Sr. Construction Project Manger, Design & Construction (GEMS)

Amazon • Marietta, GA • 2h ago

Description

We are seeking a seasoned professional for a senior-level role leading complex, large-scale construction projects across North America. This position emphasizes strategic planning, team leadership, and program-level direction. The successful candidate will oversee a diverse range of projects including new builds, retrofits, expansions, and program initiatives from site selection through contract execution. Responsibilities encompass all aspects of project delivery, requiring expertise in construction management, demonstrated leadership capabilities, and the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders at senior levels. You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to establish project parameters, including scope, budget, and scheduling, while providing strategic direction and effectively managing and communicating potential risks.

As the project manager, you will lead all pre-construction and construction phases, expertly managing planning, design, budgets, and schedules while orchestrating stakeholder collaboration and driving successful project delivery from inception through closeout.

This role requires up to 60% travel and availability to work from a corporate office when not traveling. Candidates should either live near or be willing to relocate within a reasonable commuting distance of the office. Relocation assistance may be provided.

Key job responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

Drive strategy and execution for multiple complex initiatives

Develop and implement standardization of processes

Guide program-level decisions affecting multiple sites/projects

Mentor junior PMs and project teams

Project Leadership:

Lead portfolio of complex, high-value projects ($100M+)

Drive scope development with senior stakeholders

Launch new initiatives and lead improvement programs

Direct multiple teams across various locations

Establish and maintain program-level standards

Technical Direction:

Guide system and process improvements

Lead development of technical specifications

Drive continuous improvement initiatives

Establish quality control frameworks

Foster innovation in methods and approaches

Stakeholder Management:

Build strategic partnerships with key vendors

Engage with senior internal stakeholders

Develop relationships with key external partners

Lead strategic communications

Shape program standards and direction

Financial Leadership:

Direct program budgets across multiple projects

Lead portfolio-level planning and forecasting

Drive high-level vendor negotiations

Develop risk management strategies

Lead cost optimization initiatives

Leadership Competencies:

Strategic thinking and planning

Advanced problem-solving

Team leadership and development

Senior stakeholder management

Program-level decision making

Risk management

A day in the life

Amazon Benefits:

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, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Maternity and Parental Leave Options

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skill sets. If you're passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you & eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or above

Experience with project delivery

Experience in a leadership role

Experience in strategic planning

Experience in stakeholder and communication management

10+ years of project management, real estate development, architecture/design experience

Preferred Qualifications

7+ years of project management, real estate development, architecture/design experience

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, GA, ATLANTA - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually

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