Senior Construction Manager, Energetics Plant (DoD)

KBR Careers; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Per diem

Relocation assistance

Full benefits package

Job summary

KBR is seeking a senior Construction Manager to lead on-site execution of a $900M+ energetics facility in Central Kentucky. You will own construction through turnover to manufacturing, interfacing with Army, USACE, and installation leadership.

The role requires 15+ years in heavy industrial projects, federal programs, and experience managing large teams. On-site work and security clearances are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CM or related field; 15+ years heavy-industrial project experience.
• Senior on-site construction manager for ≥$500M federal or industrial program.
• US citizenship with ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance and relocate to Central Kentucky.

Responsibilities

• Direct all on-site construction activities for a $900M+ facility; manage sitework, buildings, utilities, and equipment installation.
• Serve as primary interface with Army customer, USACE, installation leadership, and government safety/security bodies; lead reviews and issue-resolution boards.
• Manage subcontractors and self-perform crews; enforce contract requirements, schedule discipline, and quality standards across work packages.
• Implement a construction safety program compliant with EM 385-1-1, OSHA 29 CFR 1926, and DoD safety criteria.
• Oversee cost, schedule, and earned value performance; manage change control, RFIs, submittals, and documentation for status reporting.
• Coordinate sequencing with equipment vendors and commissioning teams to enable smooth transition from construction to systemization.

Skills

Leadership & team management

Federal government liaison

Safety program knowledge

Construction scheduling (Primavera P6)

US citizenship with DoD clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

RMS

Job description

KBR is seeking a senior Construction Manager to lead on-site execution of a $900M+ energetics facility in Central Kentucky. You will own construction through turnover to manufacturing, interfacing with Army, USACE, and installation leadership.

The role requires 15+ years in heavy industrial projects, federal programs, and experience managing large teams. On-site work and security clearances are expected.