Project Manager - Power transmission (Local Talent)

Title: Project Manager - Power transmission (Local Talent) "Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals. KBR provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets." Project Manager - Power transmission (Local Talent) Basra. 28/28 Rotation Scope of Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of power projects including OHTL, substations, and power plants, ensuring execution within scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards. Drive coordination across EPC phases with a strong focus on contractor performance, risk management, and HSE compliance, particularly in oil & gas environments. Primary Duties Project Execution & Leadership: Manage full lifecycle of transmission, substation and power plant projects. Oversee planning, execution strategy, and delivery milestones. Contractor & Subcontractor Management: Lead and control EPC contractors and subcontractors. Monitor performance, productivity, and compliance with contract terms. Resolve commercial and technical issues, including claims and variations. Enforce accountability for safety, quality, and schedule adherence. Engineering Coordination: Oversee design for OHTL, AIS/GIS substations, and power systems. Ensure alignment across disciplines (civil, electrical, protection, SCADA). Drive timely resolution of design and interface issues. Construction & Site Oversight: Supervise site execution across all project components. Address technical challenges and ensure quality and HSE compliance. Risk Management & Problem Solving: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks (technical, commercial, schedule). Lead structured problem-solving and decision making under pressure. Maintain project continuity through proactive issue resolution. Commercial & Cost Control: Oversee budgets, forecasts, and cost performance. Manage contractual risks, claims, and change orders. Stakeholder Management: Interface with clients, authorities, utilities, and internal teams. Lead progress reviews and ensure alignment across stakeholders. Testing & Commissioning: Oversee testing, energization, and commissioning of full power systems. Ensure successful handover and documentation close-out. Key Skills Strong contractor and subcontractor management Risk assessment and mitigation Advanced problem-solving and decision-making Commercial and contract management Leadership and stakeholder coordination Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering 20 years in HV/EHV transmission, substations, and power projects Oil & gas project experience strongly preferred PMP certification is an advantage Knowledge of IEC/IEEE standards KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver. Fraud Alert Fraud has infiltrated th