Title:

Construction Coordinator

Company: KBR
Project: ROO Project, Iraq
Location: Basra, Iraq – On-site
Rotation: 28/28 days

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."

Job Purpose

Provide on-site coordination and day-to-day supervision of construction activities on the ROO brownfield project to ensure safe, timely, and quality-focused execution.Serve as the on-site liaison between construction teams, engineering, procurement, and project controls to ensure alignment with specifications, schedules, and safety standards.Support the on-site Project Manager in planning, resource coordination, progress tracking, issue resolution, and reporting.

Job Responsibilities

On-site Coordination and Execution

Coordinate daily field activities with subcontractors and internal crews to optimize work sequencing and productivity.Monitor work progress, verify field changes, and ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and procedures.Support commissioning readiness by coordinating handover packages and punch lists.

Safety, Quality, and Compliance

Enforce site safety rules, permit-to-work systems, and risk controls; participate in safety meetings and near-miss investigations.Help ensure quality control through adherence to QA/QC procedures, inspection checklists, and workmanship standards.Ensure compliance with KBR standards, Iraqi regulations, and project-specific requirements.

Scheduling and Resource Coordination

Communicate daily and weekly work plans to field teams; track progress against the baseline schedule.Coordinate material deliveries, equipment mobilization, and contractor readiness to minimize downtime.Flag potential schedule conflicts and support mitigation planning with the Project Controls team.

Documentation and Reporting

Maintain accurate site logs, daily progress reports, field change notices, and as-built information.Support the preparation of progress, productivity, and safety reports for project leadership.Ensure proper documentation for QA/QC, permits, and compliance records.

Issue Resolution and Interface Management

Identify field issues, coordinate with engineering and procurement to resolve design or material challenges.Manage interfaces between construction, mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines to maintain alignment.

Close-out and Handover

Support final inspections, turnover packages, and commissioning handover activities.Assist in creating as-built documentation and project close-out deliverables.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred; technical diploma acceptable with relevant experience.25+ years of experience in construction within brownfield or on-site environments, ideally in oil & gas or energy sectors.Proven track record coordinating multi-discipline field teams on complex projects.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and field QA/QC practices.Familiarity with project controls interfaces (scheduling input, progress measurement, and change management) and common construction management software or tools.Understanding of safety regulations, permit-to-work processes, and regulatory compliance in Iraq.

Soft Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse teams.Proactive problem-solving, with strong organizational and time-management abilities.Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage changing field conditions.Collaborative approach with a focus on teamwork and on-site leadership.

Work Environment

On-site Basra, Iraq, 28/28 rotation.Industrial construction environment typical of brownfield oil & gas projects.Exposure to outdoor conditions, heavy equipment, and construction activities.Access-controlled site with compliance to security and safety protocols.