Department Manager - Piping

Job description / Role

Position Description

KBR's global business comprises two main segments - Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) and Mission Technology Solutions (MTS). This role sits within STS in the Integrated Solutions (IS) business unit. Integrated Solutions is an engineering and project delivery group providing services which include front-end and detailed engineering, procurement, construction services, and program management primarily in the hydrocarbons and energy transition industries.

KBR typically executes highly technical traditional energy projects and is now developing into renewable energy projects. The candidate should be willing to learn new skills and develop in a large range of areas including onshore, offshore, LNG, floating, refining, and petrochemical. KBR is also committed to the continued expansion in renewable energy sectors including wind, biofuel, carbon capture, and hydrogen.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for an experienced piping engineer to take the role of piping department manager. You should be forward-thinking and have a passion for continuous improvement. The candidate must be open to new methods of working and encourage innovation without compromise on quality. You will be responsible for managing the piping engineering and design team, recruitment, and ensuring projects are supported with resources. The applicant must have and maintain an understanding of the latest technologies and market developments to ensure best practices are implemented through projects. The piping department manager is required to work on projects as well as support corporate functions including input to proposals, early career development, etc.

The position is based in KBR's Abu Dhabi office; the role may require some short-term travel on business trips.

Key Functions

• Responsible for all aspects of engineering activities undertaken in piping engineering on proposals, projects, and developments.
• Coordinates with other discipline department managers to integrate technology activities with those of other technologies to meet company goals.
• Monitors and adjusts levels of personnel, levels of skills, and development of skills in technology.
• Implements technology development and training plans for continuous improvement of project execution consistent with company goals.
• Implements project quality control procedures in his or her technology area.

Relationships

• Engineering director
• Reports to the director of engineering
• Coordinates directly with project engineering managers on staffing requirements and conducts technical audits.

Responsibilities

Managing a team of piping engineers and designers, you will advise and contribute to the following:

• Ensure that adequate personnel are available to support projects and corporate requirements. This requires forward planning for staff personnel.
• Assist staff with setting goals and objectives and help provide opportunities for them to fulfill their career development. Support staff through mentoring and coaching.
• Responsibility for all aspects of engineering activities undertaken within piping on proposals and projects.
• Participate in the resolution of requests for correction or preventive action on projects.
• Lead corporate piping development initiatives and assign resources to produce measurable outcomes.
• Ensure the continued development and application of KBR technology, execution methods, and procedures for projects.
• Committed to building good relationships with other KBR operating centers to ensure a successful ONE KBR project execution outcome.

Skills / Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and proven experience in a lead engineer's role, from pre-FEED to EPC. Significant EPC experience is essential.
• Background should show a progression in roles from within the piping group into a leadership position.
• Knowledge of codes and standards and their implications on the design.
• Good communication skills to encourage and empower others.
• Able to multi-task in a fast environment and request support when required.
• Experience in multi-center project execution.
• Subject matter expert skills in one of the piping sub-disciplines.

Desirable

• Chartered engineer
• Construction / commissioning support experience

Qualifications

• Engineering degree qualified

KBR Company Information

When you become part of the KBR team, your opportunities are endless. Through collaboration with our customers, we're defining tomorrow's challenges, then providing the solutions and services to overcome those challenges, always maintaining our commitment to total safety and reliability.

At KBR, we partner with government and industry clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive solutions with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies, and expertise, our employees are ready to handle projects and missions throughout their entire lifecycle, from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis.

Working at KBR means being rewarded for your contributions. In addition to competitive benefits and professional development, our people are empowered to use all their potential, creating meaningful change for themselves and our clients. We attract the best minds in the world because our expertise thrives on creativity, resourcefulness, and collaboration. That is how we supply our clients with cutting-edge solutions and services.

As the needs of the world change, we're ready to respond and guide the way forward with strategic, sustainable, and technological advancements grounded in more than a century of practical application and execution.

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.

About the Company

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 28,000 people performing diverse, complex and mission critical roles in 34 countries.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.