Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) Manager

KBR; Calgary; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) is seeking an experienced Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) Manager to lead the development, implementation, and execution of AWP and Workforce Planning strategies on large industrial projects.

This role serves as a key integrator across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project controls to maximize productivity and ensure safe, predictable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or related technical discipline; equivalent construction experience may substitute for degree.
• Minimum 10 years of experience on major industrial construction projects.
• Minimum 5 years direct experience implementing and managing AWP programs on large capital projects.
• Experience on LNG, petrochemical, refinery, gas processing, power, mining or similar large projects.
• Strong knowledge of AWP, WFP, CWPs, IWPs, POC, construction readiness, and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and governance of the project’s AWP strategy.
• Develop and maintain WBS, POC, CWAs, and IWPs.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, quality, commissioning, and project controls teams.
• Establish and manage EWPs, PWPs, CWPs, IWPs, and turnover packages.
• Ensure deliverables are sequenced for construction readiness.
• Lead Workforce Planning to improve labor productivity.
• Monitor readiness, material availability, and constraints management.
• Facilitate readiness reviews and package status meetings.
• Collaborate with project controls to align packages with schedules.
• Develop AWP performance metrics and readiness dashboards.
• Train personnel and promote continuous improvement.

Skills

AWP

WFP

Project controls

Scheduling

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Power BI

InEight

Hexagon

Job description

Title:

Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) Manager

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

KBR is seeking an experienced Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) Manager to lead the development, implementation, and execution of Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) and Workforce Planning (WFP) strategies on large industrial projects. This role serves as a key integrator across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project controls, ensuring work is effectively planned, sequenced, and executed to maximize productivity, improve schedule performance, and deliver safe, predictable project outcomes. The successful candidate will drive alignment among project stakeholders, champion AWP best practices, and provide leadership to optimize project execution throughout the full project lifecycle.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Lead the implementation and governance of the project’s Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) strategy.
• Develop and maintain the overall Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Path of Construction (POC), Construction Work Areas (CWAs), and Installation Work Packages (IWPs).
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, quality, commissioning, and project controls teams to ensure alignment with AWP objectives.
• Establish and manage:
  • Engineering Work Packages (EWPs)
  • Procurement Work Packages (PWPs)
  • Construction Work Packages (CWPs)
  • Installation Work Packages (IWPs)
  • System and subsystem turnover packages
• Ensure engineering and procurement deliverables are sequenced to support construction readiness and field execution requirements.
• Lead Workforce Planning activities to improve labor productivity and minimize field disruptions.
• Monitor construction readiness, material availability, engineering completion, and constraints management.
• Facilitate regular readiness reviews and package status meetings with project stakeholders.
• Collaborate with project controls to align package development with project schedules and forecasting tools.
• Develop and track AWP performance metrics, productivity indicators, and readiness dashboards.
• Identify risks and constraints impacting package execution and implement mitigation plans.
• Support modularization, heavy lift planning, commissioning readiness, and system turnover strategies.
• Train project personnel and contractors on AWP methodologies, standards, and best practices.
• Promote continuous improvement and lessons-learned initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related technical discipline; however equivalent construction experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 10 years of experience supporting major industrial construction projects.
• Minimum 5 years of direct experience implementing and managing Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) programs on large capital projects.
• Demonstrated experience on LNG, petrochemical, refinery, gas processing, power generation, mining, or other large industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Advanced Work Packaging (AWP)
  • Workforce Planning (WFP)
  • Construction Work Packages (CWPs)
  • Installation Work Packages (IWPs)
  • Path of Construction (POC)
  • Construction readiness processes
  • Constraint management
  • Project controls and scheduling
  • Mechanical completion and turnover planning
• Experience working within EPC, EPCM, or owner-led project environments.
• Strong understanding of engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning workflows.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and influence project execution strategies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, analytical, and organizational skills.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Direct SAGD project experience strongly preferred.
• AWP Professional Certification (AWP Certification Institute or equivalent) preferred.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6, Power BI, InEight, Hexagon, Smart Construction, or other project execution and AWP software platforms.
• Experience with modular construction, fabrication yards, and global procurement programs.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Experience supporting projects exceeding $1 billion in total installed cost.

Decarbonization – Energy Transition – Sustainability

KBR Benefits

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.