Sr Construction Project Manager, WWRGD - Operations Support

About the role

Join a team that is shaping the future of grocery retail for Amazon. As a Construction Project Manager III on the Enterprise Team, you will independently own and deliver large-scale, high-complexity major remodel projects across multiple regions nationally-serving as the single-threaded leader responsible for driving quality, schedule, and budget outcomes from preconstruction through closeout.

This role operates at the intersection of technical construction expertise and live retail operations. You will navigate the unique challenges of remodeling within operating store environments, including coordination of refrigeration systems, food safety protocols, and specialty grocery infrastructure-all while maintaining an exceptional customer and team member experience.

Key job responsibilities

• End-to-End Project Delivery - Deliver enterprise-scale minor and major remodels on time and on budget within operating store environments across multiple regions
• Autonomous Execution - Independently manage scope, schedule, and budget for complex, high-dollar programs with minimal oversight
• National Consistency - Apply enterprise standards across dispersed projects while adapting to local jurisdictional requirements
• Cross-Functional Coordination - Serve as central point of project accountability across Design, Operations, Equipment, Refrigeration, and Commissioning
• Quality Assurance - Monitor MEP systems, refrigeration infrastructure, and construction standards ensuring craftsmanship, operational efficiencies, and maximized product capacity
• Stakeholder Management - Influence and negotiate with internal partners, general contractors, landlord/developer representatives, and municipal authorities
• Value Engineering - Optimize project costs while maintaining quality and brand standards
• Operational Coordination - Ensure phased construction sequencing minimizes disruption to active store operations, customers, and team members
• Contract Management - Manage change orders, contract compliance, and RFI accountability
• Contractor Accountability - Manage lead times for permitting, OFI equipment, refrigeration systems, and jurisdictional inspections
• Safety & Compliance - Ensure compliance with life safety, OSHA, and food safety requirements at active store job sites
• Mentorship - Provide technical mentorship; foster accountability and shared fate
• Process Improvement - Contribute to continual improvement of Construction SOPs and bidding procedures
• Expected travel 75-80%

A day in the life

• Reviewing and updating project schedules, milestones, and capital/operational budgets
• Conducting progress meetings with designers, architects, engineers, GCs, subcontractors, equipment buyers, facilities, merchants, and operations
• Coordinating with landlord/developer representatives and municipal authorities on deliverables and compliance
• Evaluating site feasibility, phasing plans, and field progress considering food safety and operational needs
• Overseeing refrigeration system installations, commissioning, and store integration
• Managing RFIs, change orders, contract compliance, permitting, and pay applications
• Conducting site walks to verify quality, safety, scope, and schedule adherence
• Reporting to leadership weekly on status and daily on critical issues
• Identifying and mitigating project risks
• Mentoring and sharing best practices

Basic Qualifications

• 7+ years of project management, real estate development, architecture/design experience
• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, engineering technology or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience executing major remodels within active grocery/retail store environments, including phased construction in operating locations.

Additional information

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Pay and benefits

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.

USA, TX, Virtual Location - Texas - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually