants to align decisions with Amazon’s priorities.
• Develop project strategies, allocate resources, and oversee project execution to ensure timely and efficient completion.
• Guide design aspects including space planning, finishes, and systems.
• Manage construction activities such as contractor selection, negotiations, budgeting, change orders, procurement, and scheduling.
• Evaluate and approve design changes and oversee project budgets.
• Influence design standards and evaluate potential office lease spaces.
• Work with Amazon Procurement to leverage economies of scale and negotiate savings.
• Negotiate with landlords on possession and defect issues.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree
• Significant experience in Real Estate Development, Architecture/Design, or Construction Management
• Experience leading a team in a startup or entrepreneurial setting with proprietary and contract resources
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, MS Project, Dropbox, and Sharepoint

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in construction management, business administration, engineering, architecture, interior design, or similar, or 5 additional years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of sourcing, procurement, building systems, vendor management, and customer service
• Understanding of legal contracts
• Familiarity with architectural plans
• Experience working in a global or multi-country EMEA environment