Deputy Program Manager

Title: Deputy Program Manager Deputy Program Manager _ Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! _ 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. Who You Are KBR seeks an experienced Deputy Program Manager who, alongside the Program Manager, will manage the administrative and operational facets of one or more government services projects determined customer needs and contractual obligations. This role demands a professional who has honed their skills over at least a decade in a management capacity, adept at navigating the complexities of project oversight and skilled at driving interdepartmental coordination to surpass review and approval benchmarks. What You’ll Do As a Deputy Program Manager , you will be responsible along with the Program Manager, for all aspects of the deployment and management of contractor support personnel assigned to work on all Task Orders awarded under the IDIQ contract. In absence of the PM, the DPM shall have full authority to act on behalf of the Contractor and execute unilateral decision making on all contract matters relating to the daily operation of this contract. You will be located in the DMV area, will be onsite 100%, with occasional OCONUS travel. Tasks include, but are not limited to: Fully coordinate and collaborate on all tasks, activities, requirements and issues as they pertain to the support of the Customer Identify issues and adapt program plans according to the Customer feedback on program cost, performance, quality, schedule and risk. Develop plans and schedules, and define and document the implementation of requirements Use established program management procedures to monitor cost, schedule, inventory, and performance; assess variances of the plan and take necessary corrective action. Review and clarify contract requirements as they are dispensed from the requirements management tool, and propose cleared, qualified personnel to expeditiously fulfill the requirements Identify potential downstream issues that may negatively affect meeting requirements and provide recommendations to mitigate negative impacts Manage customer expectations with proactive, consistent and transparent communication. Ensure continuity of support with contractor personnel changes and approving of TO staffing alignments /allocations Interface with the CO, COTR and Government leadership Oversee the execution of the Transition Plan Oversee the management and implementation of the PMP Serve as a primary point of contact for formal discussion with the customer, including frequent customer interaction with the intent to sustain and improve customer satisfaction Oversee the Contractor’s Environmental, Health and Safety functions, ensuring that all safe work practices are being followed Monitor cost control, financial reports, budgeting, and overall operating costs Oversee the coordination of work priorities and monitoring of methods, procedures and programs Improve cost-effectiveness and efficiency Oversee the monitoring and inspecting of maintenance, repair and service operations for quality control and contract compliance Ensure that management and contract reports are accurate before submission. This is a contingent position based upon contract award Requirements Must possess a TS/SCI with Poly Clearance Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or Engineering plus a total of ten (10) years’ experience in Management level positions. OR , Bachelor’s degree in another field and ten (10) years of experience in project level positions PLUS six (6) years’ experience in the field of Engineering or Business PMP Certification (Project Management Professional) Personnel management experience with excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficient knowledge and experience in the use of project management concepts to manage items including, but not limited to: project schedule, scope, cost, risk, and deliverables and related metrics Knowledge of Customer exercise or crisis management communities and experience planning, coordinating and executing support to special events Familiarity and willingness to manage a 24/7/365 operational environment Basic Compensation: $177,300 – $236,300 annually (This range is for theVAarea only) The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity. Additional Compensation: 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 sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr KBR, Inc.