Diego Garcia: Construction Superintendent

Title

Diego Garcia: Construction Superintendent

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Program Summary

KBR provides full-spectrum base operations support to Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia, a remote location in the British Indian Ocean Territory. Our robust supply chain ensures on-time delivery of mission-critical supplies, and our team conducts essential port and airfield operations in this geographically complex environment. The KBR team is over 1,000 people strong, providing not only life support services such as water treatment, electricity, and telecom/antenna maintenance, but also quality of life services like Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) and an award-winning dining facility.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Construction Superintendent, the position is responsible for managing all the aspects of Civil/Survey works of the Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Project. Overseeing and directing construction projects from conception to completion. Under general direction, Possesses supervisory/lead responsibility over a group of technical staff on projects. Supervise all construction activities and ensure compliance to all design and budget and develop and maintain effective relationships with all subcontractors and suppliers.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include the liaison with the engineering firm for the project, and preparation of executive reports, initiation of progress reporting systems and interfacing with client representatives.

• Evaluate all construction drawings and ensure accuracy in implementation of same and maintain an effective construction schedule for both engineering and construction department.

• Assist in all special projects and perform on site visits and ensure compliance to all project specifications and guidelines.

• Act as the channel of communications with the Contractor on all matters relevant to the satisfactory completion of the works under the contract.

• Supervise the works to ensure that they are carried out in accordance with the contract.

• Supervise, in general, the methods adopted by the Contractor for the execution of the works undertaken by him in order to ensure the satisfactory execution.

• Check that all notices and wayleaves are arranged in a timely manner.

• Ensure that there is no delay in providing the Contractor with full information required for the ordering of Prime Cost Items.

• Supervise and record any tests of materials.

• Ensure that up-to-date record drawings are produced.

• Ensure that progress photographs are taken and maintained.

• Maintain careful notes of all disputes arising out of the interpretation of the contract so that, if necessary, the form of contract and specification can be amended for similar future works.

• Assure implementation of the company's Safety Policy.

• Notify the Contractor and others of any hazardous situations.

Basic Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to obtain U.S. Government driver's license.

• Must possess high level leadership skills.

• Must possess high level customer relations skills.

• Must have knowledge of construction management processes, means, methods, building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards.

• Understanding of all facets of the construction process.

EDUCATION

• BS Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or equivalent is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• Ten (10) years minimum total experience in Construction Management with Five (5) years as Supervisor or Superintendent of various construction projects.

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.

In compliance with the U.S. federal government's vaccine mandate, only candidates who are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have a reasonable accommodation or approved medical exception will be considered for this position.

Inclusion and Diversity at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient.