TACOM (WVA): Project Manager - Engineering (Contingency)

KBR, Inc.; City of Watervliet (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Project Manager (Contingency) to plan, direct, and oversee engineering, construction, and infrastructure projects at a military installation in Watervliet, NY.

The role requires coordinating with engineers, contractors, government agencies, and installation stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget. This contingent position emphasizes scope, schedule, budget, quality, and regulatory adherence, supporting facility operations and mission

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related technical field.
• Experience managing engineering, construction, facilities, or infrastructure projects from planning through completion.
• Knowledge of project management principles: scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, stakeholders.
• Ability to develop and review project plans, cost estimates, technical specifications, schedules, and contract documents.
• Knowledge of engineering, construction, facility-related codes, standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software (MS Project or similar).
• Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage engineering and construction projects from planning through closeout.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, cost estimates, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate with engineers, architects, contractors, military personnel, and regulatory agencies.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, resolve issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Review engineering designs, specifications, and submittals for compliance.
• Conduct site visits to verify status, quality, safety, and contract adherence.
• Prepare reports, briefings, and recommendations for leadership regarding status and priorities.
• Support long-range facility planning by identifying needs and capital initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Cost estimation & budgeting

Schedule development

Quality assurance

Regulatory knowledge

MS Office & MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related technical field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Title:

TACOM (WVA): Project Manager - Engineering (Contingency)

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

Program Summary

The U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM) sustains the Army’s mission to develop, acquire, field, and sustain ground combat, tactical, and support systems throughout their lifecycle.
Under this contract, personnel provide maintenance, repair, overhaul, and sustainment support in accordance with Army technical manuals, safety standards, and performance requirements.

Job Summary

The Engineering Project Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing engineering, construction, maintenance, and infrastructure projects at a military installation. This position manages projects from concept through completion, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, quality, and regulatory requirements are achieved. The Engineering Project Manager coordinates with engineers, contractors, government agencies, and installation stakeholders to develop and implement technical solutions that support facility operations, infrastructure modernization, and mission readiness.

This position is contingent upon award

Roles and Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage engineering and construction projects from initial planning through project closeout.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, cost estimates, and resource requirements to ensure successful project execution.
• Coordinate with engineers, architects, contractors, military personnel, and regulatory agencies to support project planning, design, construction, and commissioning activities.
• Monitor project progress and performance, identifying risks, resolving issues, and implementing corrective actions to maintain schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Review and evaluate engineering designs, specifications, technical proposals, and contractor submittals to ensure compliance with project requirements and applicable standards.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to verify project status, construction quality, safety compliance, and adherence to contract requirements.
• Prepare project reports, briefings, and recommendations for leadership regarding project status, funding requirements, risks, and project priorities.
• Support long-range facility and infrastructure planning efforts by identifying project needs, evaluating alternatives, and recommending capital improvement initiatives.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related technical field.
• Experience managing engineering, construction, facilities, or infrastructure projects from planning through completion.
• Knowledge of project management principles, including scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, and stakeholder management.
• Ability to develop and review project plans, cost estimates, technical specifications, schedules, and contract documents.
• Knowledge of engineering, construction, and facility-related codes, standards, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software such as Microsoft Project or similar tools.
• Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (as required)
• U.S. citizenship required

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.

The salary range for this position is $134,800 - $202,200. Compensation offered will depend on qualifications, experience, work location, and business considerations. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. Additional compensation and benefits may be available based on role eligibility.

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 of 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.