Environmental Construction Program Manager, AWS Environmental Team
Amazon Data Services, Inc.· startup· Cloud Infrastructure· Oct 21, 2026 · 7d ago
Herndon, Virginia, USA
In office
Full-time
Senior
$127K–$172K
5+ years exp
Job description
Environmental Construction Program Manager Role
AWS Environmental is responsible for the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on by supporting all AWS data centers and the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that keep the cloud running. We tackle the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain, and we're looking for talented individuals who want to help.
You will:
• Partner with AWS stakeholders to develop regional and site-specific development strategies for the construction and operation of AWS data centers and infrastructure.
• Provide environmental technical assistance and risk management support to Regional Environmental Engineers, Construction Managers, and other internal partners.
• Promote and manage environmental compliance throughout construction across all applicable media — including wetland and waters (CWA Section 404) permits, stormwater and wastewater (NPDES) permits, groundwater protection, air, and the protection of sensitive natural and cultural resources.
• Prepare for data center operations in partnership with Regional Environmental Engineers, ensuring a smooth handoff from construction to operational compliance.
• Engage regularly throughout the construction phase with multiple AWS stakeholders — including Real Estate, Legal, Risk, Water, Design, Public Policy, Construction, and Operations — as well as external stakeholders such as regulatory agencies, consultants, and contractors.
Key job responsibilities
• Assess environmental risks and requirements across all relevant media and develop mitigation strategies to support site-specific project delivery.
• Manage environmental compliance during construction, including wetlands and waters permits, protected species and cultural resource requirements, stormwater and erosion & sediment control, wastewater, and groundwater protection.
• Communicate environmental requirements, risks, and activities to internal and external project partners.
• Coordinate with partner teams — including Construction, Design, Water, Legal, Real Estate, Power, and others — to manage construction and operational constraints.
• Develop site development strategies that are environmentally responsible and sustainable while meeting project timelines.
• Lead regulatory agency interactions and negotiations.
• Develop, manage, and track metrics to evaluate program performance.
A day in the life
The AWS Environmental Team in AMER manages the environmental requirements during data center and infrastructure development in the Americas. The Environmental Construction Program Manager will be a key member of the AMER Environmental team, managing environmental compliance across the construction phase of development and coordinating the full range of environmental programs that touch a site from construction start through operational readiness.
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
AWS 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.
Inclusive Team Culture
AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.
Mentorship & 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.
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.
- Experience with varying scenarios of infrastructure builds
- 5+ years of experience delivering multi-media environmental due diligence, permitting, and compliance projects with specific expertise in CWA 404 and NPDES permitting, groundwater protection, wastewater discharge, and natural and cultural resource evaluations
- Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization
- Specialized technical knowledge of environmental permits during the construction phase of development, such as wetland permits, construction stormwater permits, and other media-specific authorizations.
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 amazon.jobs for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at amazon.jobs .
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