Lead Project Manager

KBR

Kirtland AFB, NM

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Air Force, Budget Management, Budgeting, Calibration, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Contract Creation, Contract Management, DoD Secret Clearance, DoD Top Secret Clearance, Educational Testing, Explosives, Government, Government Contracts, Government Requirements, Instrumentation, People Management, Performance Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Program Planning, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project/Program Management, Research & Development (R&D), Resource Management, Safety Standards, Security Clearance, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Top Secret Clearance, United States Citizen, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Kirtland AFB, NM
POSTED
2 days ago
Title: Lead Project Manager BELONG. CONNECT. GROW. with KBR. Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely by supporting the science that informs decision makers and protects Earth. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely. KBR is seeking a Lead Project Manager to manage a government contract consisting of 23 personnel and two operating locations in support of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency at Kirtland Airforce Base. The Lead Project Manager will also perform taskings under instrumentation operations approximately 50% of the time while performing contract and resource management the other 50% of the time. The Project Manager will report directly to KBR Sr Program Management and perform as the KBR Lead to the DTRA instrumentation group providing support of R&D projects and operations for CBRNE testing. Candidate will have a broad knowledge of instrumentation used for CBRNE testing, understanding of project management under DoD government contracts, and extensive personnel and resource management to include leading a team of engineers, technicians, and scientists. ***Must be a U.S. Citizen*** This position requires DoD SECRET Security Clearance. Candidate must have the ability to obtain and possess this clearance **Up to 25% travel possible** Typical duties include: + All tasks and duties will be co-led with current technical manager on contract. + Responsible for project management of the Instrumentation and R&D operations of this contract. + Organizes project and task workloads and selects individuals most qualified for assignments on specific projects. + Acts as primary liaison between Operations, R&D, and other functional groups and resolves any issues regarding program planning. + Responsible for the employment, training, motivation and discipline of assigned employees. + Establishes and maintains contract budget. + Directly manages exempt and nonexempt level employees and managers. + Lead instrumentation planning, calibration, fielding, and testing with technical manager. + Oversees all program operations related to Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and high Explosives (CBRNE) instrumentation fielding in support of Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) testing + Develops and delivers contract performance reports and presentations to the DTRA customer to include CDRLs, CPAR self-assessments, and Program Management Reviews. + Establish standard operating procedures for safety and environment protocols on government facilities. Required Education, Experience, & Skills: + Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, computer science or related field + 10 years of experience in technical program planning and implementation, contract interpretation budget development and administration of government projects + In lieu of formal education 18 + years of experience in technical program planning and implementation, contract interpretation budget development and administration of government projects + Strong presentation development and presentation skills (weekly presentations to customers) + Demonstrated Project Management experience with Dept of War contracts + Strong communications skills Preferred Skills and Abilities: + Master’s Degree in engineering, computer science or related field + Active Department of Defense Secret or Top Secret clearance + Project Management Professional (PMP) certification + Extensive knowledge in CBRNE instrumentation technology and methodologies + Extensive experience with fielding instrumentation and associated data acquisition in support of small to large scale government tests Equivalent education and/or experience will be considered. 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?) KBR partners with several other companies to fulfill its requirements as a government contractor. The selected subcontracting companies align their benefits as closely as possible to those above. #LI-EM2 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.

About the Company

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When you become part of the When you become part of the KBR team, your opportunities are endless. As a leading global technology, engineering, procurement and construction company serving the hydrocarbons and government services industries. For decades it has been the company that customers turn to for their most challenging assignments.

With operations in 40 countries, KBR has more than 25,000 people delivering services to customers in over 70 countries. Together they represent an unmatched reservoir of talent and experience in a wide range of markets.

Whatever the assignment, no matter how complex or demanding, KBR can marshal resources across every product line to respond quickly and effectively to changing markets and customer needs.

Whether it's providing the technology and consulting know-how to develop our customers' valuable assets; designing and constructing the infrastructure and facilities to develop energy resources in some of the world's more remote and challenging locations; providing support and services for men and women of their countries' armed forces; or navigating the intricacies of undertaking major projects in geopolitically or culturally sensitive environments, our clients depend on KBR because they know that We Deliver.

Join us and you'll be part of a dynamic, elite team of professionals who understand what it takes to get a job done and has the experience, knowledge and determination to succeed.”

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Construction - Industrial Facilities and Infrastructure
FOUNDED
1998
WEBSITE
https://www.kbr.com/en