Construction Manager, AMER West

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers and all 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. As a Data Center Construction Manager, you will be a part of a creative, diverse team tasked with solving fascinating problems constructing Amazon Data Centers. Our data centers are industry-leading examples of energy efficient, cost-effective designs. Key job responsibilities include construction project management and oversight of construction related activities, ownership of the project scope, quality, schedule, and budget, and leadership within the group as well as within internal and external teams that support the data center. Direct interface with construction general contractors during the bidding, award, execution, and project close out/punch list phases. Conduct negotiations with general contractors and evaluate bids/proposals with detail and accuracy. Create construction project scope and request for proposals. Financial analysis of construction. Construction project management for specific initiatives aimed at increasing the resiliency of our data centers. Constructability reviews of electrical and mechanical designs associated with the construction of new data centers or optimization of existing data centers. Construction document management including submittal review, RFI’s, change orders, and invoicing. Construction project quality control. Record and report key construction metrics to team members and management. Drive teams to perform troubleshooting and root-cause failure analysis associated with equipment failures. We value work-life harmony and strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or an equivalent engineering science OR 4+ years of related construction management experience in lieu of a degree. 5+ years of experience in construction management of large, complex projects involving large-scale mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) plants. 4+ years of general contractor and vendor management experience (request for proposals, bidding, change orders, quality control, RFI/submittal tracking) associated with construction and project execution. 4+ years of experience constructing electrical engineering systems including large scale power distribution/generation gear and constructing mechanical engineering systems including cooling systems. Preferred Qualifications: Understand electrical engineering principles including switch gear, UPS, transformers, and circuit breakers. Understand mechanical engineering principles for cooling systems. Experience directly related to the design or construction of data centers/critical infrastructure or large scale mechanical and electrical plants. Define data center system-level architecture, specify/document performance and equipment requirements, create/communicate conceptual designs, and create/maintain project documentation. Knowledge of building codes and regulations including Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA. Certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE), LEED, and/or Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

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