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MISS: Site Lead (Contingency)

Location Houston, Texas Category Logistics & Government Services Job Type Full time Job Id R2098059 Posted Date 01/28/2025
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MISS: Site Lead (Contingency)

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Program Summary

The MISS program is a comprehensive initiative aimed at supporting the US Department of State’s operations in Iraq. In addition to providing ongoing base operations and Life Support Services, KBR will provide differentiated advisory and consultancy capabilities to the Iraqi Government with a focus on creating an effective program environment to support delivery of strategic economic planning, strategy development, feasibility studies, technical reviews and large-scale project management. Under this contract KBR will provide facility maintenance, procurement, critical supply functions, along with foodservice, base camp operations, renovations, construction, and medical services.

Job Summary

The Site Lead will be based at on site in Iraq and will serve the Operations and Maintenance Support Services (OMSS) contract in support of the U.S. Department of State. This position will be responsible for supervising a team in day-to-day operations by assigning projects, coordinating schedules, monitoring performance and quality of workers. The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Please note: This position is located in Erbil, Iraq and is contingent on award.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.

  • Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals.  Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.

  • Receive projects from the Country Manager, may occasionally receive projects from OMSS COR/ACOR.

  • Perform work with considerable independence within established DoS policies, regulations, and technical guidelines.

  • Oversee the management and implementation of the Program Management Plan.

  • Oversee the coordination of work priorities and monitoring of methods, procedures, and programs.

  • Recommend, develop, implement, establish, and enforce procedures and programs to increase efficiency and improve cost effectiveness to the program.

  • Adhere to company and government processes, regulations, and statutes.

  • Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules. Identify program problems and obtain solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications.

  • Direct and coordinate activities to meet goals in terms of performance, objectives/standards, service delivery, quality, and customer satisfaction.

  • Review work orders and work order reports to ensure the tasks are completed on-time and inspects the projects to ensure all work is accomplished per the SOW.

  • Confer with staff in order to resolve performance and personnel problems.

  • Prepare project specific plans and long-range work schedules; delegate specific duties to assigned work crews.

  • Assist with the implementation of all formal policies and procedures governing site operations.

  • Submit work order requests as required.

  • Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of all completed work orders and provide summary feedback both verbally and in writing to the LCC A Country Manager.

  • Prepare and submit detailed reports on work completed and on the status of the facility infrastructure systems projects.

  • Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Master’s Degree in similar profession is preferred. Verifiable experience managing multiple trades in a large institutional setting or managing construction projects may be considered in lieu of a 4-year degree.

  • Typical requirements include 5-8 years of experience in operational management of government sponsored programs

  • Previous international experience in challenging locations, preferably working in the Middle East, with a working knowledge of customs and cultural differences.

  • Possess knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of project management.

  • Knowledge of technical information systems.

  • Ability to demonstrate and provide leadership and collaboration in diverse experiences to address operational methodologies in project planning and management and customer service.

  • Knowledge of principles and processes involved in supporting contract responsibilities at an overseas facility.

  • US Citizen

  • US Passport with minimum one plus year validity remaining. 

  • Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record. 

  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

  • Must currently possess a U.S. Government (USG) issued Secret security clearance and/or a favorable USG Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) certification prior to being hired is required for the position. 

  • Must maintain eligibility at the required clearance or certification level for the duration of the task order. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous international experience and previous work experience in harsh environmental conditions.

  • Experience working withing Government Contracts.

  • Must have effective communication skills (written/verbal) with exceptional problem resolution abilities. 

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules. 

  • Expert computer skills, specifically Microsoft Project, Word and Excel. 

  • Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team. 

  • Ability to be innovative and be an agent for change.

  • Good organizational and communication skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently.

  • Knowledge of principles and processes involved in supporting contract responsibilities at an overseas facility.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead and manage staff.

  • Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects.

  • Excellent analytical, organizational, problem solving and time management skills.

  • Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team.

  • Ability to be innovative and be an agent for change.

  • Possesses proven management skills to include effective planning, organizing, directing and controlling, with strong decision-making capabilities.

  • Possesses excellent analytical skills- data driven, fact based and root cause focused.

  • Ability to interact with staff at all levels from craft persons to senior executives.

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.

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.

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