Construction Manager, GREF – Workplace Design & Construction (WD&C)

Amazon Development Centre (South Africa) (Proprietary) Limited; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company is seeking a Construction Manager in Cape Town to oversee various construction projects. Responsibilities include managing projects from design to turnover, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with standards and budgets. Candidates should have significant experience in Real Estate Development or Construction Management and be proficient in relevant software. An inclusive culture that values diversity is promoted.

Qualifications

• Significant professional experience in Real Estate Development, Architecture/Design, or Construction Management.
• Proficiency in productivity software such as Microsoft Office, MS Project, and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction services on various projects including tenant improvements and new builds.
• Manage projects from design to operational turnover.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to set budgets and schedules.

Skills

Real Estate Development

Construction Management

Project Management

Stakeholder Collaboration

Education

Degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

SharePoint

Job description

The Global Real Estate and Facilities (GREF) team provides expertise in real estate transactions, business partnering, space & occupancy planning, design and construction, capital investment program management, and facility maintenance and operations for Amazon’s corporate real estate portfolio across multiple countries. We partner with suppliers to ensure quality, innovation, and operational excellence, continuously improving to exceed employee expectations.

GREF’s Workplace Design and Construction team is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee construction services on projects such as tenant improvements, new builds, expansions, and renovations of Amazon facilities. The role involves managing projects from design to operational turnover, requiring strategic vision and tactical execution. The Construction Manager collaborates with leadership and stakeholders to set budgets, schedules, scope, space allocation, and priorities, building strong project teams for successful delivery. The role also includes managing contractor performance to ensure timely completion, compliance with budgets, standards, and regulations.

Key job responsibilities

• Represent GREF in delivering space solutions to internal customers.
• Influence and collaborate with stakeholders including architects, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors to align decision-making with Amazon’s priorities.
• Manage design and construction projects by developing strategies, allocating resources, and maintaining timelines.
• Lead project meetings and reviews, and provide feedback on design guidelines and building systems.
• Guide construction activities, including contractor selection, negotiations, budget approvals, procurement, and scheduling.
• Evaluate and approve or reject changes proposed by customers and consultants.
• Monitor budgets, track costs, forecast, manage change orders, and approve payments.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensure compliance, monitor safety standards, and resolve issues.
• Hold landlords accountable to lease terms and ensure timely collection of tenant improvement allowances.

Basic Qualifications

• Significant professional experience in Real Estate Development, Architecture/Design, or Construction Management.
• Proficiency with productivity software such as Microsoft Office, MS Project, and SharePoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in construction management, business administration, engineering, architecture, interior design, or related field.
• Understanding of sourcing, procurement, building systems, vendor management, and customer service.
• Familiarity with legal terms and structures for commercial contracts and leases.

Amazon values diversity and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all societal groups, including South African citizens and members of designated groups contributing to employment equity. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in South Africa and provide necessary identification and work permits if applicable.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.