Senior Development Manager, Global Realty

Amazon•Bellevue, WA

About The Position

Amazon operates a world-class network of large, technologically advanced fulfillment centers across North America. The North American Operations (NA Ops) Real Estate Team is responsible for strategic development, acquisition, and disposition of all facilities in the Amazon Fulfillment Network. The Senior Development Manager will be a key part of the NA Ops Real Estate Team, serving as a primary facilitator of Amazon's long-term industrial real estate strategy. This individual must be comfortable operating as both a strategic and tactical executor, responsible for leading cross-functional teams to proactively identify, develop, and deliver facilities that anticipate Amazon's future operational needs throughout North America. This role requires end-to-end ownership from early site control and entitlements through construction delivery, focusing on creating optionality, operational resilience, and strategic value in Amazon's fulfillment network. A day in the life Our North American Operations Real Estate Team secures real estate for Amazon operations across the continent. In this role, you'll directly influence current business requirements while helping shape and forecast future capacity needs that aren't yet published. You'll be at the forefront of Amazon's expansion strategy, working to anticipate where and how our network will evolve. Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status. Amazon Benefits: Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include: 1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage 2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options 3. Paid Time Off (PTO) 4. 401(k) Plan If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skill sets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply! About the team Amazon operates a world-class network of large, technologically advanced fulfillment centers across North America. The North American Operations (NA Ops) Real Estate Team is responsible for strategic development, acquisition, and disposition of all facilities in the Amazon Fulfillment Network.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Reliability Engineering, or 2+ years of Amazon RME (BB/3P) Full Time Exempt experience
5+ years of managing stakeholders in cross-functional project experience
Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Real Estate, or another related field
8+ years of commercial real estate development or investment experience with end-to-end project lifecycle management
3+ years of experience with financial analysis, budget management, or investment evaluation
6+ years experience implementing process improvements or developing new approaches in real estate development, investment, or project management roles
5+ years experience in industrial or commercial real estate development, investment, or strategic asset management
Experience managing large, complex development projects from site acquisition through construction delivery with demonstrated financial stewardship
Proven experience building and maintaining relationships with government officials, regulatory bodies, and municipal stakeholders for entitlements and permitting
Experience leading strategic planning and portfolio optimization in fast-paced, high-growth environments

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in business, real estate, finance, engineering, construction management, or urban planning
Professional certification in commercial real estate (e.g., CCIM, NAIOP Development/Finance Certificate, or RPA) demonstrating expertise in real estate finance, investment analysis, and the end-to-end development process.
Experience building networks of investors, developers, contractors, consultants, engineers, and legal professionals for strategic development projects valued at $50MM and greater

Responsibilities

Lead proactive site sourcing and strategic development opportunities years ahead of capacity needs, creating competitive advantages in site selection, development timing, and cost across North America
Drive end-to-end project lifecycle ownership from site evaluation and acquisition through entitlements, design development, construction, and operational handover for complex industrial developments
Develop and execute financial stewardship strategies including feasibility analyses, investment evaluation, budget management, and risk mitigation to optimize economic returns while preserving operational readiness
Create and implement innovative processes, tools, and metrics systems to ensure predictable delivery that balances speed, flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and operational excellence
Build and maintain lasting partnerships with internal cross-functional teams (Operations, Pre-Construction, WHS, Construction Management, Finance, Legal, Asset Management, Economic Development, and more) including developers, municipalities, landowners, consultants, and community leaders
Navigate complex entitlements and permitting processes, working directly with government officials and regulatory bodies to secure approvals for development projects
Lead data-informed decision making that considers portfolio-wide impacts, network optimization, and strategic positioning within Metropolitan Statistical Areas.
Manage strategic site options and development agreements that create flexibility for Amazon's evolving network needs
Travel throughout North America up to 30% of the time to oversee development activities and maintain stakeholder relationships