Project Controls Manager

KBR Careers; Newark (DE); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

Paid time off

Professional training and development

Job summary

KBR Careers is seeking a Project Controls Manager in Newark, DE. This role requires managing the performance of the project controls discipline while leading a team of specialists. Candidates should have 10+ years of EPC experience and strong skills in cost control and scheduling.

The offered position includes a flexible work schedule and comes with competitive lifestyle benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of EPC project controls experience in energy, chemicals, or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of front-end loading (FEL) and detailed engineering phases.
• Experience with schedule risk assessments and benchmarking.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a team of project controls specialists.
• Lead cost control, scheduling, and risk management across capital projects.
• Evaluate project performance and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

EPC project controls experience

Earned value management

Cost forecasting

Excel skills

Communication abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration

Tools

P6

SAP PS

EcoSys

MS Power BI

Job description

Title

Project Controls Manager

Company Overview

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value‑added solutions across the entire asset life cycle, including 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.

Job Summary

As Manager, Project Controls, you will be accountable for the performance of the project controls discipline or a sub‑group within the project controls organization. You will manage the delivery of functional objectives by providing leadership and direction to team members, participating in the development of the execution strategy, and implementing procedures for cost control, change management, project performance measurement, scheduling, and risk controls.

Location

Newark, DE office with flexible work arrangements, including a hybrid schedule and occasional remote work. Domestic travel to client sites and other KBR offices may be required as needed.

Functional Responsibilities

• Manage, develop, and mentor a team of skilled mid‑level and junior project controls specialists.
• Lead cost control, scheduling, change management, risk management, and performance measurement across a portfolio of capital projects.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align project controls with engineering, procurement, and construction processes.
• Evaluate project performance and proactively recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with KBR’s project controls procedures and client‑specific requirements.
• Evaluate project contractual terms and ensure that the project controls processes align with any project specific commercial requirements.
• Conduct readiness reviews, quality audits, and interactive planning sessions.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration.
• 10+ years of EPC project controls experience in energy, chemicals, or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of front‑end loading (FEL) and detailed engineering phases.
• Proficiency in earned value management, cost forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Experience with P6 scheduling and interactive planning.
• Advanced Excel skills and excellent communication abilities.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with SAP PS, EcoSys, and MS Power BI.
• Experience with schedule risk assessments, benchmarking, and advanced work packaging.
• Knowledge of project cost estimating and financial performance metrics.
• Understanding of AACE (Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering) recommended practices and their application in project controls.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401(k) 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.

EEO Statement

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.