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 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. The AWS AMER Cost Control team is seeking a passionate and motivated construction cost engineer to support a portfolio of Data Center Construction projects in North and South America. The ideal candidate is innovative, analytical and knowledgeable of the global construction market, the core systems integral to the construction of data centers, and their associated costs. You should have a bias toward automation and a track record of creating benchmarks and metrics to support efficient and effective cost controls. You pay attention to detail and solve problems at their root. You have experience working with remote teams and ability to communicate effectively with both construction and non-construction professionals. At Amazon we leverage unique opportunities presented to us and are diverse, creative, team oriented professionals working on a daily basis to develop data centers that are changing the face of data facilities. Key job responsibilities Success as a Construction Cost Engineer is measured by: Make strategic decisions on vendor selection, contract negotiations, onboarding, and management of 15+ third-party Quantity Surveyor vendors for AWS data center projects. Directs and oversees cost controls function integration while leading collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams globally. Conduct performance reviews for contractors and vendors, and develops organizational training strategies to enhance cost management efficiency across the portfolio. Lead and manage the Cost Controls function, including budget management, forecasting, change management diligence, invoice review, contract compliance, and risk mitigation. Exercise independent decision-making over cost management operations, making critical financial decisions and managing a team of Quantity Surveying vendors. Develop and execute cost control strategies, tracking progress and recommending improvements for cost efficiency while collaborating with AWS leadership and global stakeholders. Lead the bid review process, establishing standardized evaluation frameworks, defining cost and risk assessment criteria, and making key procurement recommendations to executive leadership on large-scale construction contracts. Collaborate with pre-construction and procurement teams in awarding large-scale construction contracts to general contractors. Lead the identification of cost savings associated with Value Engineering (VE), supporting executive decision-making in the development of new AWS data center designs and construction execution strategies. Lead the analysis and communication of Project Controls Health, providing executive leadership with actionable insights on financial performance, change management, and risk assessment. Oversee the utilization and improvement of cost management tools and templates, ensuring standardization, accuracy, and efficiency in financial tracking, reporting, and decision-making across global AWS construction projects Travel may be required up to 30%, including international travel. A day in the life 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. Diverse Experiences Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred 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. 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Basic Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field. - 7+ years of experience in construction cost control, with specific knowledge of electrical, mechanical or ASC cost elements. - 5+ years of experience with Data Center or other mission critical construction environments -7+ years of experience as a program manager Preferred Qualifications - Experience reviewing and justifying budgets - Experience communicating estimate strategy to construction and non-construction professionals - Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. - Ability to create and maintain documentation - Experience with estimating software such as CostX, Cubit, Onscreen takeoff, Timberline and Bluebeam - Ability and willingness to think outside of the box to find creative and innovative solutions to reduce costs with no impact on quality and reliability. - MS Office Suite power user Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. 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