BGAD: Senior Construction Scheduler ( Contingency )

KBR•Richmond, KY

56d

About The Position

KBR is seeking a Senior Construction Scheduler for the construction of the new Blue Grass Army Depot Energetics Center of Excellence explosives manufacturing facility. This role is part of the KBR’s Chemical Plant & Munitions program, which supports critical national defense and government missions through the execution of complex manufacturing, construction, and commissioning efforts. The program operates in highly regulated environments and requires close coordination between customers, suppliers, and internal teams to deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality outcomes across the program lifecycle.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
5-10 years’ experience in project scheduling, ideally within major infrastructure or water projects
Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project
Understanding of EVM, SPI, schedule risk analysis, and progress measurement
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with project stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field
PMP or equivalent project management certification
Experience scaling up New Molecule Energetics
Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience
Experience supporting capture, proposal development, or program growth initiatives
Strong executive-level communication and presentation experience

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain baseline schedules and prepare what-if scenarios to support project decision-making
Apply schedule risk management techniques, including contingency planning
Perform critical path analysis, schedule integrity reviews, and progress reporting
Build and manage resource-loaded schedules, including producing histograms and schedule insights
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams to ensure sequencing accuracy and timely program delivery
Utilize tools including Primavera P6, MS Project, and Excel (Power BI experience highly preferred)
Support proposal development, capture activities, and long-range program growth strategies
Other duties as assigned