OCONUS Construction Manager

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Markon is seeking an experienced Onsite Construction Manager to support a U.S. Government (USG) program involving complex, large-scale construction projects. The selected candidate will ensure government requirements are met and oversee execution throughout all phases of construction—including cost, scope, schedule, safety, and commissioning.

• Act as the USG’s representative and coordinate with all stakeholders to ensure government interests are protected.
• Oversee and validate project baselines (cost, scope, schedule) and ensure alignment with safety, quality, and commissioning standards.
• Prepare and validate cost estimates and budgets.
• Review contractor submittals and proposals for planning, sequencing, schedules, and methodologies.
• Monitor contractor performance and report progress to the USG.
• Collect and maintain all construction documentation on behalf of the government.
• Attend and document construction meetings and progress updates.
• Support the coordination of security-related work, including escorts and after-hours access.
• Advise the USG on design, technologies, and construction methodologies to ensure best practices.
• Verify project schedule and monitor critical path and milestones.
• Coordinate deliveries to the construction site, including working with third-party contractors.
• Collaborate with the USG Project Management Team to identify and mitigate operational risks.
• Follow and enforce local security procedures regarding documentation and photography at the construction site.

• Active TS/SCI with CI Poly Security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field, with a minimum of 10 years of construction management experience in the design and build of industrial or government facilities
  – OR –
  10+ years of relevant USG construction management experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience managing $50M+ construction projects.
• In-depth knowledge of design-build project management practices.
• Extensive knowledge of construction schedules and Critical Path Method (CPM) analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in project commissioning.
• U.S. Government construction experience (minimum 10 years).

Preferred qualifications:

• Strong electrical knowledge, including experience with generators and UPS systems.
• Experience managing overseas construction projects.
• Active Project Management Professional (PMP) or Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) certification.
• Working knowledge of:
• Earned value management
• British Standards for construction
• ICD 705 and SCIF construction
• Export logistics and Joint Travel Regulation (JTR)
• Federal acquisition regulations
• Relevant certifications:
• ACI Concrete Construction Special Inspector
• CQM-C (Construction Quality Management for Contractors)
• USACE EM 385 or OSHA 510
• PMI-SP (Scheduling Professional)
• SCPro or equivalent supply chain certification

USD $130,000.00 - USD $170,000.00 /Yr.

The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.