Construction Manager, Design and Construction

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Amazon opened its virtual doors in 1995 and strives to be the most customer-centric company in the world, where customers can find and discover anything they want to buy online.

The successful candidate will be a key part of the Operations team (Design & Construction) and responsible for the construction project management of new Amazon Delivery Stations (distribution centers) in planning, work preparation, and construction execution (existing + new builds). The Construction Manager will play a vital role in developing and implementing the EU distribution centers infrastructure. This role involves analyzing and evaluating various planning and execution options that directly impact the efficiency of package processing at our Delivery Stations. Additionally, the candidate must support the standardization of technical and system-related processes and systems.

This position combines civil engineering, construction law, planning, time management, cost management, project management, facilities management, and contract management. Proven skills and experience in planning, construction execution, as well as project management/control, are required.

Would you like the opportunity to travel and work in different countries and cultures? The position will be based in Germany, with approximately 40% of the time spent either domestically or in other EMEA countries.

Key job responsibilities

1. Take primary responsibility for the development of new and existing properties.
2. Coordinate the project team for construction (internal and external).
3. Oversee construction, planning, and design for Amazon Delivery Stations and expansion projects.
4. Conduct feasibility studies, prepare technical reports, and planning variants.
5. Perform due diligence analyses and cost estimations for new properties/expansions.
6. Ensure efficient contracts, contractual compliance, and negotiations.
7. Monitor workflows and timelines to meet objectives (safety, deadlines, costs, quality).
8. Serve as the point of contact for the internal project teams throughout the property lifecycle.
9. Train new team members in best practices.
10. Draft regular reports for the internal management team (deadlines, costs, risks, quality).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or civil engineering.
• Fluent in German and English.
• Experience managing construction sites during the planning or construction phase.
• Experience in project management, real estate development, architecture/planning.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree.
• Languages: French, Polish, Portuguese, Arabic, Turkish, Afrikaans, and Zulu are considered advantageous.

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