Construction Manager, North America Construction Manager
Amazon.com Services LLC•4h ago
United StatesOnsiteFull-timeMid Level5+ yrs exp
H-1B verified · 2310 LCAs
- Amazon's Global Engineering Services (GES) North America Design & Construction team is seeking a Construction Manager to serve as Amazon's owner's representative in the delivery of built facilities and infrastructure supporting our logistics network. In this role, you will manage the full construction lifecycle — from design review and contractor procurement through construction execution and operational handover — for new builds, retrofits, expansions
- program initiatives across your assigned region. You will be the primary point of interface between Amazon and its external partners, including developers, general contractors, design engineers
- regulatory authorities
- serving as the key integrator between construction and the internal Amazon teams responsible for equipping, furnishing
- operating our facilities. Projects range from targeted renovations to large-scale new facility builds, including fulfillment centers, sortation centers, delivery stations
- auxiliary buildings. This role requires strong technical construction expertise, sharp commercial acumen
- the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects independently. You will bring a disciplined approach to safety, budget management, schedule oversight, contract execution
- stakeholder communication — all in service of delivering world-class facilities for Amazon's customers. This role requires 60% regional travel and availability to work from a corporate office when not traveling. Candidates should either live near or be willing to relocate within a reasonable commuting distance of the office. Relocation assistance may be provided. Key job responsibilities
- Serve as Amazon's owner's representative and primary construction integrator across all assigned projects
- Manage multiple concurrent projects from design phase through construction completion and operational handover
- Conduct detailed reviews of contractor bid packages, budgets, and schedules; identify and resolve discrepancies
- Own comprehensive budget tracking, cashflow forecasting, and cost management
- Negotiate construction, procurement, and labor contracts with developers and general contractors
- Audit contractor performance to ensure skills, competencies, and resources meet project requirements
- Coordinate with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for permitting, regulatory compliance, and approvals
- Review construction documents and ongoing work for conformance to Amazon's building specifications and design standards
- Identify and resolve design conflicts, schedule clashes, and coordination gaps across Amazon execution teams
- Coach and guide project teams — developers, design engineers, contractors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders — throughout the project lifecycle
- Champion Amazon's safety programs and hold all project stakeholders accountable to a safety-first culture
- Maintain clear, concise, and transparent communication with all internal and external stakeholders
- Assess project performance through KPIs for safety, quality, cost, schedule, and sustainability
- Partner with teams responsible for facility transition, base building management, and turnover documentation
- Identify value engineering and design enhancement opportunities in collaboration with internal engineering partners
- Seek sustainable, environmentally responsible solutions throughout the construction process A day in the life Each day, you act as Amazon's owner on the ground — ensuring the safe, on-time
- on-budget execution of construction projects across your region. Your day may include:
- Coordinating with general contractors on project status, upcoming milestones, and emerging risks
- Reviewing and responding to RFIs, submittals, change order requests, and schedule updates
- Participating in AOC meetings and driving accountability across the project team
- Conducting site visits to verify construction quality and safety compliance
- Updating Amazon's project management systems with current budget, schedule, and status information
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders on facility readiness, equipment coordination, and operational handover planning
- Reviewing design documents and providing feedback to engineering and design partners
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering
- a related field - 5+ years of proficiency with AutoCAD and/or BIM
- scheduling software (Primavera, MS Project
- similar) - 5+ years of experience as an Architect, Engineer, Construction Manager
- in a related construction discipline - 5+ years of project management experience spanning design phase through construction completion and operational handover - 5+ years of experience negotiating construction, procurement, and/or labor contracts
- Experience in General Contracting, Owner's Representation, Commercial Development, Engineering & Design) - Demonstrated success communicating project requirements to diverse audiences including senior leadership, public officials, vendors
- operational teams - Experience in facilities management, including planning, design review, implementation
- project controls - Experience managing concurrent projects in a program management capacity - Experience with vendor and contractor/subcontractor negotiation and management skills associated with construction and project execution Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability
- 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
- 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
- parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . 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
Required skills
AutoCADBIMPrimaveraMS Projectproject managementconstruction managementnegotiationfacilities management