Project Construction Manager at Kbr, Inc. in Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

regulatory compliance

workforce training

technical support

construction management

document control

project scheduling

Keeping a close watch on contractual obligations and staying informed of any regulatory changes that impact facility operations
Formulating and enforcing operational and construction standards that support company objectives, contractual requirements and comply with regulatory and environmental standards
Hiring, training, and leading a competent workforce to be versatile and technically savvy
Provide technical support to site operations, guaranteeing the continuity of critical infrastructure operations, with a commitment to reliability for around-the-clock mission support
Direct the facilities' construction and maintenance at each site including but not limited to: job site document control and distribution of drawings, specifications, and all other technical documents
Communicating effectively with diverse teams, responding to questions, and solving a range of operational issues
Interpret drawings and implement specifications for job site queries
Resolves job site technical issues encountered during execution of construction projects
Directs project construction planning, safety, cost control, and scheduling activities
Orchestrating activities to align with the overarching contract requirements and to ensure smooth site operations

Requirements

project management

ts/sci

senior pm

cost estimation

lean sixsigma

construction drawings

Experience working in remote locations is desired
Ability to read construction design and equipment drawings
Demonstrated supervisory experience with excellent organizational and leadership capabilities
Demonstrated experience working in 24x7x365 operational environments requiring close coordination with mission operations
Demonstrated experience in timely proposal preparation and cost estimation
Proficient knowledge and experience in the use of project management concepts to manage items including, but not limited to project schedule, scope, cost, risk, and deliverables and related metrics
A minimum of seven (7) years of experience with construction/facility projects of similar scope, size and complexity
Possess an active TS/SCI with adjudicated CI polygraph or Host Nation TS/PV clearance.
Experience integrating project schedules
A degree in Project Management, Civil, Construction, or Architecture from an accredited university, or equivalent work experience
A minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Senior/Chief Project Manager responsible for supervising project managers, engineers and sub-contractors
Knowledge of U.S. government exercise or crisis management communities and experience planning, coordinating, and executing support to special events
Knowledge of process improvement models (e.g LEAN/Six Sigma, ISO 9000)
Experience in operations management, construction/renovation projects
Experience planning and implementing large-scale facility and logistics projects

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

active ts/sci clearance with adjudicated ci polygraph or host nation ts/pv clearance required.

Company

Overview

Founded in 1901

Century-long legacy

The company has an over-100-year history, tracing back to its origins in 1901.

S&P 400 Rank

Selective public index membership

Trades publicly on the NYSE and is part of the S&P 400 stock market index.

Multi-billion USD

Annual revenue scale

Generates annual revenues in the multi-billion dollar range across diverse markets.

Designs and builds complex facilities — from LNG plants and refineries to military bases and naval infrastructure.
Operates mission‑critical projects: NASA ISS payload operations, astronaut health research, JWST integration, space‑instrument R&D.
Offers full EPC and life‑cycle services: engineering, procurement, construction, logistics and proprietary tech licensing.
Supports defense and intelligence sectors with systems engineering, base‑operations, C5ISR, cyber, and mission planning.
Has completed landmark acquisitions (BE&K, Wyle, SGT, Centauri, Frazer‑Nash, LinQuest) to expand aerospace, gov‑tech and space capabilities.
Versatile footprint: tackling offshore oil‑&‑gas, chemical processing, sustainable energy and cutting‑edge digital transformation.

Culture + Values

We Deliver – uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high‑quality, technology‑led solutions and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
We Value Our People – creating work environments in which every member feels safe, supported, respected, trusted and valued, with opportunities to belong, connect and grow.
We Are People of Integrity – valuing honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity; doing what’s right for the planet, communities and our people.
We Are a Team of Teams – valuing collective achievements over individual, powering operational excellence as ONE KBR.
We Empower – empowering people with shared purpose, the right tools and culture, trusting them as independent decision‑makers who own their work.

Environment + Sustainability

Carbon Neutrality in 2019

Achievement

The company achieved carbon neutrality for its operations and business travel, verified by an independent third party.

Net-Zero by 2030

Target

The company aims to reach net-zero carbon emissions across operations and business travel by 2030.

AAA ESG Rating

Recognition

Received an AAA rating from MSCI for exceptional management of environmental risks in 2023.

America’s Climate Leaders

Recognition

The company was recognized by USA Today as one of America’s Climate Leaders in 2023 for reducing its carbon footprint.

Integrated sustainability into Zero Harm safety culture via 10 key Sustainability Pillars aligned with UN SDGs.
Published 2019 Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Report, measuring baseline and offsetting via wind farm and Plastic Bank credits.
Supports carbon‑recycling (e.g., engineering services for LanzaTech) and clean‑energy initiatives (e.g., UK Net Zero Innovation Portfolio and projects like Arafura rare‑earth net‑zero pathway).

Inclusion & Diversity

33% board female

Gender Diversity on Board

Increased representation of women on the board from 20% in 2019 to 33% in early 2020.

33% female leadership

Leadership Team Diversity

Expanded female representation in executive roles from 10% in 2019 to 33% in 2020.

Linked ESG achievements—such as diversity targets—to executive compensation starting in 2021.

Articles

KBR Careers

KBR LinkedIn

Role

Description

regulatory compliance

workforce training

technical support

construction management

document control

project scheduling

Keeping a close watch on contractual obligations and staying informed of any regulatory changes that impact facility operations
Formulating and enforcing operational and construction standards that support company objectives, contractual requirements and comply with regulatory and environmental standards
Hiring, training, and leading a competent workforce to be versatile and technically savvy
Provide technical support to site operations, guaranteeing the continuity of critical infrastructure operations, with a commitment to reliability for around-the-clock mission support
Direct the facilities' construction and maintenance at each site including but not limited to: job site document control and distribution of drawings, specifications, and all other technical documents
Communicating effectively with diverse teams, responding to questions, and solving a range of operational issues
Interpret drawings and implement specifications for job site queries
Resolves job site technical issues encountered during execution of construction projects
Directs project construction planning, safety, cost control, and scheduling activities
Orchestrating activities to align with the overarching contract requirements and to ensure smooth site operations

Requirements

project management

ts/sci

senior pm

cost estimation

lean sixsigma

construction drawings

Experience working in remote locations is desired
Ability to read construction design and equipment drawings
Demonstrated supervisory experience with excellent organizational and leadership capabilities
Demonstrated experience working in 24x7x365 operational environments requiring close coordination with mission operations
Demonstrated experience in timely proposal preparation and cost estimation
Proficient knowledge and experience in the use of project management concepts to manage items including, but not limited to project schedule, scope, cost, risk, and deliverables and related metrics
A minimum of seven (7) years of experience with construction/facility projects of similar scope, size and complexity
Possess an active TS/SCI with adjudicated CI polygraph or Host Nation TS/PV clearance.
Experience integrating project schedules
A degree in Project Management, Civil, Construction, or Architecture from an accredited university, or equivalent work experience
A minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Senior/Chief Project Manager responsible for supervising project managers, engineers and sub-contractors
Knowledge of U.S. government exercise or crisis management communities and experience planning, coordinating, and executing support to special events
Knowledge of process improvement models (e.g LEAN/Six Sigma, ISO 9000)
Experience in operations management, construction/renovation projects
Experience planning and implementing large-scale facility and logistics projects

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

active ts/sci clearance with adjudicated ci polygraph or host nation ts/pv clearance required.

Company

Overview

Founded in 1901

Century-long legacy

The company has an over-100-year history, tracing back to its origins in 1901.

S&P 400 Rank

Selective public index membership

Trades publicly on the NYSE and is part of the S&P 400 stock market index.

Multi-billion USD

Annual revenue scale

Generates annual revenues in the multi-billion dollar range across diverse markets.

Designs and builds complex facilities — from LNG plants and refineries to military bases and naval infrastructure.
Operates mission‑critical projects: NASA ISS payload operations, astronaut health research, JWST integration, space‑instrument R&D.
Offers full EPC and life‑cycle services: engineering, procurement, construction, logistics and proprietary tech licensing.
Supports defense and intelligence sectors with systems engineering, base‑operations, C5ISR, cyber, and mission planning.
Has completed landmark acquisitions (BE&K, Wyle, SGT, Centauri, Frazer‑Nash, LinQuest) to expand aerospace, gov‑tech and space capabilities.
Versatile footprint: tackling offshore oil‑&‑gas, chemical processing, sustainable energy and cutting‑edge digital transformation.

Culture + Values

We Deliver – uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high‑quality, technology‑led solutions and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
We Value Our People – creating work environments in which every member feels safe, supported, respected, trusted and valued, with opportunities to belong, connect and grow.
We Are People of Integrity – valuing honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity; doing what’s right for the planet, communities and our people.
We Are a Team of Teams – valuing collective achievements over individual, powering operational excellence as ONE KBR.
We Empower – empowering people with shared purpose, the right tools and culture, trusting them as independent decision‑makers who own their work.

Environment + Sustainability

Carbon Neutrality in 2019

Achievement

The company achieved carbon neutrality for its operations and business travel, verified by an independent third party.

Net-Zero by 2030

Target

The company aims to reach net-zero carbon emissions across operations and business travel by 2030.

AAA ESG Rating

Recognition

Received an AAA rating from MSCI for exceptional management of environmental risks in 2023.

America’s Climate Leaders

Recognition

The company was recognized by USA Today as one of America’s Climate Leaders in 2023 for reducing its carbon footprint.

Integrated sustainability into Zero Harm safety culture via 10 key Sustainability Pillars aligned with UN SDGs.
Published 2019 Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Report, measuring baseline and offsetting via wind farm and Plastic Bank credits.
Supports carbon‑recycling (e.g., engineering services for LanzaTech) and clean‑energy initiatives (e.g., UK Net Zero Innovation Portfolio and projects like Arafura rare‑earth net‑zero pathway).

Inclusion & Diversity

33% board female

Gender Diversity on Board

Increased representation of women on the board from 20% in 2019 to 33% in early 2020.

33% female leadership

Leadership Team Diversity

Expanded female representation in executive roles from 10% in 2019 to 33% in 2020.

Linked ESG achievements—such as diversity targets—to executive compensation starting in 2021.

Articles

KBR Careers

KBR LinkedIn