Border Infrastructure Program Director (Federal)

Grunley Construction Company Inc; Eagle Pass (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Grunley Construction seeks a Program Director to lead pursuit and execution of CBP program work, building a strong local subcontractor network and coordinating with CBP/DHS officials. The role emphasizes strategic negotiations, remote project oversight, and effective collaboration across regions.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management, 10+ years in construction leadership with federal contracting experience, and knowledge of FAR.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related fields.
• Minimum 10+ years of construction leadership, including federal contracting experience.
• Direct experience with CBP, DHS, GSA, or other federal agencies delivering infrastructure in remote or border-region environments.
• Demonstrated success managing work primarily through subcontractors/local partners rather than self- performing.
• Strong track record negotiating both government contracts and subcontractor agreements.
• Working knowledge of FAR and federal government construction contracting requirements.
• Spanish language proficiency (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead Grunley's pursuit and execution of work under the CBP program.
• Build and manage a network of local specialty and general subs acting as super subs.
• Direct pricing and proposal processes for competed task orders; negotiate final terms.
• Oversee delivery of awarded projects across a wide and often remote geography.
• Report to the President and coordinate with leadership on strategy and execution.

Skills

Relationship building

Subcontractor management

Negotiation

Federal contracting knowledge

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Grunley Construction seeks a Program Director to lead pursuit and execution of CBP program work, building a strong local subcontractor network and coordinating with CBP/DHS officials. The role emphasizes strategic negotiations, remote project oversight, and effective collaboration across regions.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management, 10+ years in construction leadership with federal contracting experience, and knowledge of FAR.