Civil Engineer

Employment; Bahrain; On-site; BHD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

KBR is seeking an experienced civil engineer to design and oversee infrastructure solutions that support critical missions for U.S. government customers in Bahrain and across the region.

You will apply engineering best practices, lead field investigations, review drawings, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, resilient facilities.

Required: BA/BS in civil engineering, 15+ years’ experience, PE license, U.S. citizenship and an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in civil engineering required.
• 15+ years of civil engineering experience.
• US citizenship and an active U.S. Secret security clearance required.
• PE license issued by a U.S. state in civil engineering.
• Experience supporting public works or U.S. Government facility projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Studies, designs, specs, and services transportation systems, bridges, infrastructure, drainage, utilities, hydrology, water resources, tunnels and geotechnical design.
• Performs field investigations, engineering analyses, calculations, and develops statements of work, plans and specs.
• Reviews drawings and provides construction support to ensure compliance with plans and specs.
• Applies engineering principles and communicates complex issues to clients and teams.
• Functions as a technical specialist with authoritative recommendations on broad programs.
• Oversees coordination with multidisciplinary teams and contractors to deliver safe, compliant projects.

Skills

Civil engineering

Engineering design

Technical communication

Project coordination

Education

BA/BS in civil engineering

Job description

KBR's Readiness and Sustainment (R&S) division is the team behind the mission®. We deliver mission critical services to the U.S. military and coalition partners around the world. Our key capabilities include base operations; contingency and expeditionary support; next generation asset management; digitally focused logistics; prepositioned stock; and integrated supply chain management.

KBR provides contingency base operations, stabilization, and infrastructure support services under Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain, UAE, Oman, and related task orders.

Job summary

KBR is seeking an experienced civil engineer with a passion for designing and implementing infrastructure solutions that support critical missions for our customers. With a strong foundation in engineering principles and a commitment to innovation, you excel at planning, designing, and overseeing projects that are resilient, efficient, and sustainable. You are skilled in applying engineering best practices to complex challenges, ensuring every structure meets rigorous safety and operational standards.

Roles and responsibilities

• Studies, designs, specs, and services transportation systems (i.e., road, rail, airport, seaport), bridges, infrastructure, drainage, underground utilities, hydrology/hydraulics, water treatment and distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, water resources and raw water supply, tunnels, geotechnical design, and other civil engineering works.
• Provides engineering services including performing field investigations and inspections, engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations, design and development of statements of work, plans and specifications, as well as writing, preparation, and review of engineering reports.
• Reviews drawings and provides construction support to assure compliance with plans and specifications. Researches and resolves design and construction problems.
• Applies sound engineering principles, communicating complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams.
• Functions as a technical specialist who makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative and have a far-reaching impact on extensive engineering and related activities.
• Negotiates critical and controversial issues with top-level engineers and officers of other organizations and companies.
• Performs advisory and consulting work for the organization as a recognized authority for broad program areas or in an intensely specialized area.
• Oversees and supports a multidisciplinary Damage Assessment Team (DAT) consisting of licensed trades (plumber, electrician, HVAC technician, etc.).
• Oversees facility inspections and assessments being performed by KBR and subcontractors.
• Conducts technical evaluations of vendor quotations.
• Is responsible for ensuring that all projects are completed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Ensures compliance with U.S. military standards, applicable codes, and contract requirements.
• Must be a US citizen.
• Must have an active US Secret security clearance.
• Must have a minimum of a BA/BS degree in civil engineering.
• Minimum 15 years of civil engineering work experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license issued by a US state in civil engineering.
• Experience supporting public works or US Government facility projects.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience supporting DoS/DoD-related programs, international programs, or field-based monitoring contracts.
• Familiarity with digital data collection tools and field-based inspection/monitoring methodologies.
• Experience building dashboards, visualizations, and performance reporting packages for customers and leadership.

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.

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 teams’ 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.