Associate Director Military Construction & Infrastructure Strategy

• Direct development and integration of program-level master schedules, sequencing strategies, and facility delivery plans to ensure synchronization across construction, design/build, engineering, IT/AV, security, and transition-to-operations activities.

• Provide oversight and governance for program management plans, execution milestones, long-range capital forecasts, and major decision points requiring leadership approval.

• Lead strategic engagement with internal and external stakeholders—including DoW agencies, installation leadership, contracting offices, and engineering partners—to ensure alignment on infrastructure priorities and delivery strategies.

• Establish enterprise-wide methods, processes, and performance frameworks for risk analysis, schedule integrity, and capital planning, incorporating best practices in planning, forecasting, and infrastructure portfolio management.

• Mentor and guide cross-functional teams, providing executive-level coaching to elevate organizational capability in program governance, schedule reliability, and capital project strategy.

What You Will Need:

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, business, public administration, or related field

• TEN (10) or more years of experience in large-scale capital program oversight, infrastructure planning, or military construction environments—including experience advising senior executives or command leadership

• Demonstrated expertise in evaluating complex construction or infrastructure programs, including risk assessment, portfolio-level schedule analysis, and strategic planning

• Proven ability to synthesize large volumes of technical, operational, and financial data into actionable recommendations for senior leaders

• Strong communication skills, including ability to prepare and deliver executive-level briefings, strategy papers, and risk analyses

• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and navigate multifaceted stakeholder environments, including government, contractors, engineering firms, and installation personnel

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Advanced degree (MBA, MPA, MS Engineering, or related field).
• Prior DoW experience related to MILCON programming, Planning Programming Budgeting & Execution (PPBE), FAR-aligned procurement, or major installation infrastructure planning

• Experience developing or governing large capital portfolios exceeding $500M+.

• Familiarity with enterprise program management tools and scheduling methodologies for strategic assurance and portfolio oversight

• Knowledge of advanced risk analysis methods, including scenario modeling, probabilistic forecasting, or infrastructure resiliency assessments

• Experience establishing organizational standards for capital planning, program governance, or infrastructure strategy

• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in high-tempo, resource-constrained, mission-critical environments

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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