About the Role
We are seeking a seasoned Construction Project Director to lead our construction engineering, planning, and design initiatives for Fulfillment Centers (FCs) and other new or expansion projects.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing project management, real estate development, architecture/design experience, and effectively communicating Amazon requirements to various audiences.
This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams, including EU, NA, Brazil, and Mexico, to deliver high-quality projects that meet customer needs. The successful candidate will also need to negotiate contracts with General Contractors and trade contractors, manage budgets, and ensure timely delivery of projects.
A day in the life of this role includes prioritizing internal stakeholders and project requirements while ensuring Amazon specifications are met. This involves traveling between projects, liaising with Consultants, Authorities, and worldwide Amazon teams to ensure projects meet customer needs.
Main Responsibilities:
* Oversee construction engineering, planning, and design for FCs and other new or expansion projects.
* Lead construction scope review and development with internal operational customers, and facilitate engineering and design efforts on new and remodel projects.
* Prepare reports, specifications, technical analysis to fully define the design requirements, equipment, and services required on capacity expansion and remodel projects.
* Oversee and facilitate execution of ground up shell, TI, and engineering deployment for new facilities within the network.
* Provide technical direction concerning engineering design/AutoCAD, building design, layouts, build details, schedules, and materials in accordance with Amazon Specifications.
* Negotiate contracts with General Contractors and trade contractors and present formal documentation for approval when required.
* Ensure that contracts are fit for purpose, cost-effective, and incorporate appropriate Service Level Agreements.
* Provide overall site management, coordination, planning, specification of business proposals, and coordination of subcontractors.
* Facilitate and team with others on due diligence evaluation of new opportunities.
* Partner with teams tasked with transition of base building management and oversight of all turnover documentation.