KBR, Inc

Senior Facility Operations Manager

KBR, Inc$91K — $136K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance required.
  • 8+ years of experience in facilities management, preferably in complex, multi-site environments.
  • Proficient knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
  • Strong communication skills with an aptitude for building trust across teams.
  • Excellent organization and project management skills.
  • Ability to perform well under pressure and manage various tasks simultaneously.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of Costpoint or similar systems preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to ensure smooth operations across sites.
  • Coordinate facility maintenance services, including HVAC, plumbing, and janitorial.
  • Conduct routine inspections and perform light repairs as needed.
  • Oversee the management and upkeep of office equipment and safety items.
  • Respond to employee facility-related requests in a timely manner.
  • Maintain accurate floor plans and manage occupancy reporting.
  • Source and evaluate vendors for cost-effective maintenance and supplies.
  • Review and reconcile monthly facility invoices and ensure timely payments.
  • Plan and support on-site events and maintain emergency response plans.

Benefits

  • 401K plan with company match.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
  • Flexible spending accounts and disability insurance.
  • Paid time off and flexible work schedules.
  • Opportunities for professional training and development.
Full Job Description

Title:

Senior Facility Operations Manager

KBR is seeking a hands-on Facilities Operations Manager to manage day-to-day operations across multiple sites in the Mountain Region, based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This role is ideal for a mission-driven professional who values accountability, service, and operational excellence. An active TS/SCI clearance is required.

The Facility Operations Manager oversees facility and office services, vendor performance, budgets, and supports projects that ensure KBR workplaces remain safe, efficient, and fully mission ready. This position partners with internal stakeholders and peer facility leaders to deliver results aligned with company priorities.

This is a full-time, on-site role at KBR’s Newport facility in Colorado Springs, with additional support responsibilities across the regional locations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Cross-Functional Support: Collaborates with internal teams, building management, engineers, vendors, and suppliers to ensure smooth daily operations.
  • Facility Maintenance: Coordinates HVAC, electrical, plumbing, janitorial, and other maintenance services, including landlord requests and external vendors work.
  • Preventive Maintenance: Conducts routine inspections (walkthroughs), identifies issues early, and performs light repairs when appropriate.
  • Equipment Oversight: Manages inspection and upkeep of office equipment and safety-related items.
  • Employee Support: Responds promptly to facility-related employee requests and resolves issues promptly.
  • Space Planning: Maintains floor plans and manages quarterly occupancy reporting.
  • Vendor Management: Sources, evaluates and oversees vendors for maintenance, repairs, construction, and supplies, ensuring quality, cost control and timely delivery.
  • Invoices: Retrieves, reviews, codes, and reconciles monthly facility invoices.
  • Workplace Readiness: Ensures and maintains a safe, clean, and functional environment for employees and subcontractors.
  • Sustainability Support: Partners with landlords and engineers to support sustainability initiatives and reporting.
  • Supplies and Purchasing: Orders and maintains office and kitchen supplies and reconciles Purchase Card transactions on time.
  • Snack Program: Stocks and maintains snack offerings within allotted snack budget.
  • Event Support: Assists with planning and supporting on-site events, meetings, and activities.
  • Emergency Planning: Maintains local emergency response plans and supports workplace preparedness.
  • Budget Coordination: Coordinates major facility-related expenditures with facilities and real estate leadership.
  • Escort Support: Serves as the primary escort for vendors, maintenance teams, construction crews, and visitors performing facility work.
  • Regional Coverage: Provides operational support within the Mountain Region as needed.

Work Environment:

  • Location: On-site
  • Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
  • Working Hours: Standard

Required Qualifications:

  • Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between facilities in the Colorado Springs area.
  • 8+ years in facilities, ideally in complex or multi-site environments.
  • Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently, take initiative, and build trust across teams.
  • Excellent organization, planning, project management, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to stay calm, effective, and professional under pressure.
  • Ability to take direction from all levels of management and build respectful working relationships.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Costpoint or similar enterprise systems.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 hours per week

Basic Compensation:  $91,000.00 - 136,000.00 per year.

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

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.

About KBR, Inc

KBR, Inc is an American engineering, procurement, and construction company headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company provides services to customers in the energy, chemical, and government sectors, among others. KBR has a global presence, with operations in over 40 countries. The company was founded in 1901 as M.W. Kellogg Company and has undergone several name changes and mergers since then. KBR is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to its customers while also being a responsible corporate citizen.
Learn more about KBR, Inc
Size
28,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$72 million
Founded
1919
5 Year Trend
+11.5%
Revenue
$5.7 billion
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