Project Manager

About

The Project Manager will support the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) by planning, organizing, and leading infrastructure and facility-related projects across Misawa Air Base. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with U.S. Air Force and host-nation requirements. The Project Manager evaluates program performance, ensures alignment with mission objectives, and provides data-driven recommendations to improve execution across planning, programming, design, and construction activities within an $80–120M annual portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead projects to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and meeting quality standards
• Coordinate project activities across planning, design, and construction phases
• Manage scope, schedule, cost, and risk to support successful execution
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and government stakeholders to drive project outcomes
• Assess program and project performance and provide data-driven recommendations for improvements
• Ensure alignment with Air Force mission objectives and installation priorities
• Ensure compliance with U.S. Air Force standards and host-nation (Japan) regulations
• Maintain project documentation, reporting, and database tracking systems
• Support administrative, financial, and program reporting requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, or related field
• 5+ years of project management or program coordination experience
• Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Strong knowledge of project management principles (schedule, cost, risk, scope)
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience supporting U.S. Department of Defense or Air Force programs
• Familiarity with construction, infrastructure, or facilities-related projects
• Experience with data tracking systems, reporting tools, or GIS platforms