Federal Construction Project Manager - Japan

Tokyo or Okinawa, JapanFull-timePosted Oct 10, 2026

Job description

This Japanese, Tokyo based, general contractor specializes in federal, military, and civil construction projects primarily working on U.S. Government facilities in Japan. A uniquely positioned company they are experiencing rapid growth and recruiting English-speaking foreign nationals for projects in Japan. These projects include government buildings, civil, marine, and federal infrastructure.

We are recruiting an ambitious Project Manager. Someone who can confidently manage estimating, bidding, and procurement as well as project delivery. This is a unique and rare chance to gain an international cultural experience whilst working on a major projects 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 Japan
  • THESE ARE NOT REMOTE
  • You must have gained commercial, federal, civil, or mechanical construction experience
  • You must have a Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or Architectural Degree or at least 10 years of industry experience.
  • You will need to be able to relocate by January 2027
  • This role may be based in either Tokyo or Okinawa 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.

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