Senior Expeditor

KBR, Inc.•Houston, TX

About The Position

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides solutions across the asset life cycle, including licensed process technologies, advisory services, technical expertise, energy transition solutions, design capabilities, and solutions for planned and operating assets. The Senior Expeditor administers and tracks equipment and bulk-material procurements, expedites supplier deliverables and engineering data, and supports the timely execution of project schedules. The role works with project teams, engineering, suppliers, construction, project controls, and Accounts Payable across the procurement lifecycle. It operates under general supervision, with occasional direct supervision, and applies experience and standard concepts in the field to analyze and resolve issues.

Requirements

LNG EPC experience.
At least 5 years of EPC expediting experience or related industry experience.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Extensive knowledge of EPC procurement and expediting practices.
Ability to manage procurement, expediting, and project documentation.
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders and align on procurement priorities, delivery schedules, and project requirements.
Problem-solving skills and ability to apply industry best practices and established EPC methodologies.

Responsibilities

Administer, monitor, and track major equipment, minor equipment, and bulk-material procurements for compliance with purchase-order terms, conditions, and project schedules.
Expedite supplier deliverables and engineering data to ensure required documents are submitted, reviewed, and returned on time.
Coordinate and conduct meetings with project teams, engineering personnel, and suppliers to review procurement and expediting progress.
Maintain detailed procurement files, records, and documentation for assigned purchase orders.
Update expediting status reports and procurement tracking systems to provide accurate project visibility and reporting.
Use Integrated Project Management System (IPMS) and Documentum to monitor, track, and manage supplier data, drawings, and document workflows.
Collaborate with construction teams to resolve overages, shortages, damaged materials, and quarantined equipment issues.
Support Accounts Payable by verifying contractual milestones and delivery requirements before invoice payment processing.
Monitor supplier performance and identify potential schedule risks, delays, or documentation issues.
Coordinate communication among suppliers, engineering, construction, and project controls teams throughout the procurement lifecycle.
Lead project meetings and conference calls to communicate status, resolve issues, and maintain project schedules.
Monitor client-driven changes and update management on supply-chain status, procurement progress, and potential impacts to project execution.
Analyze and resolve procurement and expediting challenges using industry best practices and EPC methodologies.
Identify process-improvement opportunities and enhance procurement and expediting workflows.
Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to less experienced team members as needed.
Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier performance, material delivery, and project schedule commitments.