Construction Manager, GES Ops Construction

Construction Manager, GES Ops Construction

Job ID: 10574840 | Amazon.com Services LLC

As a Construction Manager within Global Engineering Services (GES) North America Design & Construction, you are Amazon's owner's representative throughout the full construction lifecycle. You play an integral role in delivering the built facilities and infrastructure that power Amazon's logistics network — including sortation centers, delivery stations, and auxiliary buildings — through new builds, retrofits, and expansions.

In this role, you serve as the primary point of interface between Amazon and its external partners — developers, general contractors, design engineers, and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ) — while collaborating closely with internal stakeholders responsible for equipping, furnishing, and operating our facilities. You are accountable for the safe, on-time, in scope, and on-budget delivery of construction projects, and you bring a disciplined approach to budget management, schedule oversight, contract execution, and quality assurance.

You operate with a high degree of independence within your assigned region, managing multiple concurrent projects while maintaining clear and transparent communication with all project stakeholders. This role combines construction management, engineering, project planning, contract management, and facilities delivery — and requires approximately 60% regional travel within North America.

Key job responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

Champion Amazon's safety programs and standards across all internal and external project teams; hold all participants accountable to a safety-first culture

Interface and coordinate with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) to maintain regulatory compliance and ensure seamless project execution

Lead or assist in negotiations with regulatory bodies as required for permitting and approvals

Project & Construction Management

Manage multiple concurrent projects simultaneously — ranging from small renovations to large-scale ($100M+) new facility builds — from design phase through construction completion and operational handover

Serve as Amazon's owner's representative and primary integrator between construction execution teams and internal stakeholders (operations, equipment, IT, etc.)

Review construction documents, drawings, and specifications for conformance to Amazon's building standards and design guidelines

Identify and resolve design conflicts, schedule clashes, and coordination gaps with other Amazon execution teams

Conduct detailed reviews of contractor bid packages, budgets, and schedules to identify and resolve discrepancies

Assess project performance through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for safety, quality, cost, schedule, and sustainability

Budget, Schedule & Contract Management

Own comprehensive budget tracking, cashflow forecasting, and cost management across assigned projects

Review, analyze, and respond to all proposed cost and time change requests submitted by external project teams

Negotiate construction, procurement, and labor contracts with developers and general contractors; present formal documentation for approval when required

Ensure contracts are fit for purpose, cost-effective, and incorporate appropriate service level agreements

Advise on the impact of changes in scope, schedule, cost, and permitting

Contractor & Stakeholder Management

Audit contractor performance to ensure skills, competencies, and resources are appropriate for the work being performed

Ensure contracted resources deliver work that meets duration and quality targets; address and resolve underperformance issues

Coach and guide project teams — including developers, design engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders — throughout the full project lifecycle

Inform developers and contractors of projected changes in resource or work demand to enable proactive planning

Partner with teams responsible for base building management transition and oversight of all turnover documentation

Communication & Reporting

Maintain clear, concise, and transparent communication with all internal and external stakeholders on project status, risks, and key developments

Utilize Amazon's information systems to record and update schedule, budget, and other key project data

Participate in weekly Architect, Owner, and Contractor (AOC) meetings; provide input on root causes and corrective actions

Prepare reports, specifications, and technical analyses to define design requirements, equipment needs, and services for expansion and remodel projects

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

Provide critical review of current design standards to identify value engineering and design enhancement opportunities

Seek sustainable, environmentally responsible solutions throughout the construction process in alignment with Amazon's building practices

Identify and implement process improvements that drive better outcomes across safety, cost, schedule, and quality

A day in the life

Each day, you act as Amazon's owner on the ground — ensuring the safe, on-time, and 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

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