CPI Area Manager, Critical Project Implementation

he Critical Projects Implementation (CPI) team is a

project management and execution team that manages construction

activity within the operational data center spaces. The CPI team is

tasked with critical infrastructure improvement projects to

optimize utilization of space, power, and cooling within

operational data centers around the globe. These activities are

outside of the scope of standard construction delivery and regular

preventative maintenance tasks. The CPI Team is seeking a Manager

to oversee a team of Data Center Project Managers and serve as a

liaison between our internal operational and business customers.

This role requires a hands on approach to management that starts

with understanding the problem and working with customers and

partners to solve it. The candidate will have a high bar for

quality, must have written and verbal communication skills, and

must be able to leverage data to drive improvements within their

team. The scope of projects that the team will manage include

improvement of electrical, mechanical, fire systems, and building

automation systems. You will be required to manage the project

workload and throughput of your team, prioritizing projects based

on the impact to the business. You will be responsible for

developing and sharing metrics that pertain to the team’s

deliverables as well as managing the teams’ results against

established deadlines. You will help drive improvements by working

with partner teams to eliminate waste, increasing productivity and

coach your team to do the same by delegating tasks and utilizing

individual strengths. If you are passionate about the Customer

Experience; and you want to contribute to the operational

excellence of Amazon data centers, then this may be the challenge

you have been looking for! Only those who have worked within a data

center environment need apply. AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS)

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. AWS values diverse experiences.

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.

AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and

company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our

people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events

foster stronger, more collaborative teams. We’re continuously

raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best

Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing,

mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you

develop into a better-rounded professional.  When we feel

supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t

achieve. #5+ Years managing and building teams including hiring,

mentoring, and coaching 5+ Years working in data centers or mission

critical facilities 3+ Years in contractor management 8+ Years

managing a team of 5+ direct reports including hiring,

mentoring / coaching, and developing top-performers; Fundamental

understanding of power distribution and data center mechanical

cooling systems. Demonstrated ability to understand and discuss

technical concepts, manage trade-offs, incorporate feedback, and

evaluate opportunistic new ideas with a variety of internal and

external stakeholders. Proven track record for developing a vision,

defining a strategy, and building programs and features solving

complicated problems with elegant, simple solutions. High attention

to detail with the ability to manage multiple, competing priorities

simultaneously. Ability to lead projects and help your team achieve

goals. Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability

to use data and metrics to back up assumptions, recommendations and

decisions. Experience managing and negotiating contracts and vendor

relationships. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not

discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability,

or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers

Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you

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