Sr. Project Manager, Power & Data Centers

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Houston, TX, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Aerospace
The Role
Leads large, complex EPC projects for power plants and data centers, with responsibility for safety, cost, schedule, contractual compliance, client satisfaction, and financial performance. Serves as the primary client contact, directs project personnel, defines and negotiates scope changes, plans execution, monitors status, and ensures successful project completion. The role requires extensive senior project management experience, engineering expertise, a Professional Engineer license, and knowledge of power infrastructure, data centers, contracts, and industry standards.
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Sr. Project Manager, Power & Data Centers

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets. 

KBR is looking for a Sr. Project Manager who will, with general autonomy, manage large and complex EPC projects having a TIC value, typically, of up to $500 million+. This job role is independently accountable for a large staff or support arm of the organization or a single profit/loss or revenue center, major product line, or support function. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Power Plant and Data Center engineering, construction management, and project execution.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to: 

  • Assures safe project execution to the client's satisfaction, consistent with cost, schedule and contractual requirements while maintaining bottom line responsibility for financial success.
  • Delivers expected results for financial, HSE, client satisfaction, budget and schedule performance.
  • Serves as prime point of contact between the client and company.
  • Assures the project execution is in accordance with policies, procedures, systems, and requirements approved by the company.
  • Manages and coordinates activities of all project personnel by direct supervision, through subordinates or through joint ventures, alliances, etc. In the proposal phase, works closely with Sales to evaluate and interpret requirements. May serve as a proposal manager.
  • Defines precise scope of work and identify changes between the original proposal and final contractual agreement.
  • Negotiates changes with the client.
  • Plans the project execution and revises the plan as necessary and assures adherence to the plan.
  • Keeps the client and company advised of project status.
  • Leads the project management team and is responsible for the successful completion of the project. Abides by our business ethics.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Minimum of 12 years of experience in related projects with an average of 15+ years which includes several years of Senior Project Management level experience.
  • Previous experience leading complex, large-scale Data Center and Power Projects with a focus on large-scale energy infrastructure, electrical systems, renewables, and grid modernization.
  • Skills typically required through the completion of an undergraduate degree in Engineering and possession of a P.E

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

  • Experience in Guaranteed Max Price, Lump Sum and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects.
  • Familiarity with national & international power plant standards (ISO, ASME, API, IEC, IEEE, OSHA, etc.).
  • Knowledge of contract management and FIDIC contracts.

Decarbonization – Energy Transition – Sustainability  

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.​ 

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We Deliver – Together. 

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.

Skills Required

  • Minimum 12 years of experience in related projects, with an average of 15 or more years preferred, including several years at the Senior Project Management level.
  • Experience leading complex, large-scale data center and power projects.
  • Experience with large-scale energy infrastructure, electrical systems, renewables, and grid modernization.
  • Undergraduate degree in Engineering.
  • Professional Engineer license.
  • Experience with Guaranteed Maximum Price, Lump Sum, and EPC projects.
  • Familiarity with national and international power plant standards, including ISO, ASME, API, IEC, IEEE, and OSHA.
  • Knowledge of contract management and FIDIC contracts.

KBR, Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about KBR, Inc and has not been reviewed or approved by KBR, Inc.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision plans, supplemented by life insurance, mental wellness resources, and a resilience program. Multiple plan options and added wellbeing tools bolster the core offering.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature a 401(k) with employer matching contributions alongside additional savings options. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan complements long‑term financial benefits.
  • Flexible Benefits — Work-life programs provide flexible schedules with options for part-time, remote, and “superflex” arrangements coordinated with managers. These flexible arrangements help tailor benefits to role and personal needs.

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The Company
HQ: Houston, TX
22,677 Employees

What We Do

KBR, Inc. is an American engineering, procurement, and construction company, formerly a subsidiary of Halliburton.

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