ICON is seeking a Director of Construction for Military Construction (MILCON) Projects. This is a senior leadership role with full ownership of all MILCON construction projects. This includes program performance, from pre-construction strategy through project closeout, across multiple concurrent projects serving a variety of Department of War customers and government agencies nationwide.
The ideal candidate is a deeply experienced, highly autonomous construction leader who brings command-level judgment, strategic clarity, and hands-on technical leadership to a complex, fast-moving federal construction program. This person does not require direction on tactics or strategy - they set it. They thrive in ambiguous, high-stakes environments, hold themselves and their teams to the highest standards of performance and compliance, and have a demonstrated track record of delivering demanding federal construction programs on time, on budget, and in full conformance with government contract requirements. The ability to operate with a high degree of independence while maintaining full accountability for outcomes is essential.
RESPONSIBILITIES:Program Leadership & Strategic Oversight- Own construction program performance across ICON's full national MILCON portfolio - accountable for schedule, budget, quality, safety, and compliance on all active and upcoming projects
- Set strategic direction for MILCON construction operations, including resource deployment, risk management, and operational standards
- Serve as ICON's senior construction authority in all dealings with DoD contracting authorities, including USACE and NAVFAC contracting officers, CORs, and government program managers
- Proactively identify and resolve program-level risks to maintain project performance
- Provide executive-level project performance reporting to ICON leadership with clarity, precision, and actionable insight
Team Leadership & Development- Build, lead, and develop a national team of Senior Construction Managers, Superintendents, Purchasing Agents, and Quality Control Managers (QCM)
- Establish clear performance expectations, accountability structures, and operating workflows across the team
- Develop staffing forecasts aligned to the MILCON project pipeline; manage hiring, onboarding, and resource allocation to ensure project coverage across all regions
- Mentor and develop direct reports, fostering a culture of ownership, technical excellence, and continuous improvement
- Manage team overhead relative to project COGS targets; ensure staffing is right-sized to support active and upcoming work
Pre-Construction & Technical Leadership- Lead constructability reviews from schematic design through construction documents, providing input to design and estimating teams on means, methods, cost, and schedule
- Own the development of construction master schedules and integrated site logistics strategies
- Partner with ICON's Estimating team and Project Managers to ensure RFP packages, scope definitions, and buyout strategies align with project requirements, federal compliance obligations, and ICON's standards
- Provide guidance on construction sequencing, phasing, and site logistics aligned with project requirements and ICON's integrated delivery model
Project Execution & Performance- Hold ultimate accountability for on-time, on-budget delivery across the MILCON portfolio; drive corrective action decisively when performance deviates
- Oversee implementation of QA/QC programs in full compliance with UFC, UFGS, USACE/NAVFAC quality control requirements, and project-specific QC plans
- Drive safety program development and enforcement across all MILCON project sites in compliance with EM 385-1-1 and contract requirements
- Resolve complex field issues, contract disputes, and government-directed changes with sound judgment and minimal escalation
- Oversee the RFP and subcontracting process for MILCON projects, ensuring trade partner selection aligns with federal compliance requirements and project demands
Government Compliance & Risk Management- Ensure all construction operations are fully compliant with FAR, DFARS, UFC, UFGS, EM 385-1-1, and all applicable DoD standards and project-specific requirements
- Oversee security protocols, personnel clearance requirements, and site access control across MILCON project sites
- Lead or support preparation of Time Impact Analyses (TIAs), Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REAs), and other contract modification submissions as required
- Develop and maintain program-level risk registers; drive proactive identification and mitigation of schedule, cost, and compliance risks
- Ensure Construction Manager teams maintain complete, accurate, and audit-ready documentation in accordance with government contract requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:- 15+ years construction management experience, with substantial leadership responsibility on federal or military construction programs
- 8+ years of direct experience managing MILCON or other federal construction projects as a prime or major subcontractor, with demonstrated responsibility for full project delivery
- Proven experience leading and developing multi-person teams of construction managers and superintendents across multiple concurrent projects
- Deep working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, UFC, UFGS, EM 385-1-1, and USACE/NAVFAC project delivery standards and contracting requirements
- Demonstrated ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy - setting strategy, making sound tactical decisions, and driving outcomes independently across a complex, multi-project program
- Proven track record of delivering federal construction projects on time, within budget, and in full compliance with government contract requirements
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to represent ICON credibly at the highest levels of government customer engagement
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively to project sites across the United States
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:- Experience building and scaling a national or multi-region construction operations team within a Design-Build or self-performing GC environment
- Direct experience on USACE- or NAVFAC-administered MILCON programs, including design-build or design-bid-build delivery at the prime contractor level
- Active Secret security clearance, or eligibility and willingness to obtain one
- Background integrating innovative construction technologies or non-traditional building systems - such as modular, prefabricated, or advanced materials - into federal project delivery
- Professional certifications: PMP, CCM (Certified Construction Manager), PE, RA, or DAWIA/FAC-C (Construction) credentials
- Prior experience as a senior construction leader within a vertically integrated Design-Build organization
