Program Manager , Launch, Worldwide Real Estate

Program Manager - Data Center Real Estate

Join an innovative and growing team at the forefront of the cloud computing industry. We are seeking an exceptional and self-driven individual to lead strategic real estate initiatives that support the expansion of Amazon Web Services' (AWS) data center network across the United States.

As a Program Manager on the AWS Real Estate team, you will play a pivotal role in identifying, securing, and developing new data center opportunities. You will work closely with a diverse set of stakeholders, including land owners, data center developers, investment firms, local governments, and legal/consulting partners, to navigate the complex real estate entitlement process.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the deal engagement, negotiation, and closing process for strategic real estate acquisitions
Manage the entitlement and jurisdictional approval process for new data center projects
Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, legal, economic development, construction, etc.) to develop site plans, budgets, and project schedules that balance business needs and community impact
Represent AWS in local government meetings and public hearings to secure necessary approvals
Build and lead cross-functional teams of vendors, consultants, and contractors to support all aspects of real estate development
Contribute to the continuous improvement of AWS's data center design principles, standards, and best practices
Effectively communicate project status and milestones to stakeholders at all levels of the organization
The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a strong technical aptitude and excellent communication skills. You should have experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives in the real estate or infrastructure development space. A background in the data center, cloud computing or technology industry is preferred.

This role requires occasional travel to project sites and partner locations. If you are excited by the opportunity to shape the growth of cloud computing infrastructure, we encourage you to apply.


Key job responsibilities
Join an innovative and growing team at the forefront of the cloud computing industry. We are seeking an exceptional and self-driven individual to support the expansion of Amazon Web Services' (AWS) data center network. This person will provide key support to a growing team particularly on data and business analysis.

As a Program Manager on the AWS Real Estate team, you will play a pivotal role in identifying, securing, and developing new data center opportunities. You will work closely with a diverse set of stakeholders, including internal teams and across DCSS.

Key Responsibilities:

Support ongoing deal flow and transactions. Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, legal, economic development, public policy, PR, inCommunities, construction, etc.) to develop site plans, budgets, and project schedules that balance business needs and community impact
Support all aspects of real estate development. Contribute to the continuous improvement of AWS's data center design principles, standards, and best practices

Effectively communicate project status and milestones to stakeholders at all levels of the organization

The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a strong technical aptitude and excellent communication skills.

You should have experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives in the real estate or infrastructure development space. A background in the data center, cloud computing or technology industry is preferred.

This role requires occasional travel . If you are excited by the opportunity to shape the growth of cloud computing infrastructure, we encourage you to apply.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of program or project management and database management experience
- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience
- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams



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