Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a highly reliable, scalable, and low-cost cloud platform that powers thousands of businesses in over 190 countries. AWS' Data Center Supply Solutions Team works to deliver capacity supply to meet the needs of our growing customer base. We are a team of highly motivated professionals who enable the capacity needed to support AWS customers and optimize the largest cloud services company on earth!

The Senior Permit Manager role - based in either Seattle, WA, Arlington, VA, or Austin, TX - will be responsible for identifying all permitting requirements associated with the design and construction of data centers in jurisdictions where AWS doesn't have an existing infrastructure presence. The Permit Manager will be responsible for working with internal stakeholders (e.g. real estate, engineering, construction, utility, and environment teams) to develop a permitting strategy, ensure that strategy is being executed effectively, and identify and mitigate risks associated with the permitting process.

A successful candidate in this role will have a proven track record of delivering multiple, high-priority projects with tight timelines that require strong project management of and extensive communication with partner teams, outside consultants and counsel, and authorities having jurisdiction.

Key job responsibilities

• \tIdentify all permits required to construct data center infrastructure.

• \tCoordinate internal and external project development teams to develop and execute a permitting plan, ensuring all partner teams are performing required actions at the appropriate time.

• \tOwn key relationships with authorities having jurisdiction and other key external stakeholders to act as a single point of contact for all strategic permit discussions and escalations.

• \tIdentify, assess, mitigate and communicate risks to the permitting strategy to internal stakeholders and leadership.

• \tWhere appropriate, engage and manage the work of permitting consultants and specialists.

• \tTrack real-time permit delivery metrics and complete after-action reviews to identify and solution opportunities for process improvement.

• \tUp to 25% travel

About the team

Work/Life Balance

Our team puts a high value on work-life balance. It isn't about how many hours you spend at home or at work; it's 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 we're 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:

Arlington, VA, USA | Austin, TX, USA | Seattle, WA, USA

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and applications at an advanced level

- Bachelor's degree or equivalent

- 6+ years of real estate development, entitlement and/or site development permitting experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience leveraging technology and implementing lean principles / Six Sigma methodologies to drive process improvements or equivalent

- Master's degree or equivalent

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.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $96,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

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