Operations Manager

Program summary

The MISS program is a comprehensive initiative aimed at supporting the US Department of Stateu2019s operations in Iraq. In addition to providing ongoing base operations and life support services, KBR will provide differentiated advisory and consultancy capabilities to the Iraqi government with a focus on creating an effective program environment to support delivery of strategic economic planning, strategy development, feasibility studies, technical reviews and large-scale project management. Under this contract KBR will provide facility maintenance, procurement, critical supply functions, along with foodservice, base camp operations, renovations, construction, and medical services.

Job summary

The operations manager shall have the authority to commit the contractoru2019s labor force and the use of resources (tools, materials, parts and other materials) to meet the overall requirements of the task order. The duties and responsibilities listed are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Please note: This position is located in Baghdad, Iraq at the Baghdad Embassy Compound (BEC).

Roles and responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring safety is the highest priority in the workplace.
• Comply with all environmental and safety and quality assurance requirements and goals.
• Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.
• Responsible for managing, monitoring and tracking services.
• Responsible for allocating and managing staff resources according to changing needs.
• Identify problem areas and respond to mission requirements to perform task order requirements.
• Plan and manage projects.
• Control resources; monitor staff proficiency and qualifications; monitor the locations and activities of assets; and coordinate the flow of information to and from staff and USG representatives.
• Resolve issues.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

Basic qualifications

• US citizen.
• US passport with minimum one plus year validity remaining.
• Must have valid driveru2019s license and clean driving record.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Must currently possess a U.S. Government (USG) issued Secret security clearance and/or MRPT certification prior to being hired as required for the position. Must maintain eligibility at the required clearance or certification level for the duration of the task order.
• Must have effective communication skills (written/verbal) with exceptional problem resolution abilities.
• Skills required for this job are typically acquired through the completion of an undergraduate degree.
• Fifteen (15) years support services and/or facilities management experience with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in managing such services to large facilities or operations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated working knowledge of O&M activities for a comparable facility.
• Relevant overseas facilities management experience.
• Previous international experience and previous work experience in harsh environmental conditions.
• Experience working within government contracts.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects.
• Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem solving and time management skills.
• Expert computer skills, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team.
• Ability to be innovative and be an agent for change.

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.