Project Manager - Marine Corps Portfolio

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Project Manager - Marine Corps Portfolio

KBR's Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical solutions and expert support to the U.S. Department of War, specializing in modeling and simulation, cyber transformation, air vehicle mission integration, and lifecycle support. As a trusted partner with a proven history in mission technology, KBR collaborates closely with clients to develop innovative and effective solutions. With a strong ethical framework, KBR prioritizes data security, privacy, and responsible information management to ensure mission success.

The Project Manager serves as the on-site lead supporting a high visibility U.S. Marine Corps portfolio. This role works directly with program and portfolio leadership to ensure disciplined execution, operational compliance, and alignment between mission requirements and contract performance. The position operates at the intersection of operations, program management, and customer engagement, translating complex Marine Corps requirements into executable plans across multiple government contracts. This role provides hands-on leadership across operational planning, performance management, risk mitigation, and cross functional coordination, while serving as a trusted operational advisor to both internal stakeholders and government customers. The ideal candidate brings deep familiarity with Marine Corps operational environments, strong program execution experience, and the ability to lead through influence in fast paced, mission driven settings.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site Project Manager and Lead Operations Subject Matter Expert for assigned Marine Corps programs, providing operational guidance aligned with contract requirements, mission objectives, and customer expectations.
• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of operational activities across multiple workstreams, ensuring cost, schedule, performance, and compliance objectives are consistently met.
• Partner with Program Managers, Contracts, Finance, and Functional Leads to support compliant program delivery across government contracts.
• Translate Marine Corps operational requirements into executable plans, processes, and performance metrics.
• Monitor program performance, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies to support uninterrupted mission execution.
• Support and, as appropriate, lead customer engagement activities including execution reviews, readiness assessments, operational briefings, and working-level briefs to senior-level discussions with government stakeholders.
• Support customer engagement activities, including briefings, reviews, and operational assessments with government stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, compliance, and scalability across the portfolio.
• Guide operational staff and project leads as applicable, supporting capability development and execution consistency.
• Provide guidance to operational staff, project leads, and program teams, supporting execution consistency and professional development. Scope and responsibilities are anticipated to increase commensurate with portfolio growth, new awards, option years, or program transitions.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience
• Secret Clearance
• Experience in wargaming, analysis, modeling, simulation and/or training
• Experience leading and directing teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree (Technical or Business/Management)
• Military or DoW experience
• Prior experience supporting Marine Corps wargaming modeling, simulation, and/or analysis
• Prior experience supporting large scale exercises
• PMP or equivalent (DAWIA Certification)

Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%

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 a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

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.

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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.