Construction Manager, AWS

Overview AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers and the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on challenging problems with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain, and we’re looking for talented people who want to help. You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing capacity at the lowest possible cost. You’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. Responsibilities The Data Center Construction Manager will be responsible for construction project management and oversight of construction-related activities as they relate to new builds or general capital projects, including ownership of scope, quality, schedule, and budget. Direct interface with construction general contractors during the bidding, award, execution, and project closeout/punch list phases. Conduct negotiations with general contractors and evaluate bids/proposals with detail and accuracy. Create construction project scope and request for proposals; perform financial analysis of construction. Manage construction projects for initiatives aimed at increasing the resiliency of data centers. Perform constructability reviews of electrical and mechanical designs for new data centers or optimization of existing data centers. Manage construction documents including submittal reviews, RFIs, change orders, and invoicing; ensure project quality control. Record and report key construction metrics to team members and management; drive teams to perform troubleshooting and root-cause analyses of equipment failures. Lead internal and external teams that support the data center; read and interpret construction specifications and drawings for all disciplines. Define data center system-level architecture, specify/document performance and equipment requirements, communicate conceptual designs, and maintain project documentation. Demonstrate experience with large-scale technical operations or large-scale compute farms. Apply knowledge of building codes and regulations including Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA; experience in controls and commissioning of large-scale projects; experience with power management and power monitoring systems. Preferred certifications include Professional Engineer (PE), LEED, and/or Certified Construction Manager (CCM). The Team and Culture Why AWS: Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating. Diverse Experiences: We encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all preferred qualifications. If your career is just starting or follows a non-traditional path, apply anyway. Work/Life Balance: We value work-life harmony and strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. Inclusive Team Culture: We foster a culture of inclusion with ongoing events and learning experiences to embrace our differences. Mentorship and Career Growth: We provide knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and career-advancing resources to help you develop professionally. Qualifications BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Experience carrying new design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production. Experience in MS Excel, Word, and Windows operating systems. Experience with power management and power monitoring systems. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 5+ years of project management in data centers or comparable critical infrastructure experience. Knowledge of critical data center equipment and engineering documentation, electrical diagrams, and standard operating procedures. Knowledge of building codes and regulations including Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, or OSHA. Experience in project management in data centers or comparable critical infrastructure. Experience in Data Center Engineering Operations with a deep understanding of electrical and mechanical data center infrastructure. Experience reading and interpreting construction specifications and drawings for all domains. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr