Capture Manager - Deployable ICT at Kbr, Inc. in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

team leadership

compliance management

proposal development

stakeholder engagement

strategy development

Lead multi-disciplinary teams – guide subject matter experts, engineers, commercial, finance, and business development professionals through all phases of the capture process.
Ensure compliance and integrity – manage risks, uphold governance, and ensure adherence to all internal and client requirements.
Drive proposal excellence – work closely with our Proposal Management team to oversee the development of compliant, persuasive, and customer-focused proposals.
Engage stakeholders – foster strong relationships with internal and external partners, customers, and industry collaborators to strengthen KBR’s market position.
Develop and execute winning strategies – create compelling value propositions, competitive intelligence portfolios, and teaming approaches to maximise our probability of success.

Requirements

project management

acquisition

leadership

capture management

nv1 clearance

communication

Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Experience managing complex projects and budgets.
A solid understanding of Defence/Government acquisition processes and capability development principles.
Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire cross-functional collaboration.
Familiarity with proposal writing and development processes.
Demonstrated success in developing and executing capture strategies.
Australian citizenship and the ability to hold (or a history of holding) a minimum NV1 security clearance.
Proven experience in capture management, bid management, or business development within the Australian Defence industry.

Benefits

Discounted employee stock purchase plans
A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
Corporate rewards
Income protection
Flexible working conditions
Paid Reservist leave
Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
Paid Parental leave
Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts
Salary packaging/Novated leasing

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

shortlisting occurs as applications are received
shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a psychometric assessment

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must be eligible to hold an agsva security clearance (minimum nv1)
compliance with international traffic in arms regulations (itar) is 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

team leadership

compliance management

proposal development

stakeholder engagement

strategy development

Lead multi-disciplinary teams – guide subject matter experts, engineers, commercial, finance, and business development professionals through all phases of the capture process.
Ensure compliance and integrity – manage risks, uphold governance, and ensure adherence to all internal and client requirements.
Drive proposal excellence – work closely with our Proposal Management team to oversee the development of compliant, persuasive, and customer-focused proposals.
Engage stakeholders – foster strong relationships with internal and external partners, customers, and industry collaborators to strengthen KBR’s market position.
Develop and execute winning strategies – create compelling value propositions, competitive intelligence portfolios, and teaming approaches to maximise our probability of success.

Requirements

project management

acquisition

leadership

capture management

nv1 clearance

communication

Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Experience managing complex projects and budgets.
A solid understanding of Defence/Government acquisition processes and capability development principles.
Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire cross-functional collaboration.
Familiarity with proposal writing and development processes.
Demonstrated success in developing and executing capture strategies.
Australian citizenship and the ability to hold (or a history of holding) a minimum NV1 security clearance.
Proven experience in capture management, bid management, or business development within the Australian Defence industry.

Benefits

Discounted employee stock purchase plans
A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
Corporate rewards
Income protection
Flexible working conditions
Paid Reservist leave
Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
Paid Parental leave
Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts
Salary packaging/Novated leasing

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

shortlisting occurs as applications are received
shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a psychometric assessment

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must be eligible to hold an agsva security clearance (minimum nv1)
compliance with international traffic in arms regulations (itar) is 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