Senior Pre-Construction Lead, Data Centers EMEA

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Ireland seeks a Senior Pre-Construction Manager to act as the primary liaison between Real Estate, Design Engineering, Construction and other partner teams during early planning, conceptual design and design development.

You will drive global pre-construction standards, support site selection, permitting and contract execution, and provide cost, schedule and constructibility guidance across cross‑functional data center projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Fluent in French and English for technical instructions.
• Experience negotiating with general contractors and evaluating bids.
• Extensive background in mission critical facilities and construction management.
• Knowledge of safety and quality standards and local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review and input into global standards and data center template designs.
• Independently manage complex cross‑functional data center projects from site selection to contract execution.
• Drive timely decisions, remove blockers, and escalate as needed.
• Coordinate with real estate, design engineering, construction, finance, and vendors to secure resources and set milestones.
• Negotiate with general contractors, evaluate bids, and participate in pricing reviews.
• AssessDue Diligences, track schedules, and ensure successful project hand‑over.
• Uphold the highest standards and drive accountability with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

French and English proficiency

Executive communication

Contract negotiations

Mission critical facilities

Construction site management

Safety and quality standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CCM

PMP

AC

CPC

Job description

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Ireland seeks a Senior Pre-Construction Manager to act as the primary liaison between Real Estate, Design Engineering, Construction and other partner teams during early planning, conceptual design and design development.

You will drive global pre-construction standards, support site selection, permitting and contract execution, and provide cost, schedule and constructibility guidance across cross‑functional data center projects.