ANTARCTICA: PMO Transition Lead

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ANTARCTICA: PMO Transition Lead At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 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.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! - At KBR, we are passionate about our peopleand our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

Program Summary The National Science Foundation (NSF) manages the United States Antarctic Program (USAP). The USAP supports all U.S. scientific research and related logistics in Antarctica and aboard USAP vessels that operate along the continental margin and in the Southern Ocean. Science within the Antarctic research portfolio is chosen and funded by NSF and other Federal agencies, including NASA, NOAA, and the Department of Energy. The purpose of the Antarctic Science and Engineering Support Contract (ASESC) is to enable that science.

All participants are responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority. This includes compliance with all ASESC environmental health & safety, and quality assurance requirements.

Job Summary The PMO Transition Lead provides SME support for the transition of all Program Management activities for the USAP from the incumbent to KBR. This role is responsible for maintaining schedules, tracking actions and documentation, supporting stakeholder communication, and ensuring transition activities remain organized and on track.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide support transitioning program financial management and execution, including dedicated Project Control Processes from incumbent to KBR.
• Define scope and transition roles of Account Managers, Planning & Controls, and Procurement oversight from incumbent to KBR.
• Maintain schedules and action-item tracking for PMO transition.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare materials, and document meeting outcomes and follow-up actions.
• Support reporting and communication efforts across multiple time zones and stakeholder groups.
• Ensure transition documentation is accurate, current, and properly maintained.

Basic Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and the ability to pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Logistics, Project Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of administrative, project coordination, logistics, or operational support experience.
• Experience managing schedules, documentation, and action-item tracking.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with stakeholders across multiple locations and time zones.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Logistics, Project Management, or a related field.
• Experience supporting international operations in polar regions.
• Familiarity with document control, reporting, and administrative coordination processes.
• Knowledge of project coordination or transition management activities.

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 account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

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.