Director of Operations - Canada

About the role

KBR is seeking a Director of Operations for its Canada business, serving as the senior leader for KBR's Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) operations in Canada. The role reports to the Senior Vice President, Integrated Solutions Americas, and focuses on regional growth, client relationships and operational excellence across project execution and business operations.

Key responsibilities

• Grow and lead KBR's Canada operations and act as the primary representative for the Canada business.
• Execute the Canada growth strategy aligned with KBR's Americas business objectives.
• Build and maintain executive relationships with key clients, partners, industry organizations and government stakeholders.
• Lead local business development, pursuit strategy and strategic account engagement.
• Recruit, develop and retain a high-performing Canada organization.
• Provide operational leadership for all Canada projects, ensuring safe, profitable and successful execution.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, legal, commercial and engineering requirements.
• Develop annual operating plans, budgets, resource forecasts and growth plans.
• Foster collaboration between Canada operations and KBR's Americas and global delivery centers.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum 20 years of progressive experience in project management, engineering, construction, operations or related fields.
• Minimum 8 years in senior leadership, executive management or general management roles.
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning programs, and managing complex stakeholder relationships.
• Strong commercial, financial and business management expertise, including P&L accountability, contract administration and strategic planning.
• Preferred: leadership experience in EPC, EPCM or major project delivery organizations, strong knowledge of Canada's energy industry (SAGD, oil sands, brownfield facilities), established relationships in Western Canada, advanced degree (MBA or Master's in Engineering) and certifications such as PMP, PgMP, PE.

Required skills

• Project execution, project controls, governance, risk management and commercial strategies.
• Leadership, negotiation, client relationship and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

What we offer

• Possible benefits including 401K with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off or flexible work schedule.
• Career advancement supported by professional training and development.