What are the responsibilities and job description for the OCONUS Project Manager/Construction Manager position at Markon?
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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. Overview:
At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.
Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.
Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.
Join us and make a meaningful impact.
Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays
Markon is seeking a Construction Manager / Project Manager (CM/PM) to support construction and infrastructure projects across OCONUS locations, including high-risk and dynamic operational environments. This role is responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of construction projects, ensuring successful execution from planning through completion while maintaining alignment with cost, schedule, scope, and quality requirements.
- Provide surge support for projects in OCONUS locations, this may include high-risk environments.
- Manage multiple construction projects simultaneously, adjusting priorities as needed.
- Coordinate and oversee third-party construction contractors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, budget, and quality standards.
- Lead and manage the Integrated Project Team (IPT), including stakeholders across security, logistics, IT, communications, contracts, and facilities.
- Coordinate construction activities across all disciplines, including architectural, mechanical, electrical, safety, and security systems.
- Provide weekly project status reports and communicate support requirements to stakeholders.
- Support construction efforts including site development, concrete construction, power generation and distribution systems, and compound construction.
- Assist the Government across all project phases, including planning, design, construction, operations & maintenance (O&M), and deactivation.
- Support development of construction documents, specifications, and Statements of Work (SOWs).
- Review bids, shop drawings, submittals, and change orders; perform site inspections and quality assurance.
- Validate contractor work for invoice approval and partial payments.
- Maintain daily project logs documenting activities, schedule changes, scope changes, and cost impacts.
- Ensure adherence to SOW requirements, project schedules, and budgets.
- Conduct site surveys, drawing reviews, and final project acceptance activities.
- Coordinate with Government stakeholders including management, security, logistics, utilities, transportation, and IT/communications teams.
- Maintain close communication with customers to ensure project satisfaction through completion.
- Active TS/SCI with a FS polygraph.
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Bachelor’s degree in any field.
- A high school, vocational, or trade school diploma plus 5 years of relevant experience may be substituted.
- 5 years of experience in overseas (OCONUS) construction management.
- 1 year of experience working OCONUS with local contractors and labor forces (may be cumulative).
- 6 months of experience in a Government-designated war zone (may be cumulative).
- Demonstrated experience managing construction projects in austere or high-risk environments.
- Strong project management, coordination, and leadership skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and operate effectively in dynamic environments.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Desired:
- Experience supporting federal or DoD construction programs.
- Experience managing secure facility or infrastructure projects.
- Familiarity with expeditionary construction techniques and contingency operations.
- Experience working with multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams.
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. Overview:
Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.
At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.
Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.
Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.
Join us and make a meaningful impact.
Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays
Salary : $120,000 - $150,000