Title:
IT EPC Project Manager

Job Title: IT EPC Project Manager
Company: KBR-Iraq
Location: Basra, Iraq
Employment Type: Full-time, Contract

Rotation: 28/28

Required: Expats

About Company

"Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

The KBR team delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets."

Preface

We are seeking an experienced IT EPC Project Manager / IT Sr. Project Advisor with a strong background in Oil & Gas operations. The ideal candidate will have 15 years of experience and will support the IT Applications - IT&IM Business Manager and the Site IT Manager. This role requires expertise in IT project management, cost control, planning, and execution of intelligent oil field initiatives.

Professional Summary

Highly skilled IT EPC Project Manager / IT Sr. Project Advisor with over 15 years of experience in the Oil & Gas operational sector. Proficient in IT systems, cost control, PMP methodologies, AGILE frameworks, and strategic planning activities. Demonstrated ability to lead complex IT projects, optimize resources, and deliver intelligent oil field execution solutions. Strong leadership and advisory capabilities to ensure alignment with business objectives and operational excellence.

Core Competencies

• IT Project Management and Execution

• Cost Control and Budget Planning

• Strategic IT Planning and Governance

• PMP and AGILE Methodologies

• Risk Management and Compliance

• Vendor and Stakeholder Management

• Digital Transformation and Intelligent Oil Field Solutions

• IoT Integration and Automation

• Data Management and Analytics

• Infrastructure and Application Lifecycle Management

• Project IM and Advisory Services

• Change Management and Continuous Improvement

Professional Experience

• Lead EPC IT projects ensuring timely delivery and adherence to scope and budget.

• Manage cost control processes and financial planning for IT initiatives.

• Oversee general IT project management activities within oil field operations.

• Develop and implement IT planning strategies aligned with business goals.

• Coordinate IT planning sessions and resource allocation for multiple projects.

• Drive intelligent IT solutions for oil field automation and optimization.

• Integrate IoT technologies to enhance operational efficiency and data collection.

• Provide IT-focused advisory services for infrastructure and application upgrades.

• Ensure compliance with PMP and AGILE methodologies across all projects.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver digital transformation initiatives.

• Prepare detailed project reports and present findings to senior management.

• Mentor junior IT staff and promote knowledge sharing within the team.

Certifications

• PMP (Project Management Professional)

• AGILE/Scrum Certification

• ITIL Foundation

• Relevant Oil & Gas Industry Certifications

Technical Skills

• Enterprise IT Architecture

• Cloud Platforms (Azure, AWS)

• IoT Solutions and Integration

• SAP and ERP Systems

• Data Analytics and BI Tools

Languages

• English: Fluent

• Arabic: Native

• Chinese: Advantageous

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Deliver EPC IT projects within agreed timelines and budgets.

• Maintain compliance with PMP and AGILE standards.

• Achieve cost optimization targets for IT projects.

• Ensure successful integration of IoT and intelligent IT solutions.

• Provide accurate and timely project reporting to stakeholders.

Reporting Structure

Reports directly to the IT&IM Business Manager and Site IT Manager. Collaborates with project teams, vendors, and corporate IT departments for successful project execution.