Amazon - Remote 
Project/Program Manager (141421-1) 
5 + Month Contract 
*Candidates must complete a background check upon offer* 



Responsible for the coordination and completion of project/program. Oversees all aspects of projects/program. Sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, and monitors and summarizes progress of project/program. Prepares reports for upper management regarding status of project/program. May require a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department.

• The project manager will be responsible for overseeing on-site execution, working night shifts (7 PM to 4 AM)
• Managing third-party labor teams.
• Executing a specific phasing plan. Ensuring the phasing plan is completed entirely for each night.
• Escalating any issues that arise during the night's work or forecasting potential issues.
• Maintaining in-depth communication between site operations and senior leadership.
• The role involves extensive travel within the continental United States, potentially anywhere from Seattle to Florida.
• *Candidates need to live close to a major airport for easier travel arrangements. (The HM mentioned they want to avoid situations where candidates are 2-3 hours away from an airport, as that made travel difficult in the past.)
• The job requires being prepared to travel Monday through Friday for the duration of the 9-month assignment, minus major federal holidays. - The goal is to assign one project at a time, so travel would likely be to a consistent location for about 5-6 months. There's a possibility that midway through the assignment (around the 5-6 month mark), they might have to travel to different locations week over week if assigned to two projects.
• The work involves retrofitting existing Amazon grocery buildings, modifying them to meet new design requirements and customer needs.
• Responsibilities include design review, ordering shelving, overseeing installation of new shelving through third-party contractors, and ensuring all work meets permitted standards and food health safety standards.
• The project manager needs to be able to work in a live operational environment, making changes to buildings while they're still running without impacting customer or associate experience.
• The role requires strong communication skills, technological proficiency (including use of computers, email, Microsoft software, and potentially CAD or other specialized software), and the ability to travel continuously.

• Must live near a major airport/metropolitan city
• Read Composite / Drawings
• Understand / know how to use a computer, Microsoft products, smart sheets, BIM360, Bluebeam and CAD
• Strong communication and ability to make decision in high pressure situations.
• Experienced Projects before.
• Travel: Willingness to travel 75%
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

• Prior Amazon experience would be beneficial
• Financial Acumen: Experience with financial analysis is a plus.
• PMP certified
• Engineering or Construction Background

• Unwillingness to work nights
• Unwillingness to travel consistently
• Lack of access to reliable communication platforms
• Living too far from major airports/metropolitan area

We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.