Strategic Real Estate Development Lead, NA Ops

Amazon; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Amazon.com Services LLC in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Senior Development Manager to lead end-to-end industrial real estate strategy across North America, from site control to construction.

You will drive cross-functional teams, manage budgets, entitlements, and optimize for operational readiness while delivering value.

This role involves complex projects, travel up to 30%, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in PM, real estate development, or architecture/design.
• 3+ years in finance or an analytical field.
• Experience managing large development projects from acquisition to delivery.
• 6+ years implementing process improvements in real estate or project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead proactive site sourcing and development opportunities years ahead of capacity needs.
• Own end-to-end lifecycle from site evaluation to handover for large industrials.
• Develop financial strategies: feasibility, budgeting, risk mitigation.
• Create processes and metrics to ensure predictable, efficient project delivery.
• Build partnerships with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Navigate entitlements and permitting with government bodies.
• Lead data-informed decisions considering portfolio impacts.
• Foster innovative facility design aligned with operational needs.
• Manage site control options to preserve flexibility.
• Travel up to 30% across North America.

Skills

Project management

Real estate development

Architecture/design

Job description

Amazon.com Services LLC in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Senior Development Manager to lead end-to-end industrial real estate strategy across North America, from site control to construction.

You will drive cross-functional teams, manage budgets, entitlements, and optimize for operational readiness while delivering value.

This role involves complex projects, travel up to 30%, and a comprehensive benefits package.