Human Resources Business Partner

About the role

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage routine HR processes and transactions with accuracy, responsiveness, and attention to detail using tools including Workday.
• Support employee lifecycle activities including policy administration, onboarding, compensation and classification reviews, and other operational HR responsibilities.
• Ensure HR programs and processes are implemented consistently and effectively.
• Respond to employee and manager inquiries while maintaining a high level of customer service.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and enhance the employee experience.
• Provide day-to-day coaching and support to managers on performance management, employee development, classification and compensation, communication, and team effectiveness.
• Encourage employee growth and career development by connecting individuals with appropriate development opportunities and resources.
• Support change management and organizational initiatives through effective communication and leadership support.
• Partner with managers and employees to understand business needs, workforce challenges, and opportunities for organizational improvement.
• Provide practical HR guidance and recommendations that support both employee success and business objectives.
• Develop consultative skills by working with leaders to address people-related challenges and implement effective solutions.
• Build credibility and trusted relationships with leaders and employees across the organization.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen team effectiveness, employee engagement, and organizational performance.

Relevant Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Relevant experience is acceptable in lieu of degree.
• 5–8 years of progressive Human Resources experience with exposure to multiple HR disciplines.
• Experience supporting managers and employees in a generalist, HRBP, or employee relations-focused role.
• Demonstrated proficiency in IT skills encompassing fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Possess critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze situations, weigh available options, and identify the best course of action.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and provide HR guidance in a business environment.
• Experience handling employee relations matters and participating in workplace investigations.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Able and willing to work a hybrid schedule in an office environment at least three days per week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a large engineering or professional services business.
• DoD (Department of Defense) experience.
• Experience working with large-scale HR Information Systems such as Workday.
• Experience with / knowledge of Davis Bacon or Service Contract Act populations.
• Compensation and classification working knowledge, including FLSA and other state and federal wage and hour laws.
• Possess emerging digital fluency with a strong interest in using AI-powered tools, automation platforms, and HR technologies to improve workflows, increase productivity, and support organizational objectives.
• SHRM-CP or HRCI PHR/SPHR certification in Human Resources Management.

Basic Compensation

$93,000.00 - 140,000.00. 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.

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.

Company Culture

We Deliver – Together. 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.