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Sr Design Program Manager (TIPM) - fixed term contract 11 months, Global Realty Building Design & Engineering

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Amazon

29d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Construction & Surveying
    Architecture & Urban Planning
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor’s in a related field, 10+ years in architecture/program management, project management experience, team leadership, software proficiency, excellent communication, and sustainability knowledge.
  • You will drive real estate design decisions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage third-party architects, ensure compliance with standards, and facilitate strategic design discussions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction management, engineering, or a related field
  • 10+ years experience in architecture and program management
  • Project management experience from design phase through implementation and operation
  • Ability to lead and manage a team, including, coaching and disciplinary actions, as needed
  • Demonstrated expertise in software programs for Revit, Bluebeam, BIM360, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Knowledge of primary building systems on industrial projects— foundations, primary building structure and walls, mechanical, electrical and plumbing, fire protection, specialty systems, conveying systems and interior finishes, along with the sequence of assembly for each.
  • Master’s or other advanced degree(s) in sustainability, architecture, engineering, business administration, data science, or related fields
  • Sustainability certification/Sustainability degree or experience
  • PMP certification
  • Building design & construction project management experience from programming, design, construction, and operations including project planning for scope, schedule, and costs
  • Recent and documented professional continuing education
  • Proven experience implementing and managing a building design program including development of templates (aka prototypes), technical specifications, and design standards

Responsibilities

  • Work with cross-functional teams of technical and non-technical stakeholders to interpret, communicate, and drive full lifecycle real estate and design decisions.
  • Drive a world class associate experience and operational efficiency as part of the building design.
  • Solicit requirements from and explain technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders; including collecting business and systems requirements from stakeholders, defining scope, and ensuring the successful adoption of key insights building standards.
  • Break large and complex projects down into manageable pieces, develop functional specifications, ruthlessly prioritize, and deliver results to make best-in-class products that meet org-wide goals.
  • Provide technical architectural design, change management, sustainable building design standards, architectural design standards, technical specifications expertise.
  • Provide technical design and quality reviews at various milestones throughout the design process to ensure building designs are compliant with design standards and business and sustainability requirements. Oversight compliance with National requirements and building codes.
  • Manage third-party architects, engineers and designers responsible for creating the building design templates for customer fulfillment and/or logistics buildings.
  • Assist with preparation and presentation of strategic design discussions at various levels, and coordination of workshops that drive alignment on key issues, design practices, new building designs, and initiatives.

FAQs

What is the duration of the contract for this position?

The contract for this position is fixed-term for 11 months.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A Bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction management, engineering, or a related field is required, along with 10+ years of experience in architecture and program management.

Is project management experience necessary for this role?

Yes, project management experience from the design phase through implementation and operation is required.

What software skills are needed for this position?

Demonstrated expertise in software programs such as Revit, Bluebeam, BIM360, AutoCAD, and the Microsoft Office Suite is required.

Where is this position based?

The role can be based in Luxembourg, the UK, or Spain.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, the role includes occasional travel.

What type of architectural design experience is preferred?

Technical architectural design experience related to commercial, industrial, and/or logistics buildings is preferred.

Are there any advanced degree requirements?

A Master’s or other advanced degree(s) in sustainability, architecture, engineering, business administration, data science, or related fields is preferred.

Is PMP certification required for this role?

While PMP certification is preferred, it is not explicitly stated as a requirement in the job description.

Will I be managing a team in this role?

Yes, the successful candidate will lead and manage a team, including coaching and disciplinary actions as needed.

What is the primary responsibility of the Sr Design Program Manager?

The primary responsibility includes leading the program support team for an EU business unit, focusing on building design, planning, project management, and sustainability.

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Amazon

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

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