MEP Project Manager, Okinawa, Japan

Job Description This Japanese, Tokyo based, general contractor specializes in federal, military, and civil construction projects primarily working for the U.S. Government and its various departments constructing U.S. owned facilities in Japan. A uniquely positioned company they are experiencing rapid growth and recruiting U.S. nationals to be based on 3+ year contracts in Japan, or Japanese islands in the South China Sea. The initial project will see you working on a $150M project in Okinawa managing the MEP scopes and reporting to the Project Director. Working with an international team you will be the key liaison between local contractors, JV partners, and the client (U.S. Govt/DOD). This is a unique and rare opportunity for someone to gain an international cultural experience whilst working on a major project working to U.S. standards. Requirements - Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check and have not been declined a Japanese visa, or other international visa previously - Minimum 3 year commitment - Willing to relocate to Okinakwa, Japan - THIS IS NOT REMOTE - Please only apply if you can start by September 2026 - You must have commercial, industrial, or heavy civil construction project experience - Please review the following: Employment Status: These are local employee roles based in Japan. Successful candidates will relocate as Japanese residents under corporate visa sponsorship. Salary will be paid in Japanese YEN. Visa Status: The company will sponsor your Japanese work visa. Social: You will be enrolled in the Japanese national tax, healthcare, pension, and other standard systems. Tax Status: All roles are local positions and not tax-free. All income is subject to local Japanese taxation. These are NOT expat packages, diplomatic roles, or military contracts.