IPQ Manager, Integrated Project Quality (IPQ)

Company: Amazon
Location: Austin
Posted on: April 7, 2026

Job Description:

The Integrated Project Quality (IPQ) Manager is responsible for managing a team of Quality Control Engineers (QCE), who run quality assurance and control projects by coordinating with vendors, contractors, and other teams involved in the construction and commissioning of various systems such as: -Medium and low voltage power systems -Generators -UPS -HVAC (Air Handlers / Exhaust Fans / VFD) -Chilled Water systems -Building Management Systems (BMS) -Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) -Pumps and Hydronic systems -Building Shell/Structural/Envelope Systems -Site/Foundation/Utility Systems -Fire Life Safety (FLS) Systems The IPQ Manager shall ensure that all quality control projects in their assigned area are appropriately staffed, delivered on time, and achieve bar-raising quality standards. They will oversee inspection completion, observation tracking, and quality metrics reporting to ensure on-time project delivery and high quality turnover of completed construction projects. Develop and/or provide multi-discipline input into the development of inspection templates, quality control plans, and QA/QC procedures. In addition, they will be required to review inspection reports, lead quality audits, perform system-level quality assessments, and ensure compliance with IPQ standards. During construction and commissioning phases, they will manage onsite execution roles and support technical oversight directly as needed across the portfolio. Additionally, the individual will be responsible for comprehensive weekly reporting of quality metrics, observation trends, and lessons learned to continually improve the quality of our program. This position will include coverage of multiple inflight projects, oversee budgets of $5-10M per contract and manage resourcing plans for both internal and external contractors. Key job responsibilities Hire and on-board new team members through coaching and/or other orientation practices and career development of team to meet business demands Understand the current capabilities of quality automation tools (Procore, inspection platforms) and confirm they are being utilized to the full benefit of the department and project Provide Monthly business review reports to influence and/or support business decisions Monitor the IPQ team's performance in conducting inspections, tracking observations, and ensuring quality standards are met across all critical infrastructure systems and sub-systems Enhance skills, performance and development of all employees by sponsoring and promoting completion of training programs so that adherence to quality guidelines and specifications is ensured and work of the highest quality prevails Maintain safe and healthy work environment by following and enforcing established project procedures relating to safety, work permitting and work order systems; adhere to legal requirements Ability to build effective relationships with construction management, field engineering, commissioning, general contractors, electrical contractors, and vendor personnel Lead quality control initiatives to reduce equipment damage and electrical events Develop and implement inspection templates and quality control plans Oversee crimping and termination, and other specialty technical quality assurance processes Coordinate quality handoffs with commissioning teams and construction management Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally for up to 50% and 10%, respectively, of the year Required to provide personal transportation for meetings and job visits away from the office; reimbursed US Citizenship is required About the team 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. Amazon 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. 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 in the cloud. Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empowers us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. 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. - 10 years of direct management, mentorship, leadership, and coaching of construction management or commissioning professionals experience - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or an equivalent engineering science OR 10 years of related quality control/quality assurance experience in critical infrastructure in lieu of a degree - 8 years of vendor management experience (request for proposals, bidding, change orders, quality control, RFI/submittal tracking) associated with construction quality management and/or project execution - 5 years hiring, promoting, and developing teams of professional engineering or quality assurance staff - Experience with quality management systems and inspection methodologies for commercial and/or industrial facilities constructed of concrete, steel, and standard industrial building envelope systems. - Experience directly constructing electrical engineering systems including large scale power distribution/generation gear and mechanical engineering systems including cooling systems - Understand electrical infrastructure principles for electrical distribution systems, including crimping and termination standards - Experience directly related to the quality control or construction of data centers - Experience with large scale technical operations or large-scale data centers - Experience with quality management platforms (Procore, inspection software) - Ability to define quality control standards, specify/document inspection requirements, create/communicate quality plans, and create/maintain quality documentation - Ability and willingness to find creative and innovative solutions to improve quality outcomes and reduce defects with no impact on schedule and reliability - Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation - Understanding of general IBC, ASHRAE, and ASCE code requirements and technical resources - Knowledge of industry quality standards (NETA, IEEE, NEC, etc.) 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. 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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, TX, Austin - 150,200.00 - 203,300.00 USD annually

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