Skip to main content
Back to jobs

Senior Construction Manager, SoCal/Irvine , GREF - Workplace Design & Construction (WD&C)

External
Amazon.com Services LLC logoAmazon.com · Culver City, CA
Full-timeOn-site1d ago
AWS
Cover LetterConnect

Prepare for this interview

Elite

AI-generated questions, company research, and talking points tailored to this role


Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 7+ years of experience in Project Management, Real Estate Development, Architecture/Design, Construction Management
  • University/Undergraduate degree in construction management, business administration, engineering, architecture, interior design, or a similar discipline; or as an alternative to a degree, an additional 10 years of relevant professional experience.
  • Keen understanding of sourcing/procurement, building systems and maintenance, vendor management, and customer service.
  • Demonstrates comfort with legal terms and structures for standard commercial contracts and leases.
  • 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 dis

Additional Information

The Global Real Estate and Facilities (GREF) team provides real estate transaction expertise, business partnering, space & occupancy planning, design and construction, capital investment program management and facility maintenance and operations for Amazon's corporate office portfolio across multiple countries. We partner with suppliers to ensure quality, innovation, and operational excellence with Amazon's business and utilize customer driven feedback to continuously improve and exceed employee expectations. GREF's Workplace Design and Construction team is looking for a Construction Manager to drive construction services on projects, including tenant improvements, new builds, expansions, and renovations of Amazon corporate facilities. Responsible for delivery of projects from outset of design through operational turnover, this individual must be comfortable operating on both strategic and tactical levels, simultaneously acting as an internal ambassador, educator, analyst, solutions architect, and implementer. This role collaborates with leadership and other stakeholders to set a budget and schedule, then drive project objectives, scope, space allocation, cost, prioritization, and sequencing of requests all within the set parameters. All of this is accomplished by building strong design and construction project teams that thrive and excel through collaboration. The role also involves managing contractor performance to ensure timely completion, compliance with cost requirements, organizational standards, and other requirements and regulations. Key job responsibilities - Represent GREF to internal customers for the delivery of their space - Work closely with and influence internal and external stakeholders, including architects, design consultants, contractors, and subcontractors, to ensure decisions are made at the appropriate level and Amazon's priorities remain the driving factor - Develop and monitor project budgets, track costs, and prepare forecasts. Manage change orders and contract modifications, review and approve payments. Identify and mitigate project risks, ensure compliance with contracts and regulations, monitor safety standards and requirements, and resolve project issues - Hold landlords accountable to lease terms, including premises delivery timing and condition - Ensure tenant improvement allowances are collected in a timely manner Provide management of design and construction projects, which may include the following: - Develop project strategies and ensure appropriate resources are allocated to complete projects in accordance with strategies. Develop and maintain project timelines - Lead project meetings and progress reviews. - Provide feedback on design guidelines, including minimum specifications and basis of design for various building systems - Guide construction activities, including contractor selection, contract negotiations, budget approvals, change orders, procurement methods, scheduling, and subcontractor management - Evaluate, approve, or reject design changes proposed by customers and designers


Your Match

How well this role fits your profile.

Company Intel

What employees say

Worked at Amazon.com Services LLC? Share your experience

Interested in this role?

Apply on the company's website.

Cover LetterConnect