Civil Engineer

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Civil Engineer

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.

Position Summary

KBR is seeking a construction management engineer to join the C3BM (Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management) team in Beavercreek, OH. This position works with government and contractor teams to stand up multiple defense‑critical system sites across the NORTHCOM AOR. The role uses construction management experience and expertise to manage site development at multiple sites simultaneously. The position manages the program funding and contracts used to support site development and coordinates site locations and requirements with the NORTHCOM customer.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct oversight of various support teams for the development and establishment of more than 100 project sites at various locations.
• Oversee the application of geotechnical and geophysical investigations, site design and engineering, construction and site preparation, utilities and infrastructure, security and force protection, and logistics and support, ensuring compliance with federal, service, state, and local regulations.
• Coordinate with authorities and regulatory stakeholders to secure all necessary approvals.
• Ensure sites comply with UFC 3‑580‑01: Information and Communications Technology Infrastructure Redundancy - System Level 3 construction and infrastructure requirements.
• Coordinate with FAA or Service Terminal Instrument Procedures (TERPS) authorities to ensure projects comply with federal airspace and obstruction guidance.
• Prepare permit packages, environmental documentation, and technical submittals required for federal, tribal, and local authority approvals.
• Collaborate with federal land managers, regional authorities, and multi‑disciplinary engineering teams to coordinate project requirements, constraints, and timelines.
• Evaluate site conditions through field assessments and interpret survey, geotechnical, and environmental data to inform design recommendations.
• Manage design revisions resulting from stakeholder feedback, regulatory comments, or field‑identified changes.
• Provide engineering oversight during construction phases to confirm design compliance and resolve technical issues.
• Maintain accurate project records, design updates, and documentation to support audits, reporting, and long‑term site management.

Work Environment

• Location: Beavercreek, OH
• Travel Requirements: 40%
• Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications

Required

• Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited Bachelor’s degree in civil, electrical, environmental, mechanical or construction engineering.
• 5‑7+ years’ relevant project management experience (within an engineering consultancy preferred).
• Knowledge of Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and other applicable construction regulations and standards.
• Experience supporting or reviewing construction activities, RFIs, and field engineering decisions.
• Experience in organization and management of contract support teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness and demonstrated ability to work successfully within a design team.
• Practical knowledge and commitment to health and safety.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.

Desired

• 10+ years’ relevant experience (within an engineering consultancy preferred).
• Experience working on federal, DoD, USACE, or federal land projects.
• Knowledge of National EPA, environmental permitting, and right‑of‑way processes.
• Familiarity with project management tools (MS Project, Primavera, Procore).
• Experience with QA/QC review processes or internal design check procedures.

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.

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.

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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