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Mechanical Project Manager - Japan

Preston Recruitment Group Okinawa, Japan · ¥15M–¥20M/yr

Executive Search Services · 2-10 employees

project-manager Principal (10+ yrs) Full-time Visa sponsorship Japan
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About the role

Manage mechanical construction projects for U.S. government facilities in Japan, ensuring compliance with U.S. standards. Oversee project execution, coordination, and delivery within a general contractor environment.

What they look for

Mechanical project management Construction management Project planning Engineering Contractor management Federal project compliance U.S. government standards Budgeting Scheduling Team leadership

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Mechanical Engineering degree or possess 10+ years of industry experience. Applicants must be eligible for a Japanese visa, pass a comprehensive background check, and commit to a minimum 3-year relocation.

Benefits

Health insurance Pension Tax system enrollment Visa sponsorship

Full description

This Japanese, Tokyo based, general contractor specializes in federal, military, and civil construction projects primarily working on U.S. Government owned facilities in Japan.

A uniquely positioned company they are experiencing rapid growth and recruiting English-speaking foreign nationals to be based on projects in Japan.

These projects include civil, marine, commercial, and federal projects with key employment opportunities for Mechanical Project Managers.

These are unique and rare opportunities 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 mechanical project experience with either a contractor or engineering firm

- You must have a Mechanical Engineering Degree or 10+ years of industry experience

- You will need to be able to relocate and commence employment between January and September 2027, and within 16 weeks of an employment offer

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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