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Program Summary

The Ascension Island Base Operations and Support Program ensures the seamless execution of critical mission support activities on this remote yet strategically significant location. The program provides comprehensive logistics, facilities management, and airfield operations, enabling vital global communications, defense readiness, and aerospace operations for U.S. and allied forces. With a multidisciplinary team of dedicated professionals, the program has a proven track record of operational excellence and industry compliance, maintaining infrastructure and services vital to mission success. Located in the South Atlantic Ocean, Ascension Island operations play a pivotal role in sustaining international defense and scientific endeavors.

Job Summary

The Construction Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing large-scale construction projects, ensuring they are executed in accordance with contract specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards. This role requires managing a team of technical staff, coordinating with engineering firms, and maintaining effective communication with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders. The Construction Manager ensures the successful execution of the project by supervising site conditions, initiating design changes as necessary, and ensuring that all necessary materials, testing, and progress reporting are conducted in a timely manner. This position involves regular site inspections, progress monitoring, and addressing any disputes that arise during the project. A strong background in construction management, engineering, and public/governmental project experience is required.

Please note: This position is contingent upon award.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of technical staff on large construction projects, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
• Liaise with engineering firms, providing constructability feedback and ensuring design changes are communicated effectively.
• Monitor site conditions and identify any discrepancies or necessary design changes, reporting them to the project's Registered Engineer.
• Oversee the contractor’s methods and execution to ensure compliance with the contract and that work is carried out satisfactorily.
• Manage progress reporting systems, including preparation of executive reports and the maintenance of up-to-date record drawings.
• Supervise the completion of necessary notices, permits, and approvals, ensuring all documentation is in place for the project's progress.
• Ensure materials are tested and recorded, and progress photographs are taken and maintained to document project developments.
• Address any hazardous situations on site and ensure the implementation of the company's Safety Policy.
• Resolve disputes arising from contract interpretation, ensuring future contracts and specifications are updated as needed.
• Maintain clear communication with all project stakeholders, ensuring that all necessary information is provided to contractors promptly to prevent delays.

Basic Qualifications

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a project or construction management lead role, with at least two (2) years of experience in public/governmental organization projects.
• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of overall experience in the construction or engineering field, with a typical range of 20 years of experience.
• Proven supervisory experience, including managing a team of technical staff and ensuring project execution to specification.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, safety regulations, and industry standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on large-scale public or government construction projects.
• Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP) or other relevant construction management certifications.
• Familiarity with advanced construction technologies or project management software.

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.

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

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.