Travelling Project Manager-Military Construction

Kimmel & Associates Inc.

$110K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
  • 12+ years in construction, with 5 years as a Project Manager on projects over $50M.
  • Experience with DOD, USACE, or NAVFAC.
  • Proven track record managing large multidisciplinary teams.
  • In-depth knowledge of heavy civil construction and federal requirements.
  • Preferred advanced degree (MBA/MS) or certifications (PMP, PE).
  • Fluency in English with strong Microsoft Office skills; Primavera P6 knowledge is a plus.
  • Must pass security and background checks; travel to Australia required.

Responsibilities

  • Manage client relationships, balancing company interests.
  • Oversee design, engineering, construction, safety, and scheduling functions.
  • Handle project financial activities, including invoicing and payments.
  • Negotiate and execute contracts with subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Lead weekly and monthly project meetings with stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with contractual and administrative deadlines.
  • Identify and secure necessary project resources.
  • Maintain consistent communication across the project team.
  • Support successful delivery through all project phases, including warranty and closeout.
  • Complete additional tasks as assigned by the Project Executive.

Benefits

  • Lead a $50M+ military construction project.
  • Gain international project experience while based in the U.S.
  • Collaborate with a seasoned Project Executive and leadership team.
  • Take on significant responsibilities across all project aspects.
  • Work on major federal/DOD infrastructure projects.
  • Opportunities for career advancement in a specialized federal services organization.
Full Job Description
The company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a major project in Darwin, Australia and play a key role in delivering large-scale infrastructure work for a federal client.

About the Position

The Project Manager will oversee one of three major projects and manage day-to-day execution through all phases of the project lifecycle, including startup, design and engineering, construction, change management, commissioning, closeout, and warranty.

Reporting to the Project Executive, the PM will serve as a key point of contact for the client and internal/external stakeholders while leading a large, multidisciplinary project team.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Manage client relationships while protecting company interests.
  • Oversee design, engineering, construction, safety, quality, and scheduling functions.
  • Manage project financial activities, including accounts receivable and payable.
  • Negotiate and execute contracts and purchase orders with subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Lead weekly and monthly project meetings with project stakeholders.
  • Ensure contractual and administrative requirements are completed accurately and on schedule.
  • Identify and secure resources necessary for successful project execution.
  • Maintain clear and consistent communication across the project team.
  • Support successful project delivery through commissioning, closeout, and warranty.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as directed by the Project Executive or Division President.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field required.
  • 12+ years of total construction experience, including at least 5 years as a Project Manager on heavy civil infrastructure projects valued at $50M+.
  • DOD, USACE, or NAVFAC experience required.
  • Experience managing large, multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Strong understanding of heavy civil construction and federal project requirements.
  • Advanced degree (MBA/MS) or professional certification/registration such as PMP or PE preferred.
  • Fluent English communication skills required.
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office; Primavera P6 experience preferred.
  • Ability to successfully pass required background and security checks.
  • Willingness and ability to travel approximately 50% to Darwin, Australia.

Benefits
  • Opportunity to lead a $50M+ military construction project.
  • U.S.-based position with international project exposure.
  • Work alongside an experienced Project Executive and multidisciplinary leadership team.
  • Significant responsibility across project execution, client management, contracts, financials, and operations.
  • Exposure to major federal/DOD infrastructure work.
  • Career growth within a specialized federal services organization.

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