OBAYASHI CORPORATION is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations for U.S. military construction projects across Guam and surrounding regions.

As a global leader in construction, Obayashi delivers high-quality, technically complex projects including heavy civil works, site development, utilities installation, wharf improvements, and commercial/industrial buildings.

This role is critical in ensuring operational excellence across cost, schedule, safety, and quality. You will partner closely with project teams, joint venture partners, and senior leadership to drive performance, resolve challenges, and support strategic decision-making. This role will be based in Guam, require on-site presence, and report to the President of Guam Operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project financial performance, including budget oversight, cost tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Monitor and drive construction schedules and progress, developing and implementing recovery plans as needed
• Oversee safety performance management by consolidating site data, reviewing incident reports, and ensuring timely corrective actions and leadership communication
• Identify and address design changes, technical challenges, and quality risks, partnering with QC teams to implement compliant solutions
• Coordinate closely with JV partners, subcontractors, suppliers, and field teams to ensure alignment on resource planning, sequencing, and scope delivery
• Conduct regular site visits and field observations to verify work progress, productivity, and adherence to safety and quality standards
• Prepare and consolidate operational reporting (cost, schedule, safety, quality, and risk) to support executive decision-making
• Build and maintain strong partner relationships, contributing to future pursuits and recommending JV strategies and team structures
• Lead team performance management, including coaching, training, and development to drive accountability and continuous improvement

Education & Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• 15+ years of experience in construction operations or project management, including 10+ years in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, cost control, safety, and quality management
• Proven ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Experience managing and coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and field teams in active construction environments
• Proficiency with construction scheduling/reporting tools and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record (or minimum 5 years of safe driving history for international candidates)
• Ability to pass background checks required for access to U.S. military facilities
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications/Skills

• Experience working on U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) projects (e.g., NAVFAC, USACE)

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship. Relocation assistance to Guam is available for qualified candidates.

Benefits:  

Obayashi Offers Competitive Market Salaries and Benefits Packages, including: 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
• Life Insurance   
• Disability Insurance 
• 401K Matching
• Paid Time Off /Holiday Pay/ Sick Leaves
• and more

Employee benefits are 100% covered by Obayashi, and family coverage is covered at 80%. 

About Obayashi   

Obayashi Corporation has delivered quality solutions to infrastructure challenges across the globe for more than 130 years. Founded in 1892, Obayashi is the largest Japanese Contractor and the fourth-largest International Contractor conducting business in the United States. Obayashi has been operating and completing projects in the United States since 1979. Obayashi provides a full range of general contractor services in both public works and private sectors including: office buildings, residences, tunnels, highways, rail systems, bridges, artificial islands, airports and nuclear power plants. Other services include urban planning and architecture, real estate and property development, environmental, and waste services. The North American Operations consolidated revenue is over $3 billion in the United States and Canada.

Equal Opportunity Employer   

Obayashi Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. The Company is committed to compliance with all applicable laws, providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors and coworkers.

To comply with applicable laws ensuring equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, the Company will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant or an employee unless undue hardship would result. If you need accommodation to complete the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department by either visiting Obayashi Corporation at 950 Tower Lane, Ste 800, Foster City, CA 94404 or call (650) 952-4910.