Sr. Pre-Construction Manager, North America Quick Commerce

Amazon's Quick Commerce team is revolutionizing the customer experience through sub-30-minute delivery by rapidly scaling a first-of-its-kind micro-fulfillment network across North America. We are seeking a highly motivated Sr. Pre-Construction Manager to serve as a senior individual contributor responsible for leading pre-construction strategy and execution across a portfolio of complex retail and logistics projects.This role is ideal for a strategic builder who thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and can influence cross-functional stakeholders to deliver scalable solutions. The Sr. Pre-Construction Manager will own site due diligence, design development, budgeting, permitting strategy, procurement coordination, and pre-construction execution while partnering closely with Real Estate, Design, Construction, Launch, Operations, Legal, and external consultants. This individual will play a critical role in enabling accelerated delivery timelines while maintaining high standards for cost, quality, and operational readiness.Successful candidates bring deep experience in construction management, architecture, engineering, development, or owner-side project delivery. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise, operational rigor, executive communication skills, and the ability to influence without direct authority while driving complex initiatives across a broad stakeholder network.Key job responsibilities- Own pre-construction execution across a portfolio of Quick Commerce tenant improvement and conversion projects, ensuring alignment on scope, schedule, budget, and launch milestones.- Lead site due diligence activities, including entitlement review, utility coordination, zoning analysis, permitting strategy, MEP feasibility, and landlord coordination.- Drive cross-functional alignment with Real Estate, Design, Construction, Launch, Operations, Finance, and Legal to enable successful project delivery.- Develop and implement standardized processes, scalable mechanisms, and reporting tools that improve portfolio execution and support network expansion.- Lead RFP development, bid leveling, contractor and consultant procurement, and pre-construction budgeting activities.- Review conceptual and detailed designs to optimize operational functionality, constructability, schedule, and cost.- Identify, assess, and resolve permitting, jurisdictional, landlord, utility, and design risks throughout the pre-construction lifecycle.- Present project status, budgets, schedules, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership and executive stakeholders.- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing costs, shortening project timelines, increasing launch readiness, and improving program standardization.- Partner with Construction and Launch teams to ensure seamless transitions from pre-construction through project execution and operational handoff.- Serve as a subject matter expert, providing technical guidance and influencing strategic decisions across the broader Quick Commerce development portfolio.Basic qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Structural, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering- 5+ years of construction or project management, or 5+ years of relevant discipline work experience- Experience in solving complex business challenges by delivering accurate and timely financial models, analysis, and recommendations that have a proven impact on business (e.g., financial savings, operational improvements, or customer benefits), or experience in tax, finance or a related analytical field- Experience working with and influencing senior level stakeholders- Experience analyzing large datasets and translating them to actionable business insight- Experience managing multiple projects and priorities across teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentPreferred qualification - PMP, or PMP certificate- Experience influencing at all levels within an organization, particularly at the executive level- Experience prior success in driving execution of large-scale project plans with multiple teams in support of business goals- Experience in project management in construction and contracts management- Experience working with technical and non-technical business owners/partners to overcome obstacles and deliver results- Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities- Experience communicating complex concepts clearly and persuasively to different audiences- Travel up to 30% of the time- MBA, or Master's degree- Strong Design, Engineering, or Construction Management experience in the commercial, or industrial warehouse industry.- Architectural Registration, Professional Engineer Registration, CEM and/or other building professional accreditationAmazon 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 disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit 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, and 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, and parental leave. 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