Sr. Program Management Specialist (Deputy Project Manager)

Sr. Program Management Specialist (Deputy Project Manager)

KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country's most critical role protecting our national security.

KBR is seeking an experienced Sr. Program Management Specialist (or Deputy Project Manager) to provide leadership and oversight for a high-visibility project requiring a TS/SCI clearance. This role functions as a Sr. Program Management Specialist coordinating project tasks with a Control Account Manager, managing budgets, and leading project-level management meetings. The selected candidate will ensure seamless project execution and alignment with customer objectives.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR's work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site Full-Time (Washington, DC)
• Travel Requirements: Up to 20% Minimal
• Working Hours: 1st Shift

Basic Compensation: $110,000 to $164,000 annually

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, as well as internal parity considerations.

Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate project requirements and monitor overall performance of the assigned section.
• Maintain close liaison with technical and support personnel to ensure effective communication and issue resolution.
• Lead project management-level meetings, providing updates on schedule, budget, and performance.
• Manage budgets, track expenditures, and coordinate with a Control Account Manager to ensure cost and schedule objectives are met.
• Direct normal operational and administrative activities, recommending improvements in operational processes.
• Provide work assignments, establish schedules, and ensure resources are aligned to meet project objectives.
• Implement and enforce plans, policies, and procedures to meet corporate and customer requirements.
• Ensure personnel receive appropriate training and professional development.
• Provide leadership, direction, and discipline to team members.
• Prepare and deliver project status reports and presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support mission success.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, 8+ years of directly related experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to foster collaboration across diverse teams.

Preferred:

• Active Secret clearance.
• Masters degree in a relative discipline to Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

Why Join KBR

At KBR, you will be part of a global team of professionals dedicated to delivering mission-critical solutions. We value innovation, integrity, and the professional growth of our employees while supporting critical national security objectives.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR. At 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.