Project Manager – Operations & Maintenance

About the role

KBR is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) crew for the ROO project in Basra, Iraq. The role focuses on delivering safe, timely, and efficient O&M activities while mentoring local staff and supporting senior managers.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver safe and successful O&M operations, resolving complex technical issues.
• Mentor Iraqi staff to support re‑nationalisation of oil and gas production.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams, including planners, supervisors, and inspection engineers.
• Prepare work‑packs for turnarounds, monitor procurement plans, and manage schedule changes.
• Facilitate audits, inspections, safety tours, and ensure follow‑up actions are closed.
• Lead toolbox talks, HSE incident investigations, and act as IMT Leader when required.
• Produce daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports for the client.

Required profile

• Strong health, safety & environmental ethos and one‑team culture.
• Self‑driven, resilient, analytical, and pragmatic attitude.
• Ability to manage concurrent activities safely and effectively.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with clients and senior management.

Required skills

• Project Management
• Operations & Maintenance
• Procurement planning and schedule monitoring
• Turnaround work‑pack compilation
• Static equipment process knowledge
• Production Operations and Control Systems
• Local labour legislation awareness

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a high‑visibility O&M project in the oil & gas sector.
• Professional development through mentoring and performance reviews.
• Collaborative multinational team environment.