Data Center Project Architect
Herndon, VA 
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Posted 18 months ago
Position No Longer Available
Position No Longer Available
Job Description
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Data Center Project Architect to join its design team in Herndon, Virginia.

AWS designs, builds, and operates Data Centers (DC) around the world and is a leader in worldwide cloud-computing infrastructure.

Architects at AWS work to design resilient, cost effective DC facilities. Our team is responsible for achieving a world class uptime for our customers and drive to develop a fleet of buildings that emphasize security, safety, efficiency, and cost effectiveness, while finding new ways to meet AWS's growing demand.

As a DC Project Architect at AWS, you will lead designs for Amazon DCs in our Americas Region and impact other projects around the world. As a DC Project Architect, you will be part of a highly creative and efficient design team comprised of Architects, Engineers, and Designers tasked with solving problems and challenging the status quo. As a subject matter expert, you will have a direct impact on the design of prototypical DC facilities, provide technical guidance, solve large scale implementation issues, and be responsible for architectural design requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES
* Communicate conceptual designs and create/maintain project documentation before, during, and after construction.
* Maintenance of Basis of Design, prototype design, and template specifications for architectural elements.
* Create, review, and release design RFPs.
* Manage our external design consultants through the design and construction process.
* Coordinate with internal and external Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Controls, and Cabling design engineers.
* Effectively communicate design standards to internal and external project partners.
* Manage multiple fast paced projects simultaneously.
* Think outside of the box to find innovative solutions prior to and during the construction process to reduce costs without negative impacts on quality or reliability.
* Travel for site assessments, internal design meetings, construction review, and interfacing with design consultants. Anticipated travel not to exceed 25%.
* Architecture license.
* 7+ years of commercial / industrial design experience.
* 3+ years of data center or mission critical facilities design experience.


* NAAB accredited degree in Architecture, or equivalent experience.
* Solid working proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and MS Office Suite.
* Proficiency in building codes, regulations, and standards including IBC, IFC, NFPA, and Unified Facility Criteria (UFC).
* Experience designing projects to comply with ICD/ICS 705 accreditation requirements.
* Vendor and consultant management skills.
* Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
* Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly considered.
* Ability to travel internationally.
* Meets/exceeds Amazon's leadership principles requirements for this role.
* Meets/exceeds Amazon's functional/technical depth and complexity for this role.

Amazon is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer - Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation/Age



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.

 

Position No Longer Available
Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
7+ years
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