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    Stuart J. B. Bradie

    President and Chief Executive Officer at KBR Inc
    Board
    Since 2014
    Age
    58 years
    Education
    Earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Aberdeen University and a Master of Business Administration from Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University.
    Tenure
    Has served as President and Chief Executive Officer at KBR since 2014, driving significant growth and expansion.

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    About

    Stuart J. B. Bradie, aged 58, is a seasoned executive with a robust academic foundation in mechanical engineering and business administration. He holds a Bachelor of Science from Aberdeen University and an MBA from Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University, showcasing his commitment to technical excellence and strategic management.

    Since 2014, he has served as the President and Chief Executive Officer at KBR, where his leadership has been instrumental in steering the company through growth, expansion, and operational excellence. His tenure at KBR reflects a dedication to fostering innovation and securing key partnerships that have elevated the company’s market position.

    Before his current role, he built an impressive career with extensive global experience, including leadership roles at major companies in over 40 countries. His prior experience with roles such as Group Managing Director for WorleyParsons underscores his capability in managing complex operations and diverse teams.

    $KBR Performance Under Stuart J. B. Bradie

    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    WorleyParsons Group Managing Director – Operations and Delivery N/A Managed operations and delivery globally
    WorleyParsons Managing Director across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East N/A Oversaw operations in these regions
    PT Kvaerner Indonesia Managing Director N/A Led operations in Indonesia
    Kvaerner Philippines Country Manager N/A Managed operations in the Philippines

    External Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate Range
    Rolls Royce Holdings Plc Board Member N/A

    Fixed Compensation

    Data from  FY 2024
    Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
    Salary$1,284,698 AnnualBase pay including elective deferrals; converted from British Pounds using exchange rates ranging from 1.2494 to 1.3380
    Stock Awards$4,819,548 Vesting as determined by planAggregate grant date fair value under the KBR Stock and Incentive Plan
    Non-Equity Incentive Plan Compensation$6,267,669 2024 Performance PeriodIncludes payments under the Performance Pay Plan and vesting of prior performance awards
    Change in Pension Value and Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Earnings$3,850 Annual adjustmentReflects change in pension value and nonqualified deferred compensation earnings
    All Other Compensation$181,180 AnnualIncludes contributions to retirement plans and various benefits
    Stock Vested109,891 shares, $6,455,067 On vesting dateIncludes RSUs, PSUs, and performance awards vested during 2024
    Potential Payments – Change in Control with Involuntary Termination$32,829,997 Upon termination/change in control eventBreakdown: Stock Awards ($5,200,374), Performance Awards ($15,263,755), Cash Severance ($12,365,868)
    Potential Payments – Retirement, Disability, or Death$18,019,227 Upon retirement/disability/death eventBreakdown: Stock Awards ($5,200,374), Performance Awards ($10,244,628), Cash Severance ($2,574,225)
    Potential Payments – Involuntary Not For Cause or Voluntary for Good Reason Termination$6,375,000 Upon termination eventCash Severance payment
    Potential Payments – For Cause or Voluntary without Good Reason$0 N/ANo payment under these conditions

    Performance Compensation

    Data from  FY 2024

    TSR-Based Performance Awards

    MetricThresholdTargetMaximumVesting ScheduleGrant DateGrant Date Fair ValueAdditional Details
    TSR (Total Shareholder Return)637,500 units 2,550,000 units 5,100,000 units End of 3-year period (2024-2026) February 22, 2024 $2,269,500 Settled in KBR common stock; settlement may vary from 0% to 200% based on performance

    B2B-Based Performance Awards

    MetricThresholdTargetMaximumVesting ScheduleGrant DateGrant Date Fair ValueAdditional Details
    Book-to-Bill (B2B) Ratio0.90 (25% payout) 1.05 (100% payout) ≥1.20 (200% payout) End of 3-year period (2024-2026) February 22, 2024 $2,550,000 Represents 50% of total performance awards; annual targets set with averaging over the period; 20% subject to forfeiture if 2024 were unsuccessful (no forfeiture applied)

    Short-Term Incentive (STI)

    MetricThresholdTargetMaximumWeight / PayoutActual Results / PayoutVesting ScheduleAdditional Details
    KBR Adjusted EPS---84.6% Result: $3.34 AnnualMeasures adjusted EPS for KBR
    KBR Adjusted Consolidated OCF---22.5% Result: $462 million AnnualMeasures operating cash flow
    Zero Harm / Sustainability---10% Payout: $191,250 AnnualFocus on health, safety, security, and environmental goals
    Financial Metrics (Aggregate)25% of base salary100% of base salary200% of base salary107.1% Financial Metrics Payout: $2,048,288 AnnualBased on performance against established financial metrics
    KPI (Key Performance Indicators)---17.5% Payout: $334,687 AnnualIncludes individual executive performance goals
    Overall STI Payout25% of base salary100% of base salary200% of base salary-Target Payout: $1,912,500; Actual Payout: $2,574,225 AnnualSTI awards are based on a combination of individual and company performance; no multi-year vesting