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Senior Construction Manager - Off-Site Assembly, Modularization & Constructability

On-site in Zaragoza, Aragon +1·Added 5 days ago

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Amazon doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak fluent Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Zaragoza, Aragon, Spain / El Burgo de Ebro, Aragon
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 10+ years of experience
Senior-level role.
University degree
“Bachelor's degree in Engineering” — per the ad.

Requirements

What we're looking for

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering

- Strong knowledge of CSA, Mechanical, and Electrical systems

- 10+ years managing mission-critical projects

- 5+ years in off-site construction or modularization for data centres or similar infrastructure

- Proven experience influencing contractors and scaling new construction methodologies

- Experience with RFPs, change management, quality control, and portfolio reporting

- Fluency in English and Spanish

Nice to have

- Ability to read, write and speak fluently in English and Spanish

- Experience working across multiple European construction markets

- Strong financial and business case modelling capability

- Additional European language skills a plus

- Professional certifications (PE, PMP, LEED) preferred

The role

As a Senior Data Center Construction Manager specialising in off-site assembly and modularization, you will lead strategic transformation across AWS EMEA Construction. Acting as the regional Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will drive adoption of prefabricated, precast, and modular solutions across the EMEA data centre and power infrastructure portfolio which aggregates programmes spanning Civil, Structural, Architectural, Systems (CSAS), Mechanical Systems (MS), and Electrical Systems (ES)

This role sits within the global Off-Site Assembly program and partners closely with Preconstruction, Procurement, Design, and Operations to:

• Reduce onsite labour requirements

• Improve safety and quality through industrialised fabrication

• Introduce schedule resilience

• Mitigate skilled labour shortages across European markets

Key Objectives

• Measurable reduction in onsite labour hours across EMEA

• Schedule compression and improved float through modular adoption

• Improved safety performance and reduced construction waste

• Standardised prefabricated systems deployed regionally

• Robust reporting framework quantifying hours shifted off-site and associated quality/safety improvements

• Strategic partnerships with qualified European fabrication vendors

About the team

What you'll do

Key job responsibilities

1. Strategy & Mechanism Ownership

• Own EMEA contribution to the global off-site assembly portfolio, including tracking labour hours shifted off-site across CSAS, Mechanical, and Electrical systems

• Develop repeatable frameworks for evaluating and implementing modular solutions

• Establish governance, reporting, and metrics to measure adoption, cost impact, schedule compression, safety improvements, and quality outcomes

• Build scalable mechanisms to embed constructability and prefabrication into project lifecycle decisions

2. Cross-Functional Leadership

• Partner with Preconstruction, Procurement, Design, and Operations to embed constructability and modular thinking early in project development

• Represent EMEA within the global Off-Site Assembly team and adapt global innovations to regional market conditions

• Influence General Contractors and vendors across multiple markets to develop and adopt innovative prefabricated solutions

• Enable regional Construction Managers through knowledge transfer and technical guidance

3. Technical & Market Development

• Define technical standards for prefabricated systems aligned to AWS design requirements and local codes

• Build and maintain an approved vendor ecosystem across Europe

• Develop business cases quantifying labour reduction, schedule resilience, safety improvements, and total cost impact

• Drive competitive tension to improve cost, quality, and delivery timelines

4. Safety, Risk & Scaling

• Shift high-risk activities (e.g., work at height, confined space) to controlled factory environments

• Identify and mitigate modular risks including logistics, transportation, sequencing, and interface management

• Lead pilot implementations and scale successful solutions across multiple regions

• Create playbooks and training mechanisms to standardise adoption

How you'll work

Working Conditions

• Based in Zaragoza, Spain,this is an EMEA-wide strategic role influencing delivery across Spain, Ireland, Germany, Italy, France, and the Nordics.

• 40–50% travel across EMEA

• Collaboration across global time zones

• Active construction environments requiring PPE

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About Amazon

Amazon is a global technology company focused on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. It is one of the world's largest employers and operates a vast network of fulfillment centers, data centers, and corporate offices across the globe. In Spain, Amazon has a significant presence with corporate offices in Madrid and Barcelona, as well as numerous fulfillment and data center facilities, including in Huesca and other regions. The company is known for its customer-centric culture, innovation, and fast-paced work environment, offering a wide range of roles from engineering and operations to corporate and creative positions.

Industry: E-commerce and Cloud
Founded: 1994
Employees: 1,000,000+
Headquarters: Seattle, USA
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Huesca
Website: amazon.jobs

Good to know if you are moving

Amazon offers a comprehensive relocation package for international hires, including visa sponsorship and support for moving to Spain.
The company has a strong presence in Spain with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, as well as numerous fulfillment and data center locations.
Amazon is known for its leadership principles, which are integral to its corporate culture and are important for career advancement.
Employees often have the opportunity to work on global projects and collaborate with teams across different countries.
Amazon provides competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance, stock options, and career development programs.

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