Project Manager, GEMS, NA Startup

Job Description Amazon is seeking a Project Manager to oversee and coordinate the execution of successful new build infrastructure and expansion/retrofit projects in our Operations Global Engineering Maintenance Sustainability (GEMS) Organization. This individual will lead a team of support personnel and coordinate the resources required to launch new and complex projects with the goals of achieving timelines, staying within budget, and driving standardization within our network. The Project Manager will manage small to medium capital projects with significant schedule commitments and coordinate the schedule of multiple vendors at the same time, interfacing at all levels of the organization. This role requires up to 80% nationwide travel and availability to work from a corporate office when not traveling. Candidates should be willing to relocate within commuting distance or be living near the office. Relocation assistance may be provided. Key Job Responsibilities Manage new and existing programs, successfully delivering difficult projects and goals across multiple organizations. Partner with other program managers to secure resources, scope efforts, set project priorities and milestones, and drive delivery. Own program communication, accelerating progress through crisp and timely decisions, clearing blockers, and escalating as appropriate. Influence design and development of strategic processes. Work with program managers and business leaders to communicate and impact critical business initiatives. Develop, implement, and govern the execution of all business, technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the assigned program, project, or sub‑task. Provide accountability while reporting on status, asking for help, and immediately escalating issues and problems as necessary. Responsible for overall project schedule that enables the teams to be successful based upon the project milestones and Go‑Live. A Day in the Life Monday – Travel to location (Uber, Airport, Rental Car), 3PL Schedule Review Meeting, Emails, PO Approval, Inventory Tracking. Tuesday – Stakeholder Weekly Meeting, Site Walk, Budget Report, Meetings, Project Incentive Work. Wednesday – Safety Walk, Order Review with Procurement, Non‑Inventory Review with Site 3PL, Risk Management, PMO Reporting. Thursday – Travel home (Uber, Airport, Rental Car), Emails, Meetings, Invoice Approvals, Risk Review, Safety Reporting. Friday – Update Source – Project Schedule/Risk Maintenance, File Travel expenses, Book Travel 3 Weeks Out, Document Lessons Learned, Team Meeting, One‑on‑One, Project Meetings, Update Travel Calendar. Exceptional organizational skills required to maintain a successful work‑life harmony. Benefits Summary Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Maternity and Parental Leave Options Paid Time Off (PTO) 401(k) Plan Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, number of regularly scheduled hours, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. Basic Qualifications 2+ years of program or project management experience. Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Experience in a highly analytical, results‑oriented environment with cross‑functional interactions. Experience with Excel. Preferred Qualifications Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, macros, index/match, vlookup, VBA, data links, etc. Knowledge of Lean principles and DMAIC methodology. EEO Statement Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr