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Construction managers are sponsored at Bechtel, Fluor, AECOM, Turner, Skanska, and Jacobs for roles overseeing commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects that require civil engineering, construction management, or architectural engineering degrees. H-1B classification is strong because construction management involves specialized knowledge of structural systems, building codes, scheduling methodology, and project controls, and CHIPS Act semiconductor fab construction, hyperscale data center expansion, and federal infrastructure bill spending have created the most acute demand for experienced construction managers in decades.
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Amazon is looking for a Sr. Pre-Construction Manager who will be responsible for project managing building industrial development including new builds, retrofits, expansion, and program initiatives from site selection through contract execution. You will partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure scope, budget, and schedule definition are established including timely receipt of building and site permits. You are responsible as the project manager to lead planning, design and pre-construction projects, including new built-to-suit industrial buildings, tenant improvements, extensions of existing facilities and renovation projects.
Key competencies of this position include ensuring that contracted resources deliver work product in support of project durations, permitting, key performance indicators (KPI), quality documentation/artifacts, managing project teams (developers, design engineers, professional consultants), influencing internal teams (Design Engineering, Amazon Robotics), contract management governance, conceptual estimating and budget oversight and overseeing multiple large industrial projects in various locations simultaneously. Translating technical documents and information into an end-to-end story providing a detailed risk analysis for our leaders and customers is essential. This opportunity combines construction engineering, planning, project management, real estate development, validating design, site visits, understanding local building and fire code issues, utilities, sustainability, multi-disciplinary design management, and contract management. The Sr. Pre-Construction Manager is responsible for the planning and design of scope, budget, schedule prior to handing off to the construction manager to construct focusing on taking ownership to resolve upstream issues and support the construction team throughout the process.
This role requires 60% regional travel and availability to work from a corporate office when not traveling. Candidates should either live near or be willing to relocate within a reasonable commuting distance of the office. Relocation assistance may be provided.
Key job responsibilities
- A Sr. Pre-Construction Manager drives results through communicating, weighing risks, making decisions, leading and influencing. Independently manages complex, cross-functional industrial builds from site selection through design completion, permitting and contract execution.
- Work with internal/external stakeholders including real estate, design engineering, entitlements, construction, finance, launch/startup, architects, engineers, permitting agencies, developers and landlords to secure resources, scope infrastructure builds, set priorities, milestones, drive delivery to meet deadlines, and resolves issues.
- Represent project and technical information to many different audiences. Manage working relationships with stakeholders and vendors, and lead constructive dialogue to resolve and prevent project issues.
- Manage vendor procurement, and oversee professional service providers ensuring their skills and competencies meet the needs required of entitling property and projects.
- Perform pricing reviews for scope inclusions/exclusions and negotiate the cost of the work with the developer, general contractor and design consultants.
- Cost estimating, schedule tracking, and forecasting are fundamental components, including identifying and solving factors that may impede a successful permitted project hand-over to Amazon stakeholders.
- Supervise the implementation and management of Amazon’s safety programs and standards with the entire internal and external project team in the planning phases of a project.
- Focus on site selection, scope development, coordinating with design teams to develop site plans, composite floor plans in compliance with design standards and operational requirements.
- Keep the scope under control and accelerate progress by driving crisp and timely decisions, identifying and clearing blockers, and escalating appropriately.
- Schedule development & management, including design and permitting; selection of other vendors.
- Partner with the Transaction team and Developers to optimize schedule and strategy for entitlements and long lead-procurement.
- Prepare and present project status/risk reports, and provide clear and concise summaries for projects under your ownership to leadership and management teams.
- Operate independently in the assigned region, interacting with leadership and stakeholders to resolve issues.
- Comprehensive budget and schedule tracking and forecasting are fundamental responsibilities, as well as identifying and solving factors that may impede a successful project hand-over to Amazon stakeholders.
- Interfacing and coordinating with the authorities that have jurisdiction (AHJ) on the project to ensure regulatory compliance and smooth job execution.
- Find ways to adapt to constant change and innovation finding ways to Think Big, and provide adaptable solutions for an evolving business.
- Understand design and construction contracts, related exhibits, and provide detailed analysis and approvals of technical matters and site-specific deal structures and terms.
- Review additional reports such as noise and traffic reports and environmental studies.
- Travel up to 40% within assigned regions.
About the team
At Amazon, we are all owners and leverage unique opportunities presented to us by owning everything from the design review, permitting to construction bidding and consultant during construction execution prior to final hand-off to our internal stakeholder. We are a diverse, upbeat, creative, team of designers, engineers and managers working daily to develop innovative sustainable facilities and efficient innovative buildings for our customers. We focus on Delivering Results, our speed for Bias for Action and Insisting on the Highest Standards for our customers.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree
- 7+ years of project management, real estate development, architecture/design experience
- 7+ years of experience as an Architect, Engineer, Construction Manager, Development Manager, Owner’s project management representative or other Commercial Development and Construction related disciplines.
- Project management experience from design phase through implementation and operation, negotiating construction, procurement and labor contracts.
- Experience within packaging processing/logistical facilities with complex equipment or comparable experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- An advanced degree, certification or Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or Masters of Business.
- Experience operating within at least two disciplines in the construction industry, which could consist of General Contracting, Owner’s Representation, Commercial Development, Engineering & Design, owners project management representative or similar.
- Demonstrated capability in the planning, design review & implementation, and project management/control of new structures & the enhancement of existing facility buildings.
- Experience managing multi-disciplinary design incorporating industrial automation, robotics, or similar.
- Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM).
- Demonstrated success in communicating project requirements to various audiences.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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.
COMPENSATION
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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.
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USA, AZ, Phoenix - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, CA, Irvine - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, CA, Sunnyvale - 103,800.00 - 181,600.00 USD annually
- USA, MA, BOSTON - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, MA, Boston - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, MA, Hudson - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, NY, BROOKLYN - 103,800.00 - 181,600.00 USD annually
- USA, NY, Carle Place - 103,800.00 - 181,600.00 USD annually
- USA, NY, New York - 103,800.00 - 181,600.00 USD annually
- USA, TN, Nashville - 81,200.00 - 142,200.00 USD annually
- USA, TX, DALLAS - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, TX, Dallas - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, TX, Farmers Branch - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, VA, ARLINGTON - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, VA, Arlington - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, WA, BELLEVUE - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, WA, Bellevue - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Amazon is looking for a Sr. Pre-Construction Manager who will be responsible for project managing building industrial development including new builds, retrofits, expansion, and program initiatives from site selection through contract execution. You will partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure scope, budget, and schedule definition are established including timely receipt of building and site permits. You are responsible as the project manager to lead planning, design and pre-construction projects, including new built-to-suit industrial buildings, tenant improvements, extensions of existing facilities and renovation projects.
Key competencies of this position include ensuring that contracted resources deliver work product in support of project durations, permitting, key performance indicators (KPI), quality documentation/artifacts, managing project teams (developers, design engineers, professional consultants), influencing internal teams (Design Engineering, Amazon Robotics), contract management governance, conceptual estimating and budget oversight and overseeing multiple large industrial projects in various locations simultaneously. Translating technical documents and information into an end-to-end story providing a detailed risk analysis for our leaders and customers is essential. This opportunity combines construction engineering, planning, project management, real estate development, validating design, site visits, understanding local building and fire code issues, utilities, sustainability, multi-disciplinary design management, and contract management. The Sr. Pre-Construction Manager is responsible for the planning and design of scope, budget, schedule prior to handing off to the construction manager to construct focusing on taking ownership to resolve upstream issues and support the construction team throughout the process.
This role requires 60% regional travel and availability to work from a corporate office when not traveling. Candidates should either live near or be willing to relocate within a reasonable commuting distance of the office. Relocation assistance may be provided.
Key job responsibilities
- A Sr. Pre-Construction Manager drives results through communicating, weighing risks, making decisions, leading and influencing. Independently manages complex, cross-functional industrial builds from site selection through design completion, permitting and contract execution.
- Work with internal/external stakeholders including real estate, design engineering, entitlements, construction, finance, launch/startup, architects, engineers, permitting agencies, developers and landlords to secure resources, scope infrastructure builds, set priorities, milestones, drive delivery to meet deadlines, and resolves issues.
- Represent project and technical information to many different audiences. Manage working relationships with stakeholders and vendors, and lead constructive dialogue to resolve and prevent project issues.
- Manage vendor procurement, and oversee professional service providers ensuring their skills and competencies meet the needs required of entitling property and projects.
- Perform pricing reviews for scope inclusions/exclusions and negotiate the cost of the work with the developer, general contractor and design consultants.
- Cost estimating, schedule tracking, and forecasting are fundamental components, including identifying and solving factors that may impede a successful permitted project hand-over to Amazon stakeholders.
- Supervise the implementation and management of Amazon’s safety programs and standards with the entire internal and external project team in the planning phases of a project.
- Focus on site selection, scope development, coordinating with design teams to develop site plans, composite floor plans in compliance with design standards and operational requirements.
- Keep the scope under control and accelerate progress by driving crisp and timely decisions, identifying and clearing blockers, and escalating appropriately.
- Schedule development & management, including design and permitting; selection of other vendors.
- Partner with the Transaction team and Developers to optimize schedule and strategy for entitlements and long lead-procurement.
- Prepare and present project status/risk reports, and provide clear and concise summaries for projects under your ownership to leadership and management teams.
- Operate independently in the assigned region, interacting with leadership and stakeholders to resolve issues.
- Comprehensive budget and schedule tracking and forecasting are fundamental responsibilities, as well as identifying and solving factors that may impede a successful project hand-over to Amazon stakeholders.
- Interfacing and coordinating with the authorities that have jurisdiction (AHJ) on the project to ensure regulatory compliance and smooth job execution.
- Find ways to adapt to constant change and innovation finding ways to Think Big, and provide adaptable solutions for an evolving business.
- Understand design and construction contracts, related exhibits, and provide detailed analysis and approvals of technical matters and site-specific deal structures and terms.
- Review additional reports such as noise and traffic reports and environmental studies.
- Travel up to 40% within assigned regions.
About the team
At Amazon, we are all owners and leverage unique opportunities presented to us by owning everything from the design review, permitting to construction bidding and consultant during construction execution prior to final hand-off to our internal stakeholder. We are a diverse, upbeat, creative, team of designers, engineers and managers working daily to develop innovative sustainable facilities and efficient innovative buildings for our customers. We focus on Delivering Results, our speed for Bias for Action and Insisting on the Highest Standards for our customers.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree
- 7+ years of project management, real estate development, architecture/design experience
- 7+ years of experience as an Architect, Engineer, Construction Manager, Development Manager, Owner’s project management representative or other Commercial Development and Construction related disciplines.
- Project management experience from design phase through implementation and operation, negotiating construction, procurement and labor contracts.
- Experience within packaging processing/logistical facilities with complex equipment or comparable experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- An advanced degree, certification or Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or Masters of Business.
- Experience operating within at least two disciplines in the construction industry, which could consist of General Contracting, Owner’s Representation, Commercial Development, Engineering & Design, owners project management representative or similar.
- Demonstrated capability in the planning, design review & implementation, and project management/control of new structures & the enhancement of existing facility buildings.
- Experience managing multi-disciplinary design incorporating industrial automation, robotics, or similar.
- Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM).
- Demonstrated success in communicating project requirements to various audiences.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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.
COMPENSATION
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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.
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USA, AZ, Phoenix - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, CA, Irvine - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, CA, Sunnyvale - 103,800.00 - 181,600.00 USD annually
- USA, MA, BOSTON - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, MA, Boston - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, MA, Hudson - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, NY, BROOKLYN - 103,800.00 - 181,600.00 USD annually
- USA, NY, Carle Place - 103,800.00 - 181,600.00 USD annually
- USA, NY, New York - 103,800.00 - 181,600.00 USD annually
- USA, TN, Nashville - 81,200.00 - 142,200.00 USD annually
- USA, TX, DALLAS - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, TX, Dallas - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, TX, Farmers Branch - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, VA, ARLINGTON - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, VA, Arlington - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, WA, BELLEVUE - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
- USA, WA, Bellevue - 90,300.00 - 158,000.00 USD annually
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Construction Manager
Major Engineering Firms Sponsor for Megaproject Delivery
Bechtel, Fluor, AECOM, Jacobs, Turner, and Skanska sponsor for construction managers overseeing CHIPS Act fab builds, data center campuses, and transportation infrastructure projects nationwide. These roles pay $100,000 to $175,000 with project completion bonuses.
Data Center and Semiconductor Construction Has the Most Urgent Demand
Intel, TSMC, Amazon, Google, and Microsoft are building facilities worth hundreds of billions, with aggressive timelines that drive immediate sponsorship when domestic recruitment fails. Construction managers on these megaprojects earn $120,000 to $195,000.
PE Licensure and PMP Certification Strengthen Both Pathways
Professional Engineer licensure demonstrates U.S. engineering practice standards and PMP certification demonstrates project management methodology mastery. Dual-credentialed construction managers earn 15 to 20% more and qualify for the most complex assignments.
L-1 Transfers From International Project Offices Work Well
Bechtel, Fluor, Skanska, Balfour Beatty, and Bouygues operate projects globally and transfer construction managers on L-1 from international sites. Build one year of strong schedule and budget delivery before requesting transfer.
TN Engineer Covers Construction Management for USMCA Citizens
The Engineer category on the USMCA treaty list covers construction management for Canadian and Mexican citizens with engineering degrees. Same-day border approval, no lottery, no cap, and three-year renewable terms.
Federal Infrastructure Projects Sustain Long-Term Demand
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act funds highway, bridge, rail, water, and broadband construction requiring construction managers for the next decade. These federally funded projects provide sustained employment beyond current private-sector megaproject cycles.
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Do companies sponsor H-1B visas for Construction Managers?
Yes, extensively. Bechtel, Fluor, AECOM, Turner, and Skanska sponsor for roles requiring civil engineering or construction management degrees. CHIPS Act, data center expansion, and infrastructure spending have significantly increased sponsorship volume.
What is the typical salary for sponsored Construction Manager roles?
Construction managers earn $90,000 to $145,000. Senior managers on semiconductor and data center megaprojects earn $125,000 to $195,000. Project directors earn $160,000 to $250,000.
What qualifications strengthen a Construction Manager's sponsorship case?
A civil engineering, construction management, or structural engineering degree is required. PE licensure and PMP certification are the most valued credentials. Experience managing projects over $50 million with documented schedule and budget performance strengthens petitions.
Which construction sectors have the best sponsorship prospects?
Semiconductor fab construction has the most acute current demand under CHIPS Act timelines. Data center megaprojects for Amazon, Google, and Microsoft sponsor urgently. Federal infrastructure projects provide long-term sustained demand.
What is the career progression for a sponsored Construction Manager?
The path moves from construction manager to senior manager to project director to VP of construction to EVP of operations. Project directors earn $160,000 to $255,000. VPs earn $210,000 to $365,000.
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