DJBOSS: Project Leader

Title:
DJBOSS: Project Leader

Program Summary

KBR sustains the operational well-being of U.S. Armed Forces at Djibouti, Africa, Camp Lemonnier Naval Base. Our services encompass program management, contingency and expeditionary, asset management and recreation support, postal operations, safety services, logistics, and more. KBR ensures the base operate smoothly, allowing deployed personnel to focus on mission execution.

Job Summary

Under broad direction, provides Administrative and Operations support to the Project Manager. Advises and instructs work efforts associated with services required within the Base Operations Support contract to meet the contractual performance objectives and standards to include planning, scheduling, cost, accounting, estimating, report development and preparation, establishing and maintaining records, and quality assurance.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provided the necessary management expertise to assure performance objectives and standards are met and to ensures all administrative deliveries of internal and external information, performance and communications are complete and submitted on time.
• Experience in providing oversight for Operations and Maintenance activities supporting cost control, adherence to schedule, and the overall budgeting process
• Candidate should have knowledge of establishing or modifying workload drivers
• Demonstrate an ability to work established Asset Management data to optimize equipment shelf life and reduce costs
• Ability to establish Preventive Maintenance schedules and able to execute course corrections in the event of change
• Capability to conduct pre-site inspections, create Statements of Work, oversee subcontractors
• Possess thorough knowledge of the Technical Inspection process.
• Experience in executing small construction projects while coordinating multiple disciplines working together to complete the project and supervision of mixed labour force
• Possess an understanding of firm fixed price contracts, contractual change orders, planning and IDIQ work as well and understanding the ramifications associated with poor fiscal responsibility
• Must have moderate to advanced Excel knowledge
• This role encompasses responsibilities beyond those outlined in the job description. You may be tasked with fulfilling additional duties as required by the organization
• Ensures compliance with company, OSHA and DOD safety policies to include EM-385-1.
• Interfaces with base Public Works Office counterparts as well as Contracting office personnel

Preferred Qualifications

• The preferred candidate should possess a minimum of 5 years of related experience in Government Contracting
• The preferred candidate will have a bachelor's degree or 8 years of relevant management experience
• Proficient with Computer programs like MS Word, MS Excel, Power Pont etc.
• Familiar with KBR internal programs such as MAXIMO, Asset Management and KPEX
• Previous assignments and recent work history supporting NAVCENT Installation and NAFAC BOS contracts preferred
• Aware of financial, estimating, supply chain, procurement and subcontract processes and procedures.
• Familiar with firm fixed price contracts, contractual modifications and IDIQ estimates estimating and planning
• Has previous experience with change management processes to include proposal creation
• Excellent customer relations, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Operational management or experience in O&M services to include HVAC systems, Electrical, Power Generation, Plumbing, Carpentry, Water and Ice production, Vector Control, Custodial services and labor management, not a requirement but a plus

Basic Qualifications

• Must be United States Citizen
• Must possess a United States issued passport book (not passport card) with at least 12 months of remaining validity AND with at least 6 blank visa/stamp pages remaining
• Must possess driver's license with at least 6 months of remaining validity
• Must be able to obtain a US Secret Clearance
• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure environment with multiple interruptions/distractions.
• Excellent customer relations, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Effective communication, both written and verbal, with internal and external stakeholders is essential

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.