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Sr. Project Manager, Power & Data Centers

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Professional Engineer LicenseBachelor's degree

Job overview

KBR seeks a Senior Project Manager to independently lead large, complex EPC projects, typically with a TIC value up to $500 million or more. The role is accountable for project execution, financial performance, client satisfaction, budget, and schedule. The ideal candidate has a strong background in power plant and data center engineering, construction management, and project execution.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Power Plant EngineeringData Center EngineeringConstruction ManagementProject ExecutionLarge-Scale Project LeadershipEnergy InfrastructureElectrical SystemsRenewablesGrid ModernizationGuaranteed Maximum Price ProjectsLump Sum ProjectsEPC ProjectsPower Plant StandardsContract ManagementFIDIC Contracts

Qualifications

12+ Years Related ExperienceUndergraduate Engineering DegreeProfessional Engineer LicenseSenior Project Management Experience

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Houston, Texas

Full time

R2129234

Title:

Sr. Project Manager, Power & Data Centers

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

KBR is looking for a Sr. Project Manager who will, with general autonomy, manage large and complex EPC projects having a TIC value, typically, of up to $500 million+. This job role is independently accountable for a large staff or support arm of the organization or a single profit/loss or revenue center, major product line, or support function. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Power Plant and Data Center engineering, construction management, and project execution.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

  • Assures safe project execution to the client's satisfaction, consistent with cost, schedule and contractual requirements while maintaining bottom line responsibility for financial success.

  • Delivers expected results for financial, HSE, client satisfaction, budget and schedule performance.

  • Serves as prime point of contact between the client and company.

  • Assures the project execution is in accordance with policies, procedures, systems, and requirements approved by the company.

  • Manages and coordinates activities of all project personnel by direct supervision, through subordinates or through joint ventures, alliances, etc. In the proposal phase, works closely with Sales to evaluate and interpret requirements. May serve as a proposal manager.

  • Defines precise scope of work and identify changes between the original proposal and final contractual agreement.

  • Negotiates changes with the client.

  • Plans the project execution and revises the plan as necessary and assures adherence to the plan.

  • Keeps the client and company advised of project status.

  • Leads the project management team and is responsible for the successful completion of the project. Abides by our business ethics.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Minimum of 12 years of experience in related projects with an average of 15+ years which includes several years of Senior Project Management level experience.

  • Previous experience leading complex, large-scale Data Center and Power Projects with a focus on large-scale energy infrastructure, electrical systems, renewables, and grid modernization.

  • Skills typically required through the completion of an undergraduate degree in Engineering and possession of a P.E

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

  • Experience in Guaranteed Max Price, Lump Sum and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects.

  • Familiarity with national & international power plant standards (ISO, ASME, API, IEC, IEEE, OSHA, etc.).

  • Knowledge of contract management and FIDIC contracts.

Decarbonization – Energy Transition – Sustainability

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Click here to learn more: KBR Benefits (https://careers.kbr.com/us/en/kbr-benefits)

We Deliver – Together.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values:

  • We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.

  • We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.

  • We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business.

  • We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed.

  • We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company.

We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries.

At KBR, We Deliver.

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