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≈ $132k – $249k per year (Estimated)
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In office (Houston)
Seniority
Architect · 20+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 8, 2026.

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KBR

KBR is an engineering, science and technology company headquartered in Houston, Texas, delivering government services, defense and space mission support, process technology licensing and engineering for energy, chemicals and infrastructure projects. Listed on the New York Stock Exchange, it works across the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia and the Middle East, and in September 2025 announced the spin-off of its Mission Technology Solutions business into a separate public company. It hires process, piping, instrumentation, structural and HSE engineers, project and construction managers, logistics and commercial specialists, and finance, tax and IT staff.

Title:

SMR/AMR Nuclear Program Director

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 SMR/AMR Nuclear Project Director, who is responsible for overseeing and directing all aspects of nuclear projects, from planning and development to execution and timely delivery. This high-impact role requires a strategic leader with extensive experience in nuclear project management, including engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning. This role is highly strategic and collaborative, ensuring the delivery of multi-billion-dollar projects while navigating the complexities of the nuclear industry.

With general autonomy, this Program Director can also manage large EPC projects having a TIC value, typically, of up to $1 billion. Alternatively, may have responsibility for management of two or more smaller projects.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

  • Provides strategic direction and oversight for SMR/AMR projects, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Leads and develops project teams, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Works closely with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors, suppliers, and local communities, ensuring alignment and effective communication.
  • Identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks associated with project execution, ensuring compliance with nuclear safety and quality assurance standards.
  • Champions process improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Ensures adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations related to nuclear construction and operations.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

  • An undergraduate degree in Engineering and possession of a P.E. Minimum of 15 years of experience in related projects with an average of 20+ years which includes several years of Senior Project Management level experience.
  • Strong leadership and communication abilities, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and profound understanding of nuclear industry regulations and standards

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.

Click here to learn more: KBR Benefits

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.

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