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Amazon Sr Cost Engineer, Data Center Engineering in Herndon, Virginia
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.
Key job responsibilities
Key Job Responsibilities:
• Design Phase Cost Management: Lead the development and maintenance of the Basis of Design (BoD) cost models, ensuring alignment with program requirements and design intent.
• Programmatic Change Analysis: Evaluate and quantify cost impacts resulting from programmatic changes during the design and construction phases, collaborating closely with Pre-Construction and Construction teams to integrate changes effectively.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with Design, Procurement, Construction, and Finance teams to ensure cost considerations are integrated throughout the project lifecycle.
• Cost Reporting: Prepare and present detailed cost reports, forecasts, and variance analyses to senior leadership, facilitating informed decision-making.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for cost optimization and process enhancements, contributing to the development of best practices and standards within the cost engineering function.
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction cost control, with specific knowledge of electrical, mechanical, or architectural cost elements.
• At least 2 years of experience in data center or other mission-critical construction environments (Semiconductors, Oil & Gas).
Preferred Qualifications
• Proficiency in cost estimating software such as Procore, RSMeans Data Online, ConWize, STACK, and ProEst.
• Experience reviewing and justifying budgets, with a strong understanding of cost estimation strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex cost information effectively to both construction and non-construction professionals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Experience working with remote teams and managing multiple stakeholders across various disciplines.
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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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $128,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.