Amazon
Sr. Pre-Con Manager - HV and water grids, EMEA Pre-Construction Amazon's Data Centers are industry leading examples of innovation in the areas of security, safety, space utilization, efficiency, and cost effectiveness. We are the global team responsible for the construction of the Amazon owned sites. In most cases, our Data Center projects include onsite HV substations and HV cable routes connected to remote utility substations in the area. The EMEA Data Center Construction team is looking for a Senior Pre-Construction Manager to serve as the primary liaison between Real Estate, Design Engineering, Construction and other critical partner teams during initial planning, conceptual design and design development; providing cost, schedule, and constructability guidance for this HV infrastructure Our pre-Construction Managers are on the forefront of creating and delivering the most innovative products to our customers and are known for changing the face of cloud computing. As a pre-Construction Manager you will support the development and implementation of design standards across regional construction programs and will create and release high quality, consistent documentation for processes, standards and procedures. Our goal is to find the candidate that has highly developed critical facility and HV infrastructure pre-construction knowledge coupled with extensive practical construction experience to drive standards in this essential part of our delivery process. If you have experience driving global pre-construction standards, bid documents, specifications and general requirements to describe all the elements of a construction project and working within a broad design and construction infrastructure environment, then this could be your role! Key job responsibilities - You will review and provide input into global standards and HV/ water infrastructure designs. - You will independently support, overview and manage complex, cross-functional HV/ water infrastructure projects from site selection, permitting and contract execution, and keep project stakeholders informed to contribute to the performance of the team, building trust and respect in all working relationships. - You will keep the projects' progress under control by driving crisp and timely decisions, identifying and clearing blockers, and escalating appropriately. - You will work with internal/external teams including real estate, legal, design engineering, construction, finance, architects, engineers, permitting agencies, developers and landlords to secure resources, scope infrastructure builds, set priorities, milestones and drive results through clearing blockers, making decisions, leading and influencing. - You will conduct negotiations with general contractors and evaluate bids/proposals participating in pricing reviews for scope inclusions/exclusions and negotiate the cost of the work with developers, general contractors and design consultants. - You will evaluate site Due Diligences, schedule tracking, and identify and solve factors that may impede a successful permitted project hand-over to Amazon stakeholders. - You will insist on the highest standards from yourself and others and drive accountability for results, leading externals, and potentially, internals, including coaching and/or disciplinary actions, as needed. A day in the life 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 supply chain - and we're looking for talented people who want to help. 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. About the team Diverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying. Why AWS? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Inclusive Team Culture Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Mentorship & Career Growth We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud. - 5+ years in construction site management. - 7+ years of experience in conducting negotiations with general contractors and evaluate bids/proposals with detail and accuracy. - 7+ years of experience in mission critical facilities and HV infrastructure projects (design, pre-construction, scheduling, construction and commissioning), or equivalent. - Bachelor's degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, related field or equivalent trade certification. - Knowledge of best practice industry safety, quality standards and local safety regulations with experience performing the role of a client within those regulations. - Professional certification, such as CCM, PMP, AC or CPC - Detailed knowledge of critical data center equipment (Generators, Uninterruptible Power Supplies, Switch-gear, Transformers, Power Feeders, Chillers, Plumbing, Fire Detection/Suppression, Air Handling Units, Computer Room Air Handling/Conditioning Units, UPS, CRAH, CRAC). - Detailed knowledge of electric, mechanical and civil engineering principles. Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. 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 for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Sr. Pre-Con Manager - HV and water grids, EMEA Pre-Construction Amazon's Data Centers are industry leading examples of innovation in the areas of security, safety, space utilization, efficiency, and cost effectiveness. We are the global team responsible for the construction of the Amazon owned sites. In most cases, our Data Center projects include onsite HV substations and HV cable routes connected to remote utility substations in the area. The EMEA Data Center Construction team is looking for a Senior Pre-Construction Manager to serve as the primary liaison between Real Estate, Design Engineering, Construction and other critical partner teams during initial planning, conceptual design and design development; providing cost, schedule, and constructability guidance for this HV infrastructure Our pre-Construction Managers are on the forefront of creating and delivering the most innovative products to our customers and are known for changing the face of cloud computing. As a pre-Construction Manager you will support the development and implementation of design standards across regional construction programs and will create and release high quality, consistent documentation for processes, standards and procedures. Our goal is to find the candidate that has highly developed critical facility and HV infrastructure pre-construction knowledge coupled with extensive practical construction experience to drive standards in this essential part of our delivery process. If you have experience driving global pre-construction standards, bid documents, specifications and general requirements to describe all the elements of a construction project and working within a broad design and construction infrastructure environment, then this could be your role! Key job responsibilities - You will review and provide input into global standards and HV/ water infrastructure designs. - You will independently support, overview and manage complex, cross-functional HV/ water infrastructure projects from site selection, permitting and contract execution, and keep project stakeholders informed to contribute to the performance of the team, building trust and respect in all working relationships. - You will keep the projects' progress under control by driving crisp and timely decisions, identifying and clearing blockers, and escalating appropriately. - You will work with internal/external teams including real estate, legal, design engineering, construction, finance, architects, engineers, permitting agencies, developers and landlords to secure resources, scope infrastructure builds, set priorities, milestones and drive results through clearing blockers, making decisions, leading and influencing. - You will conduct negotiations with general contractors and evaluate bids/proposals participating in pricing reviews for scope inclusions/exclusions and negotiate the cost of the work with developers, general contractors and design consultants. - You will evaluate site Due Diligences, schedule tracking, and identify and solve factors that may impede a successful permitted project hand-over to Amazon stakeholders. - You will insist on the highest standards from yourself and others and drive accountability for results, leading externals, and potentially, internals, including coaching and/or disciplinary actions, as needed. A day in the life 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 supply chain - and we're looking for talented people who want to help. 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. About the team Diverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying. Why AWS? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Inclusive Team Culture Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Mentorship & Career Growth We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud. - 5+ years in construction site management. - 7+ years of experience in conducting negotiations with general contractors and evaluate bids/proposals with detail and accuracy. - 7+ years of experience in mission critical facilities and HV infrastructure projects (design, pre-construction, scheduling, construction and commissioning), or equivalent. - Bachelor's degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, related field or equivalent trade certification. - Knowledge of best practice industry safety, quality standards and local safety regulations with experience performing the role of a client within those regulations. - Professional certification, such as CCM, PMP, AC or CPC - Detailed knowledge of critical data center equipment (Generators, Uninterruptible Power Supplies, Switch-gear, Transformers, Power Feeders, Chillers, Plumbing, Fire Detection/Suppression, Air Handling Units, Computer Room Air Handling/Conditioning Units, UPS, CRAH, CRAC). - Detailed knowledge of electric, mechanical and civil engineering principles. Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. 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 for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Ralph Lauren Corporation
Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration. Position Overview To support the London / Madrid construction team in all matters relating to the construction of the new stores, renovations and refits of existing stores from initial phase to turnover, coordinating all aspects of a new project, working closely with internal partners, consultants and suppliers to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. The role will cover all RL distribution channels including Wholesale, Travel Retail and roll out format stores throughout EMEA. Project Leadership: Manage the end-to-end construction process for multiple new stores and renovation projects, from initial planning to final handover. Team Management: Manage and coach store project management team EMEA, Wholesale, Travel retail and Roll out. Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage with internal clients to align on project objectives and work in close collaboration with Real Estate, Legal & Business teams, internal architectures and designers to deliver projects successfully. Vendor and Subcontractor Management: Manage external partners effectively to ensure project objectives are met. Source high-quality subcontractors and suppliers to ensure the best materials and services are utilized. Budget and Cost Management: Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial targets are met while maintaining quality and defined project standards. Timeline Management: Create detailed project schedules, monitor progress, and adjust timelines as necessary to meet project deadlines. Quality Assurance: Implement rigorous quality control measures to ensure all work aligns with defined brand specifications and industry standards. Site Coordination: Oversee daily site activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintaining a high level of craftsmanship. Problem Resolution: Proactively identify and resolve issues that may arise during the construction process, minimizing disruptions to project timelines. Reporting and Documentation: Prepare regular progress reports for stakeholders, documenting milestones, challenges, and financial status. Snagging: direct punch list with internal project managers and contractors to compile the project close out. Travel: Willing to make regular site visits monthly across EMEA Experience, Skills & Knowledge Experience and education in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. Strong experience in project management, specifically in luxury retail construction or high-end commercial projects. Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Strong understanding of luxury retail standards, construction processes, and materials. Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills. Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Smartsheet a plus. Relevant professional certification in project management or construction management, like Project Management Professional (PMP) or LEED certification. Knowledge of risk management and budget management principles. Knowledge of local construction regulations permits and approval processes. Experience with construction contract negotiations and claims management. Familiarity with lean construction principles and methodologies. Strong financial understanding and experience in project budgeting and cost control.
Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration. Position Overview To support the London / Madrid construction team in all matters relating to the construction of the new stores, renovations and refits of existing stores from initial phase to turnover, coordinating all aspects of a new project, working closely with internal partners, consultants and suppliers to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. The role will cover all RL distribution channels including Wholesale, Travel Retail and roll out format stores throughout EMEA. Project Leadership: Manage the end-to-end construction process for multiple new stores and renovation projects, from initial planning to final handover. Team Management: Manage and coach store project management team EMEA, Wholesale, Travel retail and Roll out. Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage with internal clients to align on project objectives and work in close collaboration with Real Estate, Legal & Business teams, internal architectures and designers to deliver projects successfully. Vendor and Subcontractor Management: Manage external partners effectively to ensure project objectives are met. Source high-quality subcontractors and suppliers to ensure the best materials and services are utilized. Budget and Cost Management: Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial targets are met while maintaining quality and defined project standards. Timeline Management: Create detailed project schedules, monitor progress, and adjust timelines as necessary to meet project deadlines. Quality Assurance: Implement rigorous quality control measures to ensure all work aligns with defined brand specifications and industry standards. Site Coordination: Oversee daily site activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintaining a high level of craftsmanship. Problem Resolution: Proactively identify and resolve issues that may arise during the construction process, minimizing disruptions to project timelines. Reporting and Documentation: Prepare regular progress reports for stakeholders, documenting milestones, challenges, and financial status. Snagging: direct punch list with internal project managers and contractors to compile the project close out. Travel: Willing to make regular site visits monthly across EMEA Experience, Skills & Knowledge Experience and education in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. Strong experience in project management, specifically in luxury retail construction or high-end commercial projects. Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Strong understanding of luxury retail standards, construction processes, and materials. Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills. Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Smartsheet a plus. Relevant professional certification in project management or construction management, like Project Management Professional (PMP) or LEED certification. Knowledge of risk management and budget management principles. Knowledge of local construction regulations permits and approval processes. Experience with construction contract negotiations and claims management. Familiarity with lean construction principles and methodologies. Strong financial understanding and experience in project budgeting and cost control.