Tell me about any experience you may have in overseeing the performance of other contractors.
"I have approximately two years experience when it comes to leading and coaching other contractors. In my most recent position, I led a team of 25 employees ranging from general laborers to junior project managers."
"My experience in overseeing other contractors includes my current team of 4 tradesmen. I review their work throughout the day and do random safety checks. I enjoy working in this type of role because I am a natural leader and mentor. I especially enjoy training junior tradesmen."
Candidates interviewing for leadership roles frequently mention being asked about their experience in managing contract or contingent resources. Likewise, it is mentioned in the required or preferred qualifications of several positions at KBR.
To prepare, think about the amount of time you've managed contract resources across the various roles you've held. Be ready to describe the number of resources you've managed and the types of positions they held.
It is best to keep your answers to questions like these brief and then allow your interviewer to dig further as needed. Discuss the general details of your experience and convince your KBR interviewer you are ready to handle this aspect of the job successfully if hired.
If you haven't had direct management experience, describe any work you've done to train, mentor, or coach contract resources.
