Design & Innovation Manager, Design & Innovation Team

Amazon; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon UK Services Ltd. is seeking a design and innovation-focused professional to support the development of Europe’s logistics infrastructure.

The role offers travel across the UK and Europe and may be based in London or Manchester, working with senior team members to shape delivery stations and fulfilment centers. You will engage in design reviews, value engineering, and cross-functional coordination, while building documentation and learning best practices for pre-construction and

Qualifications

• Experience in Architect/Engineering/Construction/Development roles within commercial development and construction.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint).
• Experience in business analysis with quantitative, analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication with leadership.
• Fluent English (C1 level or above).
• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in relevant engineering field.

Responsibilities

• Support design of Amazon infrastructure within project scope; review docs and feedback under senior guidance.
• Participate in design and value engineering to improve customer experience, sustainability, and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with external stakeholders.
• Compile and maintain project documentation and tracking systems.
• Learn and apply pre-construction and construction playbooks and procedures.

Skills

Architect/Engineer background

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

English fluency (C1)

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Structural Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Job description

Description

Join our dynamic Design & Innovation team and become a pivotal part of Amazon's infrastructure expansion across Europe. You will support the design of Amazon's European logistics network, contributing to the development of delivery stations and fulfillment centers under the guidance of senior team members.

Would you like an opportunity to travel and work in multiple EU countries and cultures? The role could be based in London or Manchester with 50% of time traveling either domestically within the country or to other EMEA countries.

Key job responsibilities

• Support the design process of Amazon infrastructure within your assigned project scope by reviewing technical documentation, supporting quality assessments, and providing feedback under the guidance of senior team members
• Participate in design and value engineering initiatives under senior guidance, learning to identify opportunities that enhance customer experience, sustainability, and cost efficiency
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and support coordination with external stakeholders, escalating roadblocks and risks as needed
• Compile, organize, and maintain project documentation, updates, and tracking systems in a reportable format
• Learn and apply best practices in pre-construction and construction processes, leveraging established playbooks and procedures

A day in the life

Your day will be a blend of strategic planning and hands-on project coordination. You might start by leading the design of new buildings and retrofit, coordinating multiple internal and external stakeholders, then transition to site visit, meetings with external vendors and finally lead global design innovation initiatives. Each day offers a unique opportunity to learn, collaborate, and contribute to Amazon's ambitious infrastructure goals.

About The Team

We are a collaborative team of professionals dedicated to delivering complex infrastructure projects. Our approach emphasizes continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and innovative problem-solving. We value team members who bring curiosity, analytical thinking, and a passion for building world-class facilities.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience as an Architect, Engineer, Construction Manager, Development Manager, Owner's project management representative or in other Commercial Development and Construction related disciplines
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, SharePoint, and PowerPoint)
• Experience in business analysis and functional roles requiring quantitative, analytical and organizational skills
• Experience in written and verbal communication skills to communicate with technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership
• Speak, write, and read fluently in English at C1 level or above
• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical, Structural Engineering or equivalent field

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience prioritizing and managing time effectively in dynamic environments
• Academic, leadership, and/or extracurricular record
• Effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Ability to influence across all levels of an organization
• Working knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Experience in managing cool chains, refrigeration equipment and installations, temperature-controlled environments
• Additional language skills (French, German, Polish, Arabic, Portuguese, Turkish, Chinese (Mandarin), Afrikaans and Zulu ) are beneficial for cross-regional project coordination across EMEA

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Company

Amazon UK Services Ltd.

Job ID: A10565617