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Program Manager Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country's most critical role - protecting our national security. 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. This is a contingent position based upon contract award KBR is seeking a highly motivated and career-oriented Program Manager to join our team. The PM will be responsible for leadership, management, and execution of all requirements within the Statement of Work. The PM serves as the primary point of contact for government leadership, ensuring all contractor staff are effectively managed and that all mission-critical functions are executed with high quality and compliance. Primary Responsibilities: * Strategic Oversight: Provide high-level direction and strategic management for the contract, aligning contractor activities with government mission objectives and requirements.
* Personnel Management: Oversee all contractor staff, including recruitment, retention, performance management, and professional development to ensure a high-performing team.
* SOW Compliance: Ensure all functions defined in the Statement of Work are successfully executed on time and within budget; monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs).
* Operational Leadership: Manage the complexities of a 24/7 operational environment, ensuring continuous coverage and rapid response to emerging mission requirements.
* Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as the primary interface between the contractor and government technical representatives, providing regular status reports and attending executive-level briefings.
* Interagency Collaboration: Facilitate effective communication and project coordination across various agencies within the Intelligence Community (IC). Required Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree in Management, Business, or a related technical field, Master's preferred
* PMP Certification or equivalent government program management certification is highly desired
* Active TS/SCI with Poly required to be considered
* 15+ years of experience
* Minimum of five (5) years of Program Management experience leading projects of similar size, scope, and complexity.
* Minimum of five (5) years of experience directly supporting 24/7 operations environments, demonstrating the ability to manage shift-based missions.
* Minimum of seven (7) years of experience working within the Intelligence Community.
* Proven track record of relevant experience working with various IC organizations and understanding their unique operational requirements. Basic Compensation: $209,000 - $232,200 This range is for the Virginia area only The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity. Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. Ready to Make a Difference? If you're excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together. 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.