Project Manager

KBR, Inc.; Beaver Creek (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives supporting strategic objectives, government programs, and technology development. The ideal candidate will manage projects through full lifecycle, coordinating schedules, budgets, risks, and deliverables.

Preference will be given to candidates with NSIC/DoW experience and defense technology exposure. Travel up to 10–20% is expected. The role demands strong communication and leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent.
• 5+ years of project management experience.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of assigned projects.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource forecasts.
• Coordinate activities across engineering, operations, finance, contracts, and leadership.
• Track milestones, risks, dependencies, and action items.
• Facilitate status meetings and prepare executive reporting.
• Manage customer and stakeholder communications throughout the lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with contracts, regulations, and policies.
• Support proposal development, startup activities, and transition planning.
• Identify process improvements and implement PM best practices.
• Monitor financial performance including budgets, burn rates, forecasts, and earned value where applicable.
• Drive issue resolution and escalation to ensure project success.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Analytical/problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Planning/scheduling

Budgeting

Risk management

Executive reporting

PM methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Program Management, Technology, or a related field

Job description

Project Manager

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.

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives supporting strategic business objectives, government programs, and technology development efforts. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing complex projects through the full lifecycle while coordinating stakeholders, schedules, budgets, risks, and deliverables.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience supporting the National Space Intelligence Center (NSIC), Department of War (DoW), government-funded programs, national security programs, and/or defense technology projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of assigned projects.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource forecasts.
• Coordinate activities across engineering, operations, finance, contracts, and executive leadership teams.
• Track project milestones, risks, dependencies, and action items.
• Facilitate project status meetings and prepare executive-level reporting.
• Manage customer and stakeholder communications throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, regulatory standards, and organizational policies.
• Support proposal development, project startup activities, and transition-to-execution planning.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement project management best practices.
• Monitor financial performance including project budgets, burn rates, forecasts, and earned value metrics where applicable.
• Drive issue resolution and escalation management to ensure project success.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Program Management, Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Experience developing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and status reporting.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting the National Space Intelligence Center (NSIC).
• Experience with DOW, Federal Government, or government contracting programs.
• Knowledge of government acquisition processes and contract management.
• Experience working within technology, aerospace, defense, cybersecurity, or advanced manufacturing organizations.
• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and hybrid project management methodologies.
• Experience managing projects involving security, compliance, or classified environments.
• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM).

Desired Competencies

• Strategic thinking and decision-making
• Executive communication
• Risk management
• Schedule and budget management
• Team leadership and influence
• Customer relationship management
• Process improvement mindset
• Adaptability and resilience

Clearance Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance.

Travel

Up to 10-20% travel as required.

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’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.