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Construction Cost Engineer, AMER Cost Control

Date Posted: Jun 10, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD
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    Location Pennsylvania, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Jul 10, 2026
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Job Description

Overview

The Construction Cost Engineer at Amazon Data Services, Inc. will support a portfolio of Data Center Construction projects across North and South America. This role requires a balance of innovation, analytical skills, and knowledge of the global construction market to maintain cost controls while delivering high standards for safety and security.

Key responsibilities

  • Utilize tools and templates for bid analysis and cost management
  • Engage and manage third party Quantity Surveyor vendors
  • Work seamlessly with multi-disciplinary teams, both internal and external
  • Communicate cost control goals to all stakeholders
  • Identify Value Engineering opportunities in the design and quantify savings
  • Identify project risks and communicate financial impacts
  • Update repository for historical data
  • Define and track cost performance metrics
  • Analyze construction vendor proposals using AWS benchmark data
  • Create accurate bid leveling documents
  • Provide cost analysis of schedule and design variations
  • Validate final award amount and scope based on contracts
  • Implement and execute cost control and change management
  • Ensure accurate and timely vendor invoices
  • Support construction team with project close-out and final payments
  • Deliver results for multiple projects with competing priorities

Required skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Experience in designing or constructing data centers or large-scale electrical/mechanical plants
  • Experience with MS Excel, Word, and Windows Operating Systems
  • Knowledge of power management and monitoring systems
  • Project management experience in large, complex projects
  • Knowledge of critical data center equipment and engineering documentation
  • Understanding of building codes and regulations
  • Experience in reading and interpreting construction specifications and drawings

What the company offers

  • Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave
  • Flexible work-life balance
  • Inclusive team culture with knowledge-sharing and mentorship opportunities

Skills Required

Company Overview

Amazon Data Services, Inc.
Stafford, Virginia, United States of America
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Amazon Data Services, Inc. is a subsidiary of Amazon that focuses on delivering the infrastructure and technology that makes the AWS cloud services successful. They own the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure, e... Read More

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