Project Procurement Manager

KBR Careers; Fox Woods (DE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Job summary

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) seeks a Project Procurement Manager to lead procurement and materials management for a large-scale EPC project. You will interface with PM, Engineering, Construction, Contracts, and Legal to ensure timely, compliant acquisition of engineered equipment, bulk materials, and subcontracted services in alignment with schedules and budgets.

Responsibilities include developing procurement strategies, supplier qualification, bid strategy, negotiations, and

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business or related field.
• Master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, PMP) preferred.
• Experience: 10–15+ years of procurement or supply chain in EPC/large capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Project Procurement Execution Plan.
• Lead supplier prequalification, bid strategy, solicitation, evaluation, and award recommendations.
• Negotiate terms; ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR/DPAS and client contracts.
• Monitor procurement costs against budget and align with project schedule.
• Coordinate expediting, inspection, logistics, and materials management.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Contract management

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM

Master's degree or professional certs

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Title: Project Procurement 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 looking for a Project Procurement Manager (PPM) who is responsible for leading all procurement and materials management activities for a large-scale capital project within an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) environment. This role ensures timely, cost-effective, compliant acquisition of engineered equipment, bulk materials, and subcontracted services in alignment with project schedules, budgets, contractual obligations, and applicable regulatory requirements—including Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) where applicable. The PPM serves as the primary procurement interface for the project, working closely with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, Contracts, Legal, and Government Compliance teams, as well as suppliers and subcontractors.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Procurement Planning & Strategy
  • Develop and execute the Project Procurement Execution Plan, aligned with contract requirements, project schedule, and sourcing strategy.
  • Establish procurement strategies for engineered equipment, bulk materials, construction services, and long-lead items.
  • Identify procurement risks, including regulatory, supply chain, and schedule risks, and implement mitigation plans.
• Supplier Management & Contracting
  • Lead supplier prequalification, bid strategy development, solicitation, evaluation, and award recommendations.
  • Negotiate commercial terms and conditions in compliance with client contracts, company policies, FAR, DFAR, and flow-down requirements.
  • Ensure suppliers and subcontractors comply with DPAS ratings, priority delivery requirements, and government-mandated schedules.
  • Resolve commercial issues, claims, and performance disputes in coordination with Contracts and Legal.
• Schedule, Cost & Risk Control
  • Ensure procurement activities support the project critical path and overall execution schedule.
  • Monitor committed, forecast, and actual procurement costs against the approved project budget.
  • Identify cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities while maintaining regulatory and contractual compliance.
  • Track procurement-related risks, expediting actions, and mitigation measures.
• Materials Management & Logistics
  • Coordinate with expediting, inspection, materials management, and logistics teams to ensure timely fabrication, inspection, and delivery.
  • Ensure compliance with DPAS priority requirements for shipping, allocation, and delivery sequencing.
  • Support site materials management, inventory control, and surplus disposition in accordance with contract requirements.
• Cross-Functional Coordination
  • Interface with Engineering to align technical specifications, vendor data requirements, and compliance documentation.
  • Support Construction by ensuring timely availability of materials and services and resolution of field procurement issues.
  • Collaborate with Project Controls on forecasting, progress measurement, and procurement status reporting.
• Compliance & Governance
  • Ensure procurement activities comply with: Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) (DFAR), Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS), client-specific government contract clauses and flow-down requirements, Company ethics, quality, safety, and sustainability policies.
  • Maintain accurate, audit-ready procurement documentation suitable for government and internal audits.
  • Support compliance reporting and audits related to government-funded projects.
• Team Leadership
  • Lead, mentor, and manage project procurement staff, including buyers, expeditors, and materials coordinators.
  • Assign responsibilities, establish performance expectations, and provide day-to-day decision support.
  • Promote disciplined procurement execution and compliance awareness across the project team.

Required Education, Experience & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field. Master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, PMP) preferred.
• Experience: 10–15+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in an EPC or large capital project environment.
• Experience managing procurement for large, complex capital projects, preferably with government or defense-related funding.
• Demonstrated experience with: Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), including flow-down clauses and subcontract compliance; Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) requirements, including rated orders and priority fulfillment; Strong background in procurement of engineered equipment, bulk materials, and construction services; Experience working with domestic and international suppliers and complex logistics environments.
• Skills & Competencies: Strong commercial negotiation and contract management skills; Working knowledge of government contracting compliance requirements; Ability to balance cost, schedule, quality, and regulatory obligations; Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities; Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement tracking tools; Leadership capability in fast-paced, schedule-driven project environments.

Work Conditions

• Project-based role with potential for extended hours during critical milestones.
• Domestic and limited international travel may be required.
• Work performed in office, project site, and supplier locations depending on project phase.

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.

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.

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• We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.
• We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
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We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

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