Programme Director Opportunities (Defence & Nuclear)

Trinzic; London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Programme Director – Engineering to lead complex defence and nuclear engineering programmes across FEED and detailed design phases. Roles include steering governance, ensuring technical excellence, and delivering high-quality outcomes through multidisciplinary teams.

The position interfaces with senior clients and partners to shape strategic direction, manage risk, and maintain safety-focused delivery in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent professional accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of large-scale defence and nuclear engineering programmes.
• Drive programme governance, technical excellence and delivery performance across multidisciplinary teams.
• Interface with clients and partners at executive level to shape strategy and manage risk.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Programme governance

Cost management

Stakeholder management

Regulated industries

Education

Engineering degree

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Job description

Programme Director Opportunities (Defence & Nuclear)

A career at KBR can change the world — and change your life. If you’re ready, let’s get started.

The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

About the Role

Programme Director – Engineering

Locations: Glasgow, Warrington, Reading, Bristol, Plymouth

Job Type: Permanent

We are seeking experienced Programme Directors to lead the delivery of complex, large-scale defence and nuclear engineering programmes across FEED and detailed design phases.

This is a high-impact leadership role where you will drive programme governance, ensure technical excellence, and oversee delivery performance across multidisciplinary teams. Acting as a key interface with clients and partners, you will shape strategic direction, manage risk, and deliver predictable, high-quality outcomes within a structured and safety-focused environment.

About You

You are a senior engineering leader with a strong track record of delivering complex programmes in regulated or safety-critical environments. You bring strategic thinking, commercial awareness, and the ability to lead high-performing teams while managing client expectations at an executive level.

Essential Experience

• Proven leadership delivering large-scale engineering or EPC programmes.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary engineering teams and workstreams.
• Strong background in programme cost, schedule, and risk management.
• Experience in regulated or safety-critical industries (e.g. energy, nuclear, defence, infrastructure).
• Experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders and executive clients

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or equivalent professional accreditation.

Why Join KBR?

At KBR, we are driven by our shared values:

We Value Our People

We create inclusive environments where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to thrive.

We Deliver

We are trusted partners, committed to delivering innovative, high-quality, and technology-led solutions.

We Are People of Integrity

We act with honesty, courage, and accountability—always doing what’s right.

We Empower

We trust our people to take ownership, be proactive, and rise to challenges.

We Are a Team of Teams

Collaboration is at the heart of our success, enabling us to deliver excellence for our customers.

If you’re ready to lead complex engineering programmes and make a meaningful impact within a global organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

Security Requirements

SC Clearance

Due to the secure nature of this project, restrictions in relation to UK residency and nationality will apply.

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