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KBR

Engineering and technology solutions for government

Director of Civil Engineering

Engineering LeadershipConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • The role typically requires an undergraduate degree in a related technical field and 10–12 years of industry experience.
  • The candidate must have USAF installation-level working experience and DoD installation-level working experience.
  • The candidate must have ten years of experience in engineering design, construction, maintenance, repair, operation of major real property facilities, facilities programming and planning, and formulation, coordination, and administration of civil engineering plans and programs, including five years in supervision.
  • The candidate must have eight years of experience in design, construction, inspection, and preparation of plans and specifications for major real property facilities, including four years in supervision.
  • The candidate must be a U.S. citizen and hold a U.S. Secret Clearance.
  • The candidate must have a bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture from an ABET-accredited college or university, or an approved equivalent.
  • The candidate must be registered as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect.

Responsibilities

  • Manage an assigned operational segment of Engineering by directing, developing, communicating, and implementing company direction and strategic goals.
  • Contribute to business development and marketing internally and externally to clients; support viable opportunity pursuits by supplying resources and training to assess, screen, and prioritize opportunities.
  • Identify market trends and applications for existing and new technologies, and communicate best practices throughout the company as assigned.
  • Establish operational goals and objectives, make operational decisions, and contribute to strategy development through implementation and execution.
  • Study, design, specify, and provide services for transportation systems, bridges, infrastructure, drainage, underground utilities, hydrology and hydraulics, water treatment and distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, water resources and raw water supply, tunnels, geotechnical design, and other civil engineering works.
  • Supervise and lead a group of engineers.
  • Set technical standards and procedures for a group of engineers and designers.
  • Conduct performance appraisals or counsel employees with behavioral or technical performance problems, and assist with interviewing, hiring, and assigning new personnel in the discipline.
  • Be responsible for a measurable asset, such as assigned staff and budget.
  • Provide required training to maintain a proficient workforce and ensure compliance during civil engineering-related inspections, including MICT-directed self-inspections, UEI, NSIs, EMS audits, internal self-inspections, and Staff Assistance Visits.
  • Submit data for annual USAFE Civil Engineering awards, Installation Excellence awards, and other award submission packages.

About the Company

KBR

Engineering and technology solutions for government

KBR provides science, technology, and engineering solutions to government and commercial clients in aerospace, defense, intelligence, and energy. It has two segments: Government Solutions for defense, space, and mission support for agencies like DoD and NASA; Sustainable Technology Solutions offering technologies, equipment, and catalysts for ammonia, olefins, and other chemicals to improve sustainability. It earns revenue from long-term contracts, often cost-reimbursable or fixed-price, delivering integrated services and technologies on large projects. Its focus on government contracting combined with in-house technology and equipment enables end-to-end solutions for mission-critical and energy programs, with a goal of reliable, cost-effective engineering and sustainable industrial processes.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
1919

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