Amazon Web Services (AWS) · 16 hours ago
Project Engineer, Data Center Construction
Richmond, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$96K/yr - $166K/yr
4+ years expAmazon Web Services (AWS) is a leader in cloud computing, responsible for the design, planning, delivery, and operation of global infrastructure. They are seeking a Data Center Project Engineer to manage communication and coordination among various teams and contractors, ensuring the successful construction of energy-efficient data centers.
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Responsibilities
Leading cross-functional communication and coordination between regional general contractors, stakeholders, and internal teams, ensuring seamless information flow for construction protocols, documentation access, and standardized procedures
Developing and maintaining comprehensive tracking systems for design modifications, RFIs, and change orders, creating detailed dashboards with priority levels and deadlines for regional leadership review
Evaluating Method of Procedure (MOP) submissions for thoroughness, necessity, and risk assessment
Managing vendor onboarding processes, including security credentialing and orientation programs
Maintaining current project management software with critical milestone updates, correspondence records, and document control
Coordinating and monitoring owner-furnished material deliveries to ensure timely arrival at construction sites
Establishing and managing a centralized repository for contractor-supplied construction data
Overseeing quality assurance programs through implementation of various checklists, including substantial completion verification, safety protocols, and quality control measures
Qualification
Required
4+ years of general contractor and vendor management work (request for proposals, bidding, change orders, quality control, RFI/submittal tracking) associated with construction and project execution experience
Experience in construction management or construction program management of large, complex projects involving large-scale mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) plants
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or an equivalent engineering science OR 8+ years relevant overall experience in lieu of degree
4+ years of relevant experience constructing and managing complex MEP systems, including large-scale power distribution/generation gear and cooling systems in mission-critical environments
Preferred
Experience working in a data center or mission critical facility (example: hospital, military facility, public safety facility, etc.)
Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications
Knowledge of mission critical systems (data centers, hospitals, power plants, military facilities, etc.)
Benefits
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
Parental leave
Company
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Launched in 2006, Amazon Web Services (AWS) began exposing key infrastructure services to businesses in the form of web services -- now widely known as cloud computing.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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