Senior Pre-Construction Manager, WWRGD Design, Development and Construction

Amazon; United States; Remote; USD 81,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Ground-Up and Industrial Pre-Construction Manager responsible for budgets, schedules, and vendor management for various construction projects. The ideal candidate will have significant project management experience and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder interactions. This role supports the development of new retail and industrial concepts, ensuring timely delivery and quality in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Maternity and Parental Leave Options

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Plan

Qualifications

• 7+ years of project management experience in construction.
• Experience in Ground Up Construction and Mixed Use Facilities.
• Ability to influence senior leadership with data.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgets and schedules for construction projects.
• Manage vendor procurement and project timelines.
• Communicate with stakeholders to resolve issues.

Skills

Project Management

Real Estate Development

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Job description

As a WWRGD - Ground-Up and Industrial Pre-Construction Manager, you are responsible for generating budgets and schedules for new and exciting concept projects and development, including new builds, retrofits, expansion, and program initiatives from site selection through contract execution of fulfillment centers, industrial kitchens and multi-use projects.

Key job responsibilities
- Independently acts as pre-construction primary estimator and scheduler for difficult, cross-functional retail and industrial builds from site selection through design completion, permitting and contract execution. You will be navigating ambiguity while we work to design and develop new retail and industrial concepts and develop efficiencies You will be interacting with leadership and stakeholders to resolve issues
- You will work with internal/external teams 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, milestones and drive delivery to meet deadlines
- A pre-construction manager drives results through communicating, weighing risks, making decisions, leading and influencing. You will competently represent project and technical information to many different audiences. You have good working relationships with stakeholders and vendors, and lead constructive dialogue to resolve and prevent project issues
- You manage vendor procurement, and oversee professional service providers ensuring their skills and competencies meet the needs required of entitling property and projects. You perform pricing reviews for scope inclusions/exclusions and negotiate the cost of the work with the developer, general contractor and design consultants
- Cost estimating, schedule tracking, and forecasting are fundamental components including identifying and solving factors that may impede a successful permitted project hand-over to Amazon stakeholders
- Schedule development & management, including design and permitting; selection of other vendors. You partner with the Transaction team and Developers to optimize schedule and strategy for entitlements and long lead-procurement
- You will find ways to adapt to constant change and innovation finding ways to Think Big, working outside of your comfort zone to solve adaptable solutions for an evolving business
- You understand design and construction contracts, related exhibits, and provide detailed analysis and approvals of technical matters and site-specific deal structures and terms

A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan
Learn more about our benefits here: https://www.amazon.jobs/en/internal/benefits/us-benefits-and-stock- 7+ years of project management, real estate development, architecture/design experience
- Bachelor's degree- Experience in influencing senior leadership through data driven insights
- Experience working across functional teams and senior stakeholders
- Experience in Ground Up Construction, Mixed Use Facilities, and Development
- An advanced degree, certification or Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or Masters of Business
- Experience operating within at least two disciplines in the construction industry, which could consist of General Contracting, Owner’s Representation, Commercial Development, Engineering & Design, owners project management representative or similar.

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.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $81,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $181,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.