Provides engineering, procurement, construction and technology solutions to government and industry worldwide.
Directs planning, cost, risk, and document control for large Abu Dhabi project portfolio.
8 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Office Full-Time
Company Size
38,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Construction services
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Science
Technology
Engineering
Sustainability
Space Systems
Military Aircraft
Energy Industry
Government Solutions
Role
Description
reporting
programme management
risk management
stakeholder coordination
change control
budget management
Prepare and present regular reports on progress, risks, commercial status, and key challenges to senior management and the client.
Lead and manage planning, execution, and delivery of the project portfolio.
Prepare and maintain the Master Programme, incorporating client requirements for delivery, staging, completion, and contractual deadlines.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to support project success.
Implement processes for scope change communication and control in line with contract terms.
Oversee development and implementation of project plans, schedules, and budgets.
Ensure all contracted parties submit required programmes (design, procurement, construction, look-ahead, recovery/mitigation) and review for compliance with the Master Programme and employer specifications.
Ensure effective risk management strategies are in place to mitigate potential issues.
Coordinate with stakeholders—clients, consultants, contractors, vendors, and authorities—to ensure compliance and alignment with project objectives.
Mentor and guide team members, promoting professional development and knowledge sharing.
Provide leadership to project teams, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Assess feasibility and impact of potential changes; promptly notify the employer of changes likely to result in variation orders.
Monitor progress and performance; implement corrective actions to address deviations.
Requirements
mrics
mciob
bsc
primavera
cpm
risk management
Professional memberships and charterships required MRICS or MCIOB required
Minimum overall experience 25 years
BSc construction management, engineering, architecture or equivalent experience.
Excellent knowledge of CPM networks, resource and cost loading and risk management techniques
Fluency in English language both written and spoken, Arabic speaking advantageous.
Excellent report writing skills and experienced user of MS Office and Primavera
Strong customer focus
Proven experience in a similar role on programmes with a similar scope.
HSE awareness.
Minimum 5 years of Middle East work experience
Ability to effectively monitor and analyse progress, cost, and risks, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions
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.