Project Manager - Okinawa, Japan

Job Description This Japanese, Tokyo based, general contractor specializes in federal, military, and civil construction projects primarily working on U.S. Government 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 leading the MEP scopes, JV and government relations and reporting to a company executive. 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. A longer-term career opportunity is available in addition to the initial three-year project. 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 Japan - THIS IS NOT REMOTE - You must have heavy commercial, civil, federal, or infrastructure project experience - You must have completed a Civil Engineering Degree, Mechanical Engineering Degree, Architectural, or Construction Management Degree - You will need to be able to relocate and commence employment by November 2026 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.