Pre-Construction Manager, D&C

Amazon; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 77,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon’s Global Engineering Services NA Design & Construction team seeks a Preconstruction Manager to act as the owner's representative during preconstruction, handling site selection, design validation, permitting, and contract execution for new builds and expansions in the assigned region.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets and schedules, and coordinate with Real Estate, Finance, and external partners to secure resources and drive timely delivery while upholding Amazon’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience within a distribution center, logistics, or manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of construction or project management, or 3+ years of relevant discipline work experience.
• Ability to travel up to 60% within assigned regions.

Responsibilities

• Manage cross-functional industrial pre-construction projects from site selection to contract execution.
• Coordinate with Real Estate, Design Engineering, Entitlements, Construction, Finance, Launch/Startup, architects, engineers, permitting agencies, developers, and landlords.
• Lead site selection, validation, scope development, and design management across teams.
• Manage multiple concurrent large industrial projects across locations.
• Perform conceptual estimating and pricing reviews; negotiate costs with developers, GC's, and design consultants.
• Own budget tracking, schedule management, and cashflow forecasting across projects.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Budget tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field

Advanced degree or certification in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration

Tools

BIM

Job description

Description

Amazon's Global Engineering Services (GES) North America Design & Construction team is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to serve as Amazon's owner's representative during the preconstruction phase of facility delivery. In this role, you will independently manage difficult, cross-functional industrial preconstruction projects — from site selection and validation through design management, permitting, and contract execution — for new builds, retrofits, expansions, and program initiatives across your assigned region.

Amazon's Global Engineering Services (GES) North America Design & Construction team is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to serve as Amazon's owner's representative during the preconstruction phase of facility delivery. In this role, you will independently manage difficult, cross-functional industrial preconstruction projects — from site selection and validation through design management, permitting, and contract execution — for new builds, retrofits, expansions, and program initiatives across your assigned region.

Key job responsibilities

• Independently manage difficult, cross-functional industrial pre-construction projects from site selection through design completion, permitting, and contract execution
• Work with internal and external stakeholders — including Real Estate, Design Engineering, Entitlements, Construction, Finance, Launch/Startup, architects, engineers, permitting agencies, developers, and landlords — to secure resources, scope infrastructure builds, set priorities and milestones, and drive delivery to meet deadlines
• Lead site selection and validation, scope development, and design management — coordinating with design teams to develop site plans and composite floor plans in compliance with Amazon's design standards and operational requirements
• Manage multiple concurrent large industrial projects across various locations simultaneously
• Perform conceptual estimating and pricing reviews for scope inclusions and exclusions; negotiate the cost of work with developers, general contractors, and design consultants
• Own comprehensive budget tracking, schedule management, and cashflow forecasting across assigned projects
• Manage vendor procurement and oversee professional service providers, ensuring their skills and competencies meet the requirements for entitling properties and projects
• Coordinate with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for permitting, regulatory compliance, and approvals; understand zoning, planning, fire code, and building code requirements
• Review and analyze design and construction contracts, related exhibits, and lease agreements; provide detailed analysis of technical matters and site-specific deal structures and terms
• Review additional reports including noise and traffic studies and environmental assessments
• Partner with the Transaction team and developers to optimize schedule and strategy for entitlements and long‑lead procurement
• Keep scope under control and accelerate progress by driving crisp, timely decisions, identifying and clearing blockers, and escalating appropriately
• Prepare and present project status and risk reports; translate technical documents and information into clear, concise narratives for leadership and customers
• Identify and resolve upstream issues proactively to support a clean hand off to the Construction Manager; remain a support resource for the construction team throughout the project lifecycle
• Champion Amazon's safety programs and standards across all internal and external project teams during the pre‑construction phase
• Optimize pre‑construction processes and implement improvements in procedures and playbooks to improve project efficiency and delivery
• Seek sustainable, environmentally responsible solutions throughout the pre‑construction process in alignment with Amazon's building practices

A day in the life

Each Day, You Represent GES NA Design & Construction As Amazon's Owner During The Preconstruction Phase — Navigating Uncertainty, Proactively Unblocking Project Barriers, And Influencing The Best Project Decisions. Your Day May Include

• Coordinating with architects, engineers, and design consultants on design document development, scope changes, and project status
• Reviewing site plans, composite floor plans, and design documents for compliance with Amazon's standards and operational requirements
• Negotiating contract terms with developers, contractors, and consultants while driving adherence to schedules and budgets
• Coordinating with AHJ on permitting status, zoning, fire code, and building code requirements
• Preparing and presenting project status and risk reports for leadership
• Partnering with Real Estate and Transaction teams on entitlement strategy and long‑lead procurement
• Updating Amazon's project management systems with current budget, schedule, and status information
• Supporting the Construction Manager on active construction projects with pre‑construction expertise

About The Team

At Amazon, we are all owners and leverage unique opportunities presented to us by owning everything from the design review, permitting to construction bidding and consultant during construction execution prior to final hand‑off to our internal stakeholder. We are a diverse, upbeat, creative, team of designers, engineers and managers working daily to develop innovative sustainable facilities and efficient innovative buildings for our customers. We focus on Delivering Results, our speed for Bias for Action and Insisting on the Highest Standards for our customers.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience within a distribution center, logistics, or manufacturing environment
• 3+ years of construction or project management, or 3+ years of relevant discipline work experience
• Ability to travel up to 60% within assigned regions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating across at least two disciplines within the construction industry (e.g., General Contracting, Owner's Representation, Commercial Development, Engineering & Design, or Owner's Project Management)
• Advanced degree or certification in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration
• Demonstrated capability in planning, design review, implementation, and project management/control of new structures and enhancement of existing facilities
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary design incorporating industrial automation, robotics, or similar
• Demonstrated success communicating project requirements to diverse audiences (e.g., senior management, peers, fire marshals, utility providers, public officials, vendors)
• Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Construction Managers Association of America (CMAA) or Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification or equivalent

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, AZ, Tempe - 77,400.00 - 135,400.00 USD annually

USA, CA, San Francisco - 89,000.00 - 155,800.00 USD annually

USA, CA, Santa Monica - 77,400.00 - 135,400.00 USD annually

USA, GA, Atlanta - 77,400.00 - 135,400.00 USD annually

USA, IL, Chicago - 77,400.00 - 135,400.00 USD annually

USA, MA, Boston - 77,400.00 - 135,400.00 USD annually

USA, TN, Nashville - 69,700.00 - 122,000.00 USD annually

USA, TX, Austin - 77,400.00 - 135,400.00 USD annually

USA, VA, Arlington - 77,400.00 - 135,400.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Bellevue - 82,700.00 - 135,400.00 USD annually

Company

Amazon.com Services LLC

Job ID: A10486739