Description AWS 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. The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Environmental team is looking for an experienced senior environmental program manager (PM) to manage environmental risks and requirements throughout the site acquisition and development lifecycle for new data center and infrastructure development in the Americas. The Environmental PM will be a key member of the Environmental Infrastructure Development team and support the development of programmatic approaches for evaluating environmental risks throughout all phases of development. You will partner with AWS stakeholders to develop regional and site-specific development strategies to enable the construction and operation of new AWS datacenters and infrastructure. You will be the environmental subject matter expert (SME) for transactional due diligence and develop and execute regional and site-specific environmental permitting and site management strategies for site development and operations. Candidates will have experience delivering Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, health-risk assessments, and management of site investigation and remediation projects. This role requires regular engagement with AWS stakeholders including Real Estate, Legal, Risk, Water, Design, Public Policy, Construction, and Operational teams, as well as external stakeholders including regulatory agencies, consultants, and contractors. A successful candidate in this role will have a proven track record of delivering multiple, high-priority projects with tight timelines requiring strong communication with partner teams, outside consultants internal and external counsel, and regulatory agencies. Key job responsibilities - Assess environmental risks and requirements and develop mitigations and strategies to support data center siting and development strategies and site-specific project delivery. - Lead technical evaluations during transactional due diligence, including Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, regulatory and permitting evaluations, and natural, biological and cultural resource evaluations. - Deliver environmental permits, approvals, and development plans to enable on-time and compliant construction and operations for new data center locations and expansion of existing sites. - Support the development of programmatic approaches and standards for evaluating and managing contaminated sites and associated acquisition, development, operational, and business risks. - Communicate environmental requirements, risks, and activities to internal and external project partners and internal leadership. - Coordinate with partner teams including Design, Water, Legal, Finance Risk, Power, and others to optimize site designs to consider natural resource or operational constraints. - Develop site development and permitting strategies that are environmentally responsible and sustainable while meeting project timelines. - Lead regulatory agency interactions and negotiations in support of environmental permit acquisition, regional development strategies, and site management. About the team Why AWS Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Diverse Experiences Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud. Inclusive Team Culture Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Mentorship and Career Growth We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Basic Qualifications BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology environmental science, or related discipline. - 10+ years of multi-media environmental due diligence, permitting, and compliance experience for existing sites and new development. - 10+ years of experience delivering transactional Phase I and Phase II site due diligence and site investigation and remediation in United States, including environmental liability and financial disclosure reporting. - Experience developing programmatic approaches and tools/mechanisms to evaluate and manage a contaminated site portfolio, including coordination with finance, real estate, legal, and external agency stakeholders. - Experience with controls and financial reporting in accordance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act for remedial activities. Preferred Qualifications PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Global site investigation, remediation, and/or development experience. - Data center or critical infrastructure due diligence, design, construction, and/or or risk assessment experience strongly preferred. - Experience managing and/or supporting community/public interactions. - Experience working with large teams on a diverse slate of projects. - Experience working with construction teams for sites requiring site remediation to support new development. - Established relationships and understanding of existing and emerging environmental requirements throughout the United States. - Up to 25% travel 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 $125,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $239,300/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.