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About the Role
To lead and manage all on‑ground activities for a DOD project at Diego Garcia Island, ensuring compliance with U.S. Department of Defense standards, safety protocols, and contractual requirements while delivering the project within timelines and budgets.
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Overview
To lead and manage all on‑ground activities for a DOD project at Diego Garcia Island, ensuring compliance with U.S.
Department
of Defense standards, safety protocols, and contractual requirements while delivering the project within timelines and budgets.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee site operations in alignment with DOD project guidelines.
- Ensure compliance with federal, defense, and security protocols applicable to the project site.
- Coordinate with defense contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
- Maintain strict adherence to safety, environmental, and quality regulations required for DOD work.
- Conduct daily site inspections to monitor progress and mitigate risks.
- Manage remote‑site logistics, materials procurement, mobilization, and inventory control.
- Prepare and submit structured reports as per DOD documentation standards.
- Lead on‑site meetings and maintain communication with project leadership and DOD representatives.
- Resolve technical or operational challenges in coordination with engineering teams.
- Maintain detailed documentation of all site activities, variations, approvals, and compliance checks.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
- 10+ years of site/project management experience; **experience with DOD, military, or federal projects preferred.**
- Strong understanding of construction operations, drawings, and technical specifications.
- Prior experience working in high‑security or remote locations is an advantage.
Application Question(s)
- Are you willing to relocate and work without your family in Diego Garcia Island?
- What is your salary expectations?
- Do you have experience working on Federal or Department of Defense (DOD)?
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