Diplomatic Facilities Project Manager

Description Markon is building a talent pool of Diplomatic Facilities Project Managers to support future Intelligence Community missions. This pipeline opportunity is intended to identify experienced professionals to oversee the planning, design, renovation, and restoration of Defense Attaché Offices and diplomatic facilities worldwide. Selected candidates will be considered for future openings requiring expertise in overseas construction management, secure facility modernization, and coordination with government agencies, engineering teams, and contractors to ensure projects meet established security requirements, schedules, and budgets. Responsibilities Manage Defense Attaché Office renovation and restoration projects from initial planning and design through construction execution and financial closeout. Coordinate with senior government leadership, U.S. Embassy personnel, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and construction contractors to execute project requirements. Collaborate with Department of State Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) and Diplomatic Security to coordinate construction schedules, approvals, and security requirements. Review architectural and engineering drawings, construction specifications, and project designs for compliance with ICD-705 and applicable Department of State security standards. Lead design reviews at the 60%, 95%, and 100% completion stages, identifying and resolving technical, construction, and security-related issues. Coordinate international construction site visits, project inspections, contractor activities, and facility assessments. Monitor project schedules, budgets, contractor performance, and construction progress while identifying risks and recommending corrective actions. Maintain project documentation, design review comments, approval records, and financial tracking using ProjNet or similar project management systems. Support Embassy construction planning, secure facility modernization, and coordination of project requirements across government stakeholders. Prepare project status reports, leadership briefings, schedules, and recommendations to support informed decision-making and successful project execution. .  Qualifications Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph required Bachelor's degree required 10+ years of experience managing complex construction, renovation, or facilities projects, including experience with U.S. Embassy facilities Experience managing construction projects throughout the full project lifecycle, including planning, design, execution, and closeout Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams, government agencies, and construction contractors Strong knowledge of construction management practices, architectural drawings, engineering specifications, and project scheduling Familiarity with U.S. Embassy operations, overseas construction requirements, and government coordination processes Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Microsoft Project Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills Experience supporting senior government leadership and coordinating across multiple organizations Ability to travel internationally, including to locations within the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) area of responsibility, approximately one week per month Desired:   Experience applying ICD-705 and Department of State Overseas Security Policy Board (OSPB) standards Experience supporting Defense Attaché Office renovations, secure facility construction, or overseas diplomatic facilities projects Experience with secure shipping requirements and renovation of existing facilities Experience using Dr. Checks, ProjNet, or similar design review and project tracking applications Project Management Professional (PMP) certification Experience coordinating with Department of State OBO, Diplomatic Security, USACE, or other federal construction stakeholders Experience supporting complex overseas construction projects in secure or mission-critical environments Salary Range USD $130,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. Overview Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions. At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work. 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