Sr. Design Program Manager of Workplace Guidelines, GREF Workplace Design & Construction

Amazon is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join the Global Real Estate and Facilities group (GREF) as the Sr.

Program Manager of Workplace Design Guidelines. This job contributes to Amazon’s success by leading the transformation and ongoing maintenance of the Workplace Design Guidelines and Standards to a best-in-class, fully integrated, accessible, easily navigable tool in support of the design and delivery of corporate space.

As a GREF Leader, you will be responsible for leading the team who develops and maintains the guidelines and standards required to design new, and renovation of, corporate offices, including (but not limited to) furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E), IT / AV / VC, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Lighting, Horticulture, Amenities (e.

g., Food & Beverage), and Sustainability. This role is also responsible for leading the holistic development and documentation of the Global Signage program, including wayfinding methodology.

This role is also responsible for developing and maintaining mechanisms to simplify and streamline existing processes, including compliance validation and design iteration classification and tracking.

The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to coordinate and process stakeholder feedback from lessons learned, design change requests, and data output from compliance processes, design reviews and requests for information.

This is a highly collaborative role who will work closely with cross-functional partners including (but not limited to) Concept Design, Design & Construction Delivery, IT Services, Sustainability and Facilities Management across the global regions.

We are seeking an innovative, creative, analytical, technical and strategic thinker who is passionate about Amazon’s innovation and evolution in the physical corporate space.

The ideal candidate is an independent thinker who enjoys solving complex problems, works effectively with cross-functional teams and thrives in a fast-paced setting that is constantly evolving.

You can work independently, and also collaboratively with internal groups, external consultants, and vendors. You will make decisions and find solutions quickly and with confidence, and not expect someone else to show you the right way forward.

You must be motivated to work in a data-driven environment, have a desire to drive process improvement, and long for the opportunity to analyze systematic issues and implement solutions to challenging problems.

The position requires working knowledge of a wide variety of building systems and candidates are expected to demonstrate the highest level of excellence in quality control.

GREF is a small, tight-knit team who values authentic, strong-willed individuals who think creatively and will proactively seek out opportunities to invent and simplify.

We are looking for someone that models and acts in accordance with Amazon’s Leadership Principles. The role will be based in Seattle, WA and regular travel is not expected.

Key job responsibilities

• Lead the team responsible for developing and delivering Workplace Design Guidelines and Signage Program
• Ability work closely with cross-functional teams to coordinate and process stakeholder feedback from lessons learned, design change requests, and data output from compliance processes, design reviews and requests for information
• Ability to operate on both strategic and tactical levels
• Develop and publish the Workplace Design Guidelines and Standards, including but not limited to, basis of design narratives, room and material specifications, architectural guidelines, change notifications
• Develop and maintain tools, approval workflows, and systems supporting the design specification database
• Integrate constraints and requirements from cross-functional stakeholders into efficient, scalable documentation that is accessible, customer-friendly, and secure
• Coordinate and collaborate with a wide variety of cross-functional partners to develop standards and guidelines to support new design solutions
• Support a multi-disciplinary team that is creating innovative corporate office solutions that reduce carbon emissions and improve the sustainability of our portfolio
• Act as a design Subject Matter Expert, consulting with Concept Designers and Design & Construction delivery teams
• Manage vendor scope and contracts for architectural consulting related to guidelines and standards development

We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations :

Arlington, VA, USA Seattle, WA, USA

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• BS / BA or advanced degree in Architecture, Engineering or Interior Design.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in the design development of complex commercial construction projects.
• Experiencing leading and managing teams, including ongoing performance assessment / reviews and supporting professional development
• General knowledge of Building Code.
• Proficient in MS Word and MS Excel.
• Experience in the selection and management of design teams at all tiers; architects, engineers and specialty consultants

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Outstanding project management and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Uses sound business judgment and quantitative skills to produce innovative, intentional, and creative work. Can think both strategically and at the ground level.
• Builds capacity of individuals and teams through effective employee development, involvement, communication, and supervision efforts.
• A good listener with high EQ.
• Creates a strong, mutually supportive work spirit and culture where people can do their best.
• Establishes trust and inspires others.
• Champions the organization and advocates solutions in Amazon's best interest.
• Considers the ultimate impact of decisions and actions on internal and external customers, stakeholders and team members.
• Fosters continuous improvement within GREF.
• Effectively plans and executes changes.
• A self-starter who can excel in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment while prioritizing and managing multiple responsibilities.
30+ days ago