Sr Real Estate Development Manager

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Senior Real Estate Development Manager to join the Real Estate Development Management (REDM) team within Data Centre Supply Solutions (DCSS) EMEA. Based in London, Basic qualifications: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business, management, real estate, or another related field - 10+ years of progressive experience in real estate development management, infrastructure programme delivery, or development-stage asset management. - Demonstrable experience as a development manager or equivalent role with end-to-end accountability for programme delivery, cost control, and counterparty or contractor management on complex, multi-stakeholder projects. - Experience engaging with planning authorities, local government bodies, and regulatory agencies in connection with building permits, zoning, and development consents. - Experience negotiating and administering commercial development agreements (BTS, forward fund, development agreement, or equivalent structures) including provisions for work scope, cost control, change control, and risk allocation. - Experience managing development cost plans and budgets at significant scale, with the judgement to challenge costs, exercise audit rights, and protect commercial interests. - Willingness to travel regularly across EMEA and comply with the 5-day return-to-office policy in London. Preferred: - Experience building and cultivating relationships with internal and external stakeholders - Experience directly related to the design or construction of data centers or critical infrastructure or large-scale mechanical and electrical plants - Master's degree in a relevant discipline (Real Estate, MBA, Construction Law, Urban Planning, or equivalent) and professional qualification: RICS (MRICS or FRICS), CIOB, RIBA, RTPI, or equivalent. - Multi-country EMEA experience navigating diverse regulatory frameworks, planning regimes, and cultural contexts. - Experience with UK and/or Irish planning processes, including planning obligation agreements, environmental assessment, and engagement with local and national planning authorities and Experience with GMP, fixed-price, and open-book development cost structures. - Experience managing development obligations, urbanisation works, and performance bond or security management over multi-year delivery programmes. - Fluency in one or more additional European languages (French, German, Italian, or Spanish). Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.