Overview
Amazon Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
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The Global Design team is looking for a creative, innovative, results-oriented designer based in Barcelona, Madrid or London who will be responsible for the design of post-occupancy tenant improvement and small/medium new sites or expansion projects in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) portfolio. This role reports to the EMEA Design Manager and works closely with the EMEA Design & Construction (D&C) team, the Workplace Guidelines & Standards team, and the Global Transformation & Insights team.
Responsibilities
* Oversee and manage the design of post-occupancy tenant improvement projects and small/medium new site projects and expansions, including: (1) leading the design based on customer needs and technical requirements; (2) collaborating with an external/vendor design team (Architect of Record) on certain projects; (3) aligning the design with the overall Corporate Workplace concept developed by the Global Design team; and (4) informing the Guidelines and Standards team on design elements to translate into global Guidelines.
* Identify and implement continuous design refinement using operational data, customer insights, and success metrics to drive improvements.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with regional peers to ensure a consistent customer experience while respecting local/cultural nuances.
* Coordinate with GREF partner teams (Regional Portfolio Management, Sustainability and Environmental Health and Safety, Travel and Events) to elevate program deliverables and improve workspace quality with a focus on resiliency, efficiency, health, and safety.
* Engage with external industry bodies and communities to ensure new standards, best practices, technology, and innovations are adopted into the program.
About The Team
The Global Real Estate and Facilities (GREF) team provides real estate transaction expertise, space and occupancy planning, capital investment program management, facility maintenance, and operations in more than 60 countries. GREF is organized into three pillars: Regional Portfolio Management, Global Enablement Centers, and Global Centers of Expertise. Workplace Design and Construction sits within the Global Centers of Expertise and includes Global Design, Workplace Design Guidelines, Business Development, Global Integrated Facilities Management, and regional D&C delivery.
The Global Design team owns the design of GREF spaces and develops concepts aligned with GREF’s strategic vision and the GREF Workplace Design Style Guide, ensuring regional teams integrate concepts into new projects and renovations. The Design Guidelines team owns the creation, implementation, and refinement of Amazon’s Global Workplace Design Guidelines and Standards, including FF&E, signage, and wayfinding guidelines. The D&C delivery team delivers spaces across the GREF portfolio, including offices, labs, production facilities, studios, and other spaces.
Inclusive Team Culture: Amazon embraces differences and fosters inclusion with employee-led affinity groups and ongoing learning experiences. Our culture aligns with the 16 Leadership Principles, emphasizing curiosity, trust, and diverse perspectives.
Work/Life Balance: We value flexible working arrangements to support personal and professional life.
Mentorship & Career Growth: We support career development through opportunities that help team members grow as contributors.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related professional experience.
* Experience defining program requirements and using data/metrics to drive improvements.
* 3+ years of design program management experience in physical building (design/construction) programs.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in architecture, property development, planning, procurement, facilities management, and/or construction.
* Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and follow-up skills with attention to detail.
* Excellent oral and written communication with ability to translate ideas into documentation.
* Continuous learning mindset with awareness of industry trends and best practices.
* Familiarity with relevant industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
* Experience managing building schedules, risks/issues, and stakeholder communications; ability to trade off between business and customer needs.
* Ability to build constructive relationships to navigate complex situations.
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Additional Information
Company: Amazon Spain Services, S.L.U. | Job ID: A3020594
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