Description
Do you have a passion for working in a role where your expertise in BIM, HVAC, plumbing design, and next-generation data center innovation converge into a single leadership opportunity? Have you ever envisioned shaping the future of BIM at a scale that spans the globe and redefines how data centers are designed and built? If these questions resonate with you, we invite you to explore this opportunity further.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a BIM Engineering Manager to lead the Americas Mechanical BIM design group, part of a global engineering team responsible for the design and continuous innovation of our rapidly expanding data center footprint. In this role, you will manage a team of BIM designers influencing all aspects of mechanical BIM design, coordination, and documentation - including HVAC, plumbing, and hydronic systems - across the Americas. You will work with internal and external teams to define, design, detail, and document the mechanical features our facilities require, coordinating system space requirements, supporting utilities, and equipment locations across all mechanical-related trades. You will review all models and drawings to ensure they meet applicable regional code requirements described in our design standards, and contribute your expertise to the continual improvement of our BIM quality and standard operating procedures.
As the team's subject matter expert, you will serve as the point of escalation for the team on technical BIM systems for mechanical, plumbing and fire protection. You will ensure that the team has the information and tools they need to design our data centers the way we expect them to, and that our operations teams are well equipped to operate and maintain them as needed to meet our goals. As part of this role, you will work with internal and external stakeholders - including design, construction, operations, vendors, and other service providers.
As part of the broader management team, you will work with organizational leadership to implement strategy by contributing to our Innovation and Strategic Roadmap, defining team goals, and executing the tactics that drive results. You will be responsible for staffing, schedule and budget management, model and drawing approvals, and developing repeatable BIM workflows. You will be part of a global team, and you will be an integral part of our work to change the world through technology - empowering your designers to do their best work and raising the bar on how we deliver mechanical BIM design at AWS.
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most 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 seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion
Key job responsibilities
Lead and develop a high-performing team of Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection BIM design professionals through targeted recruitment, mentoring, and rigorous performance management.
Own and continuously elevate BIM quality standards, best practices, and templates across the organization, ensuring full compliance with AWS standards.
Drive capacity delivery design projects, schedules, and budgets to meet business objectives, embedding LEAN principles to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Review and approve MEP/ICT Revit models and construction documents, providing comprehensive technical oversight of template and reference models.
Define and execute a strategic roadmap for BIM implementation, leading process improvements that measurably enhance design delivery efficiency.
Partner with Design Engineering senior leadership and key stakeholders to shape priorities and influence processes across multiple teams.
Champion cross-functional collaboration with internal teams, external consultants, vendors, and contractors to ensure consistent, high-quality project delivery.
Own reporting on goals, quality, and performance metrics to Senior Managers and Directors, translating data into actionable insights.
This position requires up to 25% travel.
About the team
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 - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field
Minimum of 5 years managing a team of BIM designers and engineers.
Cumulative 10+ years of experience in BIM engineering or the construction industry, related to all aspects of Mechanical, including fire suppression systems, fire alarm and detection systems, fire-resistive construction, and life safety.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience in BIM/AEC design technologies, with a focus on mechanical systems in data centers, critical medical, industrial, oil and gas, or large-scale mechanical and power systems environments.
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Detailed knowledge of industry BIM standards and best practices, including BIMForum LOD Specification, AIA, and NBIMS standards.
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Experience applying local codes, NFPA standards, International Code Council (ICC) requirements, and other mechanical industry standards, procedures, and methodologies.
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Demonstrated experience applying Lean principles to BIM modeling and construction document production workflows and delivery.
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Proven ability to research, evaluate, and implement emerging design technologies and lead teams to adopt new BIM tools, procedures, and best practices into a structured design delivery process at scale.
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Experience with industry-standard software tools including Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam, Dynamo, RF Tools, CTC Tools, and Procore.
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Ability to read and understand construction documents across all trades, including design drawings, control diagrams, and specifications.
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Experience with design review processes, specification development, design standards development, and submittal review.
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Experience with performance-based alternatives to prescriptive mechanical design; advanced knowledge of both mechanical and electrical systems commissioning.
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Ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions that reduce costs without compromising quality, reliability, or maintainability.
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Strong analytical and business analytics skills, with the ability to perform complex business case analyses and present technical justifications to senior leadership.
Experience authoring white papers, technical documentation, training materials, Code Modification Requests (CMRs), and Alternate Materials and Methods (AMM) proposals.
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 disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations 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. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .
USA, VA, Herndon - 150,200.00 - 203,300.00 USD annually
