Design & Innovation Manager

- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
- Experience as an Architect, Engineer, Construction Manager, Development Manager, Owner's project management representative or in other Commercial Development and Construction related disciplines
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, SharePoint, and PowerPoint)
- Proficient user in English (C1) and local language
- Analytical and organizational capabilities
- Effective communication skills
- Experience in managing cool chains, refrigeration equipment and installations, temperature-controlled environments are considered a strong plus
- French, German, Polish, Arabic, Portuguese, Turkish, Chinese (Mandarin), Afrikaans and Zulu are considered preferred qualifications.

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Join our dynamic Design & Innovation team and become a pivotal part of Amazon's infrastructure expansion across Europe. You will play a critical role in designing our global logistics network, supporting the development of delivery stations and fulfillment centers.

This role offers structured learning opportunities while contributing to Amazon's infrastructure expansion.

Would you like an opportunity to travel and work in multiple EU countries and cultures? The role will be based in Madrid/Milan with 50% of time traveling either domestically within the country or to other EMEA countries.

Key job responsibilities
- Support the E2E design of AMZN infrastructure , providing comprehensive technical feedback, design oversight and quality assessment
- Drive design and value engineering initiatives to foster innovation, enhance customer experience and sustainability and reduce the cost to serve
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders
- Maintain meticulous project documentation and tracking systems
- Learn and apply best practices in pre-construction and construction processes


A day in the life
Your day will be a blend of strategic planning and hands-on project coordination. You might start by leading the design of new buildings and retrofit, coordinating multiple internal and external stakeholders, then transition to site visit, meetings with external vendors and finally lead global design innovation initiatives. Each day offers a unique opportunity to learn, collaborate, and contribute to Amazon's ambitious infrastructure goals.

About the team
We are a collaborative team of professionals dedicated to delivering complex infrastructure projects. Our approach emphasizes continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and innovative problem-solving. We value team members who bring curiosity, analytical thinking, and a passion for building world-class facilities.