Task Planning and Controls Office (TPCO) Manager

Title: Task Planning and Controls Office (TPCO) Manager BELONG.

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with KBR. Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely. Position Summary The TPCO Manager leads the Task Planning and Controls Office, overseeing project scheduling, cost control, and financial reporting for a large technical services support contract.

This role ensures accurate planning, execution, and reporting of task plans and monthly deliverables to the customer, while driving process improvement and compliance with contractual and organizational standards. The Manager is responsible for team leadership, stakeholder engagement, project status/risk reporting and change management, and the integration of project controls best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Team Management Supervise, mentor, and develop the TPCO team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth Maintain optimal team structure and reporting lines in accordance with KBR standards and Program Management Plan guidance Assess staff

skills:

, training, and certifications for effective task planning and resource allocation Facilitate orientation briefings and contract status meetings with USGS and KBR stakeholders Scheduling & Planning Oversee development and maintenance of integrated project schedules using Primavera P6 Ensure schedules reflect accurate resource allocation, dependencies, and milestones Utilize resource management tools (e.g., Enterprise Data Warehouse, Workday) for staff allocation and planning Review and approve task plans prior to submission to the customer Cost & Financial Reporting Supports cost performance reporting using Deltek Cobra Ensure Earned Value Management (EVM) compliance and accurate cost forecasts Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports and variance analysis Customer Deliverables & Stakeholder Engagement Ensure timely and accurate submission of monthly deliverables related to task plans and financial performance Serve as primary point of contact for project controls-related inquiries from the customer and internal stakeholders.

• Coordinate approval workflows and contract modifications with USGS PM, KBR Contract Administrator, and other key stakeholders.
• Ensure electronic transfer and archival of all deliverables in the TSSC Task Management System (TTMS) SharePoint and Confluence.
• Process Improvement, Compliance & Automation Develop and implement process improvements for scheduling, cost control, and reporting.
• Drive adoption of process automation and analytics tools to enhance project controls efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to contractual

requirements:

, corporate policies, and industry standards (including FAR/DFARS and government reporting).

• Maintain documentation in Confluence, aligning with Program Management Plan best practices.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field Minimum 8+ years of

experience:

in project controls, with at least 3 years in a leadership role Working knowledge of Primavera P6 and Deltek Cobra Strong understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational

skills:

Preferred Qualifications:

PMP or equivalent certification

Experience:

managing project controls for large government or technical services contracts Advanced knowledge of government contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS).

Experience:

with project controls analytics, dashboarding, and process automation. Familiarity with resource management tools (EDW, Workday).

Experience:

with remote team management and virtual collaboration technologies. Special

Requirements:

Three years of continuous U.S. residency for government security credential. Ability to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation for government facility access.

Experience:

and/or

education:

in lieu of these

qualifications:

may be considered. KBR partners with several other companies to fulfill its

requirements:

as a government contractor. The selected subcontracting companies align their

benefits:

as closely as possible to those above. 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. Click here to learn more: KBR

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