Senior Development Manager , North America Real Estate
Amazon
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Job summary
Amazon is seeking a Senior Development Manager to join the NA Ops Real Estate Team. You will lead site sourcing, development, and entitlement efforts across North America, guiding cross-functional teams and managing the full project lifecycle from inception to construction handover.
You will develop financial strategies, optimize capital returns, and drive process improvements to support Amazon's evolving fulfillment network.
Qualifications
- Experience in project management, real estate development, architecture/design
- 3+ years of business or financial analysis experience
- 8+ years of commercial real estate development or investment experience
- 5+ years leading cross-functional teams and coordinating with internal/external stakeholders
- 6+ years refining processes in real estate development or project management
- Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, Engineering, Architecture, Planning, or similar field
Responsibilities
- Lead proactive site sourcing and strategic development opportunities years ahead of capacity needs
- Drive end-to-end project lifecycle ownership from site evaluation through entitlements and construction
- Develop and execute financial stewardship strategies including feasibility analyses and budget management
- Create and implement processes and metrics to ensure predictable, efficient project delivery
- Build partnerships with internal teams and external developers, officials, and stakeholders
- Navigate entitlements and permitting with government bodies for strategic projects
- Lead data-informed decisions considering portfolio impacts and network optimization
- Travel throughout North America up to 30% of the time
Skills
Education
Job description
Amazon operates a world-class network of large, technologically advanced fulfillment centers across North America. The North American Operations (NA Ops) Real Estate Team is responsible for strategic development, acquisition, and disposition of all facilities in the Amazon Fulfillment Network.
Amazon operates a world-class network of large, technologically advanced fulfillment centers across North America. The North American Operations (NA Ops) Real Estate Team is responsible for strategic development, acquisition, and disposition of all facilities in the Amazon Fulfillment Network.
The Senior Development Manager will be a key part of the NA Ops Real Estate Team, serving as a primary facilitator of Amazon's long-term industrial real estate strategy. This individual must be comfortable operating as both a strategic partner and tactical executor, responsible for leading cross-functional teams to proactively identify, develop, and deliver facilities that anticipate Amazon's future operational needs throughout North America. This role requires end-to-end ownership from early site control and entitlements through construction delivery, focusing on creating optionality, operational resilience, and strategic value in Amazon's fulfillment network.
- Lead proactive site sourcing and strategic development opportunities years ahead of identified capacity needs, creating competitive advantages in site selection, development timing, and cost-to-deliver across North America
- Drive end-to-end project lifecycle ownership from site evaluation and acquisition through entitlements, design development, construction management, and operational handover for large, complex industrial developments
- Develop and execute comprehensive financial stewardship strategies including feasibility analyses, investment evaluation, budget management, and risk mitigation to optimize economic returns while preserving operational readiness
- Create and implement innovative processes, tools, and metrics systems to ensure predictable, efficient project delivery that balances speed, flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and operational excellence
- Build and maintain lasting partnerships with internal cross-functional teams (Operations, Building Design, Pre-Construction, WHS, Construction Management, Finance, Legal, Asset Management, Economic Development, and Public Relations) and external stakeholders including developers, municipalities, landowners, consultants, and community leaders
- Navigate complex entitlements and permitting processes, working directly with government officials and regulatory bodies to secure necessary approvals for strategic development projects
- Lead data-informed decision making considering portfolio-wide impacts, network optimization, and strategic positioning within Metropolitan Statistical Areas
- Travel throughout North America up to 30% of the time to oversee development activities and maintain stakeholder relationships
Our North American Operations Real Estate Team secures real estate for Amazon operations across the continent. In this role, you’ll directly influence current business requirements while helping shape and forecast future capacity needs that aren't yet published. You’ll be at the forefront of Amazon's expansion strategy, working to anticipate where and how our network will evolve.
Amazon operates a world-class network of large, technologically advanced fulfillment centers across North America. The North American Operations (NA Ops) Real Estate Team is responsible for strategic development, acquisition, and disposition of all facilities in the Amazon Fulfillment Network.
- Experience in project management, real estate development, architecture/design
- 3+ years of business or financial analysis experience
- 8+ years of commercial real estate development or investment experience with end-to-end project lifecycle management
- 5+ years of experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders in complex development environments
- 6+ years experience implementing process improvements or developing new approaches in real estate development, investment, or project management roles
- Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, Architecture, Planning, or similar field
- Experience owning and leading significant projects from concept to deployment
- 10+ years of working directly with government officials and regulatory bodies experience
- Experience delivering results, setting strategy, and running a large volume and high profile business
- Experience owning and leading significant projects from concept to deployment
- Master's degree in business, real estate, finance, engineering, construction management, or urban planning
- Professional certification in commercial real estate (e.g., CCIM, NAIOP Development/Finance Certificate, or RPA) demonstrating expertise in real estate finance, investment analysis, and the end-to-end development process.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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, NY, New York - 157,200.00 - 212,600.00 USD annually
USA, TN, Nashville - 128,600.00 - 174,000.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Austin - 142,900.00 - 193,300.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 142,900.00 - 193,300.00 USD annually
Job ID: A10509120
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