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Stuart J. B. Bradie

President and Chief Executive Officer at KBR
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.

Also at KBR

AGV
Alison G. Vasquez
Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer
GSC
Gregory S. Conlon
Chief Digital and Development Officer
JCM
Jenni C. Myles
Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer

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