Mgr. Schedule Controls Manager, AMER Construction Programs
Amazon Data Services, Inc.
Herndon, VA
JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Applicant Tracking System, Bidding, Building Codes, Building Regulations, Business Practices, Change Requests/Orders, Cloud Computing, Commissioning, Computer Engineering, Construction, Construction Planning, Construction Projects, Construction Schedule, Continuous Improvement, Earned Value Management (EVM), Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Forensic Science, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Life Safety Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Mentoring, National Electrical Code, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Operations Center, OSHA, Operations Management, Performance Analysis, Plan Meetings, Process Improvement, Project Evaluation, Project Execution, Project Management Software, Project Planning, Project Schedule, Pumps, Quality Control, Reporting Dashboards, Request for Proposals (RFP), Risk Analysis, Safety Standards, Schedule Development, Status Reports, Supply Chain, Switchgear, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Operations, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Herndon, VA
POSTED
1 day ago
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
The Manager of the AMER Schedule Controls team is responsible for managing some of the most technical, cost-efficient, and fast-paced construction project schedules achievable. They are constantly challenged to drive continuous improvement, reduced timelines & identify spend reduction opportunities while delivering the highest quality, most technically efficient data centers in the world. You will lead a team of Schedule Controls Manager and drive those project members to scale and improve business practices across AMER.
Key job responsibilities
Key job responsibilities
Lead strategic schedule management for Amazon's innovative data center construction projects across the Americas. As a key member of the Construction Programs organization and the lead for the Schedule Controls team, you'll provide expert guidance on complex project scheduling challenges while ensuring timely delivery of critical infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and mentor a team of Schedule Controls Managers and a host of contracted Schedulers.
Develop and analyze project schedules (L1-L5), identifying critical paths and optimization opportunities
The Schedule Controls team as a whole facilitates Interactive Project Planning Meetings (IPPM) with internal/external stakeholders
Conduct schedule risk assessments and what-if scenarios
Review and validate contractor schedules and resource loading
Prepare executive-level schedule status reports and dashboards
Oversee Earned Value Management (EVM) implementation for schedule tracking
Support schedule forensic analysis and improvement initiatives
Technical Requirements:
Expert knowledge of project scheduling methodologies and tools
Ability to interpret multi-discipline construction documents
Understanding of building codes (Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, OSHA)
Experience with progress measurement and performance tracking
Travel Requirements:
• Up to 25% travel across Americas (US, Canada, LATAM)
• Site visits for pre-construction planning, systems reviews, and commissioning support
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of management experience- 4+ years of general contractor and vendor management work (request for proposals, bidding, change orders, quality control, RFI/submittal tracking) associated with construction and project execution experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Knowledge of the electrical and mechanical systems involved in critical data center operations including systems such as feeders, transformers, generators, switchgear, UPS systems, ATS units, PDU units, chillers, pumps, air handling units, and CRAC units
- Experience in management
- Experience as a general contractor and in vendor management (request for proposals, bidding, change orders, quality control, RFI/submittal tracking) associated with construction and project execution
- Experience hiring, developing, and managing high-performing technical teams
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of building codes and regulations including Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA- Experience owning the operation of a mission-critical team or product
- Experience with large-scale technical operations or large-scale compute farms
- Experience with process improvement techniques such as Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma
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, VA, Herndon - 153,200.00 - 254,500.00 USD annually
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