Title:
Carpenter, Supervisor
Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.
Why Join Us?
Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
Who You Are
You’re a seasoned carpenter and a natural leader with a commitment to quality and safety. With your extensive hands-on expertise, you excel at overseeing complex carpentry projects that support critical missions for our customers. You’re skilled at managing teams, coordinating workflows, and ensuring that all projects meet stringent standards for safety, precision, and durability.
As a Carpenter Supervisor with KBR, you combine technical expertise with strong leadership, inspiring your team to consistently deliver high-quality work that aligns with KBR’s mission of operational readiness and sustainability. You’re known for your proactive approach to problem-solving and your ability to adapt in fast-paced environments. Your focus on collaboration and effective communication ensures that project goals are met on time, within scope, and with the highest standards of excellence.
This is a contingent position based upon contract award
What You'll Do
In the role of Carpenter, Supervisor, your duties will include:
Plan Facility Operations: Plan and manage operations at the facility which includes facilities planning, design, construction, and allocation of offices and furniture.
Manage Customer Requests: Oversee and resolve customer requests and inquiries related to various services such as maintenance and repair activities.
Apply Policies and Procedures: Implement and ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and best practices in facilities management and office services to maintain operational standards.
Supervise Staff: Provide general direction, supervise, and review the accuracy and effectiveness of work performed by the carpentry team, ensuring high-quality outputs.
Assign Work: Coordinate and allocate work among team members, taking into account individual strengths and project requirements to maximize productivity and quality.
Guide Less Experienced Team Members: Provide guidance and assistance to less experienced team members, helping them understand complex assignments and improving their skills.
Ensure Safety Compliance: Ensure that all activities comply with safety regulations and standards, minimizing risks associated with carpentry and facilities management tasks.
Monitor Facility Conditions: Regularly inspect and evaluate the condition of the facility's infrastructure, initiating maintenance or upgrades as necessary to ensure optimal operation and safety.
Report Management: Maintain detailed reports on operations, staff performance, and project progress to inform higher management and aid in decision-making.
Fulfill Broad Responsibilities: Handle complex assignments and fulfill broad responsibilities, adapting methods and procedures based on judgment or precedent to achieve defined outcomes.
Other duties as required.
Requirements:
Must be a US or Australian citizen
Must Possess an active US Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph or AUS PV Clearance.
7+ years’ experience in carpentry, including advanced woodworking skills and knowledge of carpentry techniques and tools.
Previous Supervisory experience.
Strong understanding of building materials and construction methods.
Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
High school diploma or equivalent; further education or certification in Carpentry or a related field is preferred.
Good physical condition and endurance, with the ability to handle physically demanding tasks.
Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Strong communication and teamwork skills, capable of working effectively with others to complete projects.
Ability to maximize technical, performance, and operational efficiencies and minimize lifecycle costs.
This role will be located in Alice Springs, at a 4,400-acre facility with approximately 687,000 square feet of mission and support space. This position is expected to be onsite 100%.
INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.
These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
