DESCRIPTION
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a comprehensive, evolving, and growing business unit within Amazon.com which provides cloud services. Since early 2006, AWS has provided a highly reliable, scalable, low-cost infrastructure platform that powers hundreds of thousands of businesses in 190 countries around the world.
Do you have the Real Estate and business background, negotiation skills, real estate development experience, financial expertise, legal comprehension and technical understanding necessary to grow Amazons technology platform? The AWS Global Real Estate Team is looking for a talented Sr Real Estate Development Mgr based in Austin, TX or Herndon, VA. In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape and execute supply solution strategies to expand our Data Center portfolio and related infrastructure. You will help develop where we go, negotiate the business contracts and deliver the infrastructure needed to provide best in market Data Center projects. The ideal candidate will possess a real estate development, business, financial, strategic and technical background that enables them to drive engagement and develop strategic alternatives from inception to conclusion. You should have a demonstrated ability to lead and direct multi-million-dollar real estate and infrastructure transactions from inception to construction-ready. You will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to think strategically about business, markets, and technical challenges with the skill to manage complex transactions and to build and convey compelling value strategy plans.
Key job responsibilities
Lead and direct real estate development transactions from beginning to end including complex site selection, financial analysis, contract negotiations, zoning and entitlements, and site development.
Formulating and presenting long-term development strategies for specific markets to senior management.
Execute on the strategic plan while interacting with internal stakeholders (e.g. product teams, energy, fiber, design, construction, legal, tax, etc.).
Understanding the technical requirements of our design engineering teams and developing solutions that meet the design and business objectives.
Involvement in the full construction process to deliver all aspects of a project to include building, data center specific power, and all other site utilities.
Preparation and presentation of transaction summaries to the senior management team regarding progress, financial approvals and overall deal costs / benefits.
Support multiple complex contract negotiations simultaneously.
Serve as a key member of the Real Estate team in driving our ability to innovate and to produce results.
Able to travel roughly 25% of the time
About the team
Work/Life Balance
Our team puts a high value on work-life balance. It isnt about how many hours you spend at home or at work; its about the flow you establish that brings energy to both parts of your life. We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment. We offer flexibility in working hours and encourage you to find your own balance between your work and personal lives.
Mentorship & Career Growth
Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and were building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future.
We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:
Austin, TX, USA | Herndon, VA, USA
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree
- 6+ years experience developing, negotiating and executing business agreements
- 6+ years of professional or military experience
- 3+ years experience developing business strategies that influence leadership decisions at the organizational level
- 3+ years experience managing programs across cross functional teams, building processes and coordinating release schedules
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience interpreting technical or engineering data and making business recommendations
- Experience identifying, negotiating, and executing complex legal agreements
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
