Sr Permit Manager, Risk and Resiliency - Amazon

Description 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 Sr Permit Manager role - based in either Seattle, WA or Arlington, VA - will be responsible for identifying all permitting requirements associated with the design, construction, and operation of datacenters in jurisdictions where AWS doesn't have an existing infrastructure presence. The Permit Manager will be responsible for working with internal stakeholders (e.g. the AWS Design Engineering, Construction, and Environmental teams) to develop a permitting plan, ensure that plan is being executed effectively, and identifying and mitigating risks associated with the permitting process. The Permit Manager will work with external permitting experts and the AWS public policy teams to identify opportunities to expedite the permitting process. The Permit Manager will lead after-action reviews and identify lessons learned from completed projects that could make the permitting process more efficient for future projects. Key job responsibilities - Identification of all permits required to construct and operate datacenter infrastructure. - Coordinate between internal and external project development teams to develop a permitting plan and manage the execution of that plan, ensuring all partner teams are performing required actions at the appropriate time. - Together with public policy, engage with AHJs to identify opportunities to expedite permitting timelines. - Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to the permitting process or permitting timelines - Where appropriate, engage and manage the work of permitting consultants and specialists. - Complete after-action reviews and identify opportunities for process improvement. 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 - Bachelors degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience - 6+ years project or program management experience in the real estate development, construction management, design engineering, or environmental permitting - 5+ years' experience of the legal and regulatory requirements for projects at all stages of the permitting process - 5+ years' experience of working on major site development projects across multiple jurisdictions Preferred Qualifications - Datacenter development experience - Experience of managing permitting and entitlements for large and complex infrastructure projects - Outstanding verbal and written communication skills and ability to influence at all levels of an organization 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.