Construction Cost Manager, NA Design & Construction Governance, Global Engineering Services, GEMS D

Amazon

Bellevue, WA

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SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Best Practices, Budget Management, Business Operations, Certified Compensation Professional, Change Control, Change Management, Change Requests/Orders, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Projects, Construction Support, Corporate Policies, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Cost Engineering, Cost Estimates, Cost Forecasting, Cost Reporting, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Diving, Documentation, Electricity, Federal Laws and Regulations, Financial Operations, Financial Planning, Financial Projections, Financial Reporting, Maintain Compliance, Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, Metrics, Microsoft Project, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Oracle, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Pivot Tables, Primavera, Process Improvement, Process Management, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Quantity Surveying, Risk Analysis, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Variance Analysis, White Papers, Willing to Travel, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

LOCATION

Bellevue, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Description The NA Design & Construction (D&C) Cost Management team within Global Engineering Services (GES) is seeking a passionate and motivated Construction Cost Manager to manage and support a portfolio of industrial construction projects in North America. In this role, you will drive cost certainty across multiple projects, reporting on overall financial health to organizational leaders and cross-functional stakeholders. Working independently and with cross-functional teams, you will execute cost management frameworks, validate project financials, and contribute to cost management best practices across the program. This is an individual contributor role that operates with moderate autonomy on defined workstreams, seeking guidance from the Cost Management Manager on strategic direction while independently managing day-to-day cost functions across assigned projects. This role requires approximately 25% regional travel within North America, with potential travel to all North America locations based on business needs. Key job responsibilities Cost Management & Governance - Execute end-to-end cost management functions aligned, including cost planning, cost control, cost forecasting, and cost reporting across multiple assigned projects. - Maintain compliance with Amazon's internal cost management governance standards, including cost authority thresholds, approval workflows, and financial delegation of authority. Budget Management & Cost Controls - Track and report cost performance metrics - Implement and maintain cost control processes including cost baselines, work breakdown structures, and cost breakdown structures. - Create and maintain processes for timely cost variance identification and escalation per established thresholds. - Review, analyze, and challenge cost and time change requests from external partners - Contingency management and monthly cost reporting leveraging internal data and tools with a bias toward automation. Change Management - Strong fundamental understanding of end-to-end change control process management (receipt, evaluation, negotiation, disposition) with the ability to drive a standardized process leveraging AACE standards. - Ability to develop and review change order logs, commitment registers, and produce audit-trail documentation - Working with construction managers, support in the action of reviewing and validating change orders including proposed costs, scope of work, and comparison with contractual terms. External Partner & Stakeholder Management - Develop strong partnerships with Construction Managers, Preconstruction Managers, Design, Procurement, Finance, and Operations teams. - Align cost reporting and estimating deliverables with external project managers, architects, general contractors, and consultants. - Independently identify project risks including financial cost impacts and communicate to the Cost Management Manager and cross-functional partners. Communication & Reporting - Contribute to daily, weekly, and monthly cost reports with a bias toward automation. - Communicate cost metrics, trends, and recommendations effectively (verbal and written) to cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders. Data Analytics & Technology - Explore and implement generative AI and automation tools to accelerate cost estimating, change order analysis, variance reporting, and lessons-learned extraction. - Strong fundamentals on cost management platforms (e.g., Procore, Ecosys, Oracle Unifier, or equivalent) and advanced Excel capabilities (Power Query, pivot tables, array formulas, macros) for cost tracking and analysis. A day in the life As a Construction Cost Manager, you will primarily work with Construction Managers and act as a strategic advisor on all cost functions across multiple projects. You will independently manage cost tracking, change order validation, and financial reporting for your assigned portfolio while collaborating with Finance, Planning, and Design teams to predict project costs at a network level. With an attention to diving deep, you will support financial white papers with data and analysis, identify cost savings opportunities, and drive process improvements within your workstream. You will make trade-offs between time, quality, and resources on your assigned projects, escalating strategic decisions to your manager as appropriate. Amazon Benefits: Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include: 1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage 2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options 3. Paid Time Off (PTO) 4. 401(k) Plan If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skill sets. If you're passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply! Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field - Experience as an Architect, Engineer, Construction Manager, Development Manager, Owner's project management representative or in other Commercial Development and Construction related disciplines - 5+ years of construction cost management, cost engineering, estimating, or quantity surveying experience - Proficiency with cost management software, scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar), and advanced Excel - Experience using data analytics to identify trends, drive and support process improvements, and inform strategic decisions through metrics and KPIs. Preferred Qualifications - Master's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Business, or related field - Experience across multiple construction disciplines (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical) - Professional certifications: CCP (Certified Cost Professional), CCE (Certified Cost Engineer), PMP (Project Management Professional), MRICS/FRICS, EVP (Earned Value Professional), or equivalent - Deep knowledge and history of implementing / using of AACE International Recommended Practices - Knowledge of CSI MasterFormat, CSI UniFormat, and RICS New Rules of Measurement (NRM 1, NRM 2) 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. Pursuant to the San Francisco 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. 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, AZ, Tempe - 77,400.00 - 135,400.00 USD annually USA, CA, San Francisco - 89,000.00 - 155,800.00 USD annually USA, CA, Santa Monica - 77,400.00 - 135,400.00 USD annually USA, MA, Boston - 77,400.00 - 135,400.00 USD annually USA, NY, New York - 89,000.00 - 155,800.00 USD annually USA, TN, Nashville - 69,700.00 - 122,000.00 USD annually USA, TX, Austin - 77,400.00 - 135,400.00 USD annually USA, TX, Houston - 77,400.00 - 135,400.00 USD annually USA, VA, Arlington - 77,400.00 - 135,400.00 USD annually USA, WA, Bellevue - 82,700.00 - 135,400.00 USD annually

About the Company

Amazon

At Amazon, we don’t wait for the next big idea to present itself. We envision the shape of impossible things and then we boldly make them reality. So far, this mindset has helped us achieve some incredible things. Let’s build new systems, challenge the status quo, and design the world we want to live in. We believe the work you do here will be the best work of your life.

Wherever you are in your career exploration, Amazon likely has an opportunity for you. Our research scientists and engineers shape the future of natural language understanding with Alexa. Fulfillment center associates around the globe send customer orders from our warehouses to doorsteps. Product managers set feature requirements, strategy, and marketing messages for brand new customer experiences. And as we grow, we’ll add jobs that haven’t been invented yet.

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At Amazon, it’s always “Day 1.” Now, what does this mean and why does it matter? It means that our approach remains the same as it was on Amazon’s very first day – to make smart, fast decisions, stay nimble, invent, and stay focused on delighting our customers. In our 2016 shareholder letter, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos shared his thoughts on how to keep up a Day 1 company mindset. “Staying in Day 1 requires you to experiment patiently, accept failures, plant seeds, protect saplings, and double down when you see customer delight,” he wrote. “A customer-obsessed culture best creates the conditions where all of that can happen.” You can read the full letter here

Our Leadership Principles
Our Leadership Principles help us keep a Day 1 mentality. They aren’t just a pretty inspirational wall hanging. Amazonians use them, every day, whether they’re discussing ideas for new projects, deciding on the best solution for a customer’s problem, or interviewing candidates. To read through our Leadership Principles from Customer Obsession to Bias for Action, visit https://www.amazon.jobs/principles

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Other/Not Classified

FOUNDED

1994

WEBSITE

http://Amazon.com/militaryroles

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