Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) Manager

About the role

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) is seeking an experienced Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) Manager to lead the development, implementation and execution of AWP and Workforce Planning (WFP) strategies on large industrial projects. The role integrates engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and project controls so that work is planned, sequenced and executed efficiently, improving schedule performance and delivering safe, predictable results.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and governance of the project's AWP strategy
• Develop and maintain the WBS, Path of Construction (POC), Construction Work Areas (CWAs) and Installation Work Packages (IWPs)
• Establish and manage Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Installation Work Packages, and system and subsystem turnover packages
• Sequence engineering and procurement deliverables to support construction readiness and field execution
• Lead workforce planning to improve labor productivity and minimize field disruptions
• Monitor construction readiness, material availability, engineering completion and constraint management
• Run readiness reviews and package status meetings, and develop AWP performance metrics and readiness dashboards
• Collaborate with project controls on schedules and forecasting, and identify risks and constraints with mitigation plans
• Support modularization, heavy lift planning, commissioning readiness and system turnover, and train personnel and contractors on AWP methods

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related field; equivalent construction experience may substitute for a degree
• Minimum 10 years supporting major industrial construction projects
• Minimum 5 years directly implementing and managing AWP programs on large capital projects
• Demonstrated experience on LNG, petrochemical, refinery, gas processing, power generation, mining or similar projects
• Experience in EPC, EPCM or owner-led project environments
• Strong communication, leadership, analytical and organizational skills

Required skills

• Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) and Workforce Planning (WFP)
• Construction Work Packages (CWPs), Installation Work Packages (IWPs) and Path of Construction (POC)
• Construction readiness, constraint management, project controls and scheduling
• Mechanical completion and turnover planning
• Preferred: AWP Professional Certification, PMP, familiarity with Primavera P6, Power BI, InEight, Hexagon or Smart Construction, and experience with projects over $1 billion installed cost

What we offer

• Possible benefits including 401K with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, paid time off and flexible work schedule
• Career advancement through professional training and development