Sr Cost Engineer, Data Center Engineering
Job title: Sr Cost Engineer, Data Center Engineering in Seattle, WA at Amazon
Company: Amazon
Job description: DESCRIPTIONAWS 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. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.Key job responsibilities
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Design Phase Cost Management: Lead the development and maintenance of the Basis of Design (BoD) cost models, ensuring alignment with program requirements and design intent.
- Programmatic Change Analysis: Evaluate and quantify cost impacts resulting from programmatic changes during the design and construction phases, collaborating closely with Pre-Construction and Construction teams to integrate changes effectively.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with Design, Procurement, Construction, and Finance teams to ensure cost considerations are integrated throughout the project lifecycle.
- Cost Reporting: Prepare and present detailed cost reports, forecasts, and variance analyses to senior leadership, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for cost optimization and process enhancements, contributing to the development of best practices and standards within the cost engineering function.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction cost control, with specific knowledge of electrical, mechanical, or architectural cost elements.
- At least 2 years of experience in data center or other mission-critical construction environments (Semiconductors, Oil & Gas).
- Proficiency in cost estimating software such as Procore, RSMeans Data Online, ConWize, STACK, and ProEst.
- Experience reviewing and justifying budgets, with a strong understanding of cost estimation strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex cost information effectively to both construction and non-construction professionals.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
- Experience working with remote teams and managing multiple stakeholders across various disciplines.