Military Construction Program Manager

About the role

Candidate will be a senior advisor to the Air Force’s management of large construction projects throughout the Pacific ($10M - $500M) and Cherokee manager of technical delivery for the team including supervision of assigned engineering staff. We work side-by-side at Air Force headquarters in the Pacific providing engineering and infrastructure support to ensure the client obtains the facilities required for the mission within budget and on schedule. Facilities include aircraft pavements, operations planning space, hangars, maintenance, and other support facilities in Japan, Korea, Guam, Alaska, and other locations.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of MILCON projects as an integral part of headquarters-level Air Force execution team working closely with mission planners, facility users, the design and construction agent (USACE/NAVFAC), engineering subject matter experts (SMEs), and installation personnel.
• Supervise and assist direct reports in supporting the client and managing projects and tasks; provide mentorship and guidance.
• Work closely with Branch Chiefs and leadership to identify and implement execution strategies and manage day to day taskings.
• Review/analyze UFCs, AFIs, and new guidance documents applicable to design and construction of vertical and horizontal facilities.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on project status, milestones, and financial performance.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or relevant field (Architecture or similar technical degree preferred).
• Advanced Degree in relevant field and/or Professional Engineering (PE) license are desired.
• At least ten years of relevant experience working with US military/Department of War (DoW) facilities and requirements (preferably with US Air Force facilities).
• Experience at a US military headquarters-level organization.
• Experience with all phases of DoW facility development (planning, programming, design, acquisition, construction, closeout) including the role of Architectural & Engineering (A&E) contracts preferred.
• Specific knowledge of DoW Military Construction (MILCON) processes.
• Experience and training as a supervisor of senior professional-level technical personnel.
• Able to obtain and maintain a US Air Force SECRET Clearance for unescorted access to on-base facilities.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Skills

• Proactive engagement is essential.

Benefits

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Pay

Estimated Starting Salary Range for MILCON Program Manager: $140,000 - $155,000 Pay commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The position is on-site at Hickam AFB.