Senior Level Pre-Construction Director Jobs
Senior level pre-construction director jobs put experienced professionals in charge of estimating strategy, project scope decisions, and the cross-functional teams that carry preconstruction from concept to groundbreaking. Openings concentrate across Technology & Software, Retail, and Staffing & Recruiting, with mostly on-site and hybrid settings, and employers like Amazon, Fluidstack, and ENFRA hiring at this level now.
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AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of 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 data center delivery — and we’re looking for talented leaders who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of Construction managers, Design engineers, Procurement managers, Cost Engineers, Technical Project Managers, Finance Managers, 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 positioning AWS DC delivery for the fastest delivery possible for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
AWS is seeking a motivated and data-driven Lead of Pre-construction organization to support the Americas data center build out. The candidate should have strong construction project planning from due diligence to design to contracting and to project close out experience. They must possess strong analytical and financial acumen, communication capabilities, management experience, and a hands-on passion to dive deep into processes used in our data center operations network. Additionally, the candidate must have proven skills in managing large-scale construction projects.
As a leader of Pre-Construction, you will lead a team of highly talented builders responsible for developing project budgets, leading campus planning in partnership with Real Estate, Design and Project Management, driving constructability improvements project over project, delivering project schedules that align with capacity delivery needs, and partnering with procurement to contract supply partners and supply capacity to enable our long-term growth. You will develop mechanisms and metrics to ensure budget accuracy, scope accuracy, cost avoidance, value engineering, and schedule and constructability optimization.
The ideal candidate thinks long term, drives multiple initiatives, communicates appropriately, and influences customers and suppliers at all levels. You will be collaborative, but also work with significant autonomy. To be successful in this role you will be highly analytical; think strategically and globally; exhibit curiosity and learning drive; have a sense of urgency to meet customer timelines, succeed in a fast-paced environment; and have a high level of customer focus and business judgment. It will be critical to embrace and model Amazon’s Leadership Principles and have an entrepreneurial spirit.
Key job responsibilities
A successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Proven experience managing teams. Proven experience driving large-scale process improvements resulting in measurable value
- High attention to detail including proven ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously
- Ability to think strategically and execute methodically
- Demonstrated ability to influence teams to adopt change utilizing smart technologies
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where ambiguity exists and continuous innovation is desired
- Committed to learning and expanding professional and technical knowledge
- Demonstrated analytical, financial and quantitative skills and ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions and develop business cases
- Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary; general manager/owner mentality
- Demonstrated ability to dive deep in understanding the product, our business, and the competitive landscape
- Ability to see ahead comprehensively and devise a strong plan of action, and ensure execution happens on time, every time
- Ability to get things done and produce conclusive, measurable results within time commitments
- Strong influencing skills
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of relevant management experience in datacenter operations, facility engineering operations, information technology critical environment facilities, advanced high volume manufacturing, datacenter build-outs and scaling, or similar experience
- Bachelor's degree or above in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or an equivalent engineering science
- Experience in construction of data center delivery (design, commissioning and construction), mission critical facilities, or equivalent industrial/manufacturing facility builds
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Education in construction management or civil/mechanical/electrical engineering. And large scale data center campus build out experience.
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.
LOCATION
USA, VA, Herndon - 182,300.00 - 272,500.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of 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 data center delivery — and we’re looking for talented leaders who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of Construction managers, Design engineers, Procurement managers, Cost Engineers, Technical Project Managers, Finance Managers, 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 positioning AWS DC delivery for the fastest delivery possible for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
AWS is seeking a motivated and data-driven Lead of Pre-construction organization to support the Americas data center build out. The candidate should have strong construction project planning from due diligence to design to contracting and to project close out experience. They must possess strong analytical and financial acumen, communication capabilities, management experience, and a hands-on passion to dive deep into processes used in our data center operations network. Additionally, the candidate must have proven skills in managing large-scale construction projects.
As a leader of Pre-Construction, you will lead a team of highly talented builders responsible for developing project budgets, leading campus planning in partnership with Real Estate, Design and Project Management, driving constructability improvements project over project, delivering project schedules that align with capacity delivery needs, and partnering with procurement to contract supply partners and supply capacity to enable our long-term growth. You will develop mechanisms and metrics to ensure budget accuracy, scope accuracy, cost avoidance, value engineering, and schedule and constructability optimization.
The ideal candidate thinks long term, drives multiple initiatives, communicates appropriately, and influences customers and suppliers at all levels. You will be collaborative, but also work with significant autonomy. To be successful in this role you will be highly analytical; think strategically and globally; exhibit curiosity and learning drive; have a sense of urgency to meet customer timelines, succeed in a fast-paced environment; and have a high level of customer focus and business judgment. It will be critical to embrace and model Amazon’s Leadership Principles and have an entrepreneurial spirit.
Key job responsibilities
A successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Proven experience managing teams. Proven experience driving large-scale process improvements resulting in measurable value
- High attention to detail including proven ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously
- Ability to think strategically and execute methodically
- Demonstrated ability to influence teams to adopt change utilizing smart technologies
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where ambiguity exists and continuous innovation is desired
- Committed to learning and expanding professional and technical knowledge
- Demonstrated analytical, financial and quantitative skills and ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions and develop business cases
- Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary; general manager/owner mentality
- Demonstrated ability to dive deep in understanding the product, our business, and the competitive landscape
- Ability to see ahead comprehensively and devise a strong plan of action, and ensure execution happens on time, every time
- Ability to get things done and produce conclusive, measurable results within time commitments
- Strong influencing skills
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of relevant management experience in datacenter operations, facility engineering operations, information technology critical environment facilities, advanced high volume manufacturing, datacenter build-outs and scaling, or similar experience
- Bachelor's degree or above in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or an equivalent engineering science
- Experience in construction of data center delivery (design, commissioning and construction), mission critical facilities, or equivalent industrial/manufacturing facility builds
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Education in construction management or civil/mechanical/electrical engineering. And large scale data center campus build out experience.
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.
LOCATION
USA, VA, Herndon - 182,300.00 - 272,500.00 USD annually
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Senior Level Pre-Construction Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level pre-construction director job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned the full preconstruction process end to end, not just supported it. Demonstrable experience leading estimating teams, managing owner relationships, and setting bid strategy on large or complex projects gives candidates the clearest edge. A portfolio of projects where you controlled scope, budget, and schedule assumptions from day one is the most compelling signal hiring managers respond to.
Which companies hire senior level pre-construction directors?
Companies hiring senior level pre-construction directors right now include Amazon, Fluidstack, and ENFRA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from regional general contractors, national construction management firms, and large real estate developers with active pipeline volume that requires dedicated preconstruction leadership.
Are there remote senior level pre-construction director jobs?
Yes, though most roles in this field include at least some on-site or project-based presence. About 0% of senior level pre-construction director openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements being more common than fully remote at this seniority level given the client-facing and site-coordination responsibilities that come with the role.
What makes a pre-construction director role senior level?
Senior level pre-construction director roles are defined by ownership of outcomes rather than execution of tasks. These positions carry accountability for estimating accuracy across a full project portfolio, relationships with owners and design partners, go/no-go decisions on bids, and the development of junior estimators and project managers on the team. The scope is strategic, and the technical depth required reflects years of hands-on project experience.
Which industries hire the most senior level pre-construction directors?
Senior Level pre-construction director roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Retail, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at this level because their project pipelines are large enough and complex enough to require dedicated senior leadership over the full preconstruction phase rather than distributing that responsibility across project management teams.