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Design & Construction Mgr, EMEA, GREF

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Amazon

28d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Construction & Surveying
    Real Estate & Property
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a degree and significant experience in real estate, architecture, or construction management, team management, basic German, and familiarity with contracts and architectural plans.
  • You will manage design and construction projects, oversee teams, negotiate contracts, influence design guidelines, evaluate office space, and ensure timely project completion.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Significant professional experience in Real Estate Development, Architecture/Design, and/or Construction Management.
  • Experience building and managing a team or department within a startup or entrepreneurial setting, particularly one with both proprietary and contract resources.
  • Highly competent with personal computers and productivity software, including Microsoft Office, MS Project, Dropbox and Sharepoint.
  • University/Undergraduate degree in construction management, business administration, engineering, architecture, interior design, or a similar discipline; OR alternative to a degree, an additional 5 years of relevant professional experience.
  • Basic understanding and proficiency with the German language.
  • Keen understanding of sourcing/procurement, building systems and maintenance, vendor management and customer service.
  • Comfortable with legal terms and structures for standard commercial contracts.
  • Familiarity with architectural plans and details
  • Experience in working in a Global environment or multiple countries within EMEA is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Represent GREF to internal and external customers for the delivery of office space.
  • Work closely with and manage teams of project managers, architects, design consultants, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure decisions are made at the appropriate level and Amazon’s priorities are always the driving factor.
  • Provide management of design and construction projects, which may include the following:
  • Develop project strategies and ensure appropriate resources are allocated to complete the project in accordance with the aligned strategy. Oversee and manage the projects to ensure timely completion, efficient use of resources and successful transfer of space to end users.
  • Guidance of design, including space plan, finishes, systems, equipment, etc.
  • Guidance of construction, including selection of contractors, contract negotiations, approvals of budgets, change orders, procurement and contracting methods, schedule, and subcontractors.
  • Evaluations, approvals, or rejections of design changes by customers and designers.
  • Oversee project management vendors and the creation of project budgets for spend approvals.
  • Influence design guidelines, including minimum specifications, basis of design for various building systems, etc.
  • Assist in the evaluation of prospective office lease space.
  • Work with Amazon Procurement to establish priorities and create/implement strategies for generation of savings on corporate office construction related items through harnessing economies of scale and direct negotiation with manufacturers.
  • Negotiate with landlords regarding issues surrounding possession timing, latent defects, etc.

FAQs

What educational qualifications are required for the Design & Construction Manager position?

A university/undergraduate degree in construction management, business administration, engineering, architecture, interior design, or a similar discipline is required; alternatively, five additional years of relevant professional experience can be considered in lieu of a degree.

Is experience in a specific region required for this role?

Yes, experience working in a global environment or across multiple countries within EMEA is highly preferred.

What kind of professional experience is necessary for this position?

Significant professional experience in Real Estate Development, Architecture/Design, and/or Construction Management is necessary.

Is proficiency in a specific language necessary?

A basic understanding and proficiency with the German language is required for this role.

What type of management experience is preferred?

Experience building and managing a team or department within a startup or entrepreneurial setting, especially one with both proprietary and contract resources, is preferred.

What software skills are needed for this position?

Candidates should be highly competent with personal computers and productivity software, including Microsoft Office, MS Project, Dropbox, and SharePoint.

What are the key responsibilities of the Design & Construction Manager?

Key responsibilities include managing design and construction projects, overseeing project managers, guiding design and construction processes, developing project strategies, and collaborating with leadership and stakeholders.

How does this role interact with external partners?

The Design & Construction Manager represents GREF to internal and external customers for the delivery of office space, works closely with project managers, architects, contractors, and subcontractors, and negotiates with landlords on various issues.

Will I have to lead a team in this position?

Yes, providing leadership, vision, and management of corporate office construction and renovation projects is a key responsibility of the Design & Construction Manager.

Can I apply if I don't have a degree but possess extensive relevant experience?

Yes, candidates without a degree can apply if they have an additional five years of relevant professional experience.

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Amazon

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1994
Founded Year

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