Senior Subcontracts Specialist

Worley; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Three weeks vacation

Friday afternoons off

Hybrid work model

Site assignments potential

Job summary

Worley in Edmonton, AB is seeking a Senior Subcontracts Specialist to lead our Subcontracts team for major industrial construction projects. You will develop subcontracting strategies, manage RFQ/RFP processes, and negotiate critical agreements to drive project success.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years of subcontract or contract management experience, strong negotiation and communication skills, and a proven ability to influence stakeholders across project teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of subcontract, procurement, or contract management experience.
• Experience supporting major industrial construction or capital projects.
• Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and commercial skills.
• The ability to influence stakeholders and manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop subcontracting and sourcing strategies with project teams.
• Lead RFQ/RFP processes, bid evaluations, negotiations, and contract awards.
• Build scopes of work and commercial agreements with internal stakeholders.
• Identify, evaluate, and engage qualified subcontractors.
• Manage subcontract performance, changes, invoicing, claims, and closeout activities.
• Provide contract and commercial guidance to project teams.
• Build strong relationships with subcontractors, clients, and internal stakeholders.
• Mentor team members and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Commercial skills

Education

SCMP designation

Post-secondary education

Job description

Edmonton, AB

Shape the Commercial Success of Major Projects

At Worley, we're a global team of energy, chemicals, and resources experts delivering some of the world's most complex projects. Across consulting, engineering, procurement, construction, and operations, we help our customers create lasting value while supporting the transition to a more sustainable future.

We're seeking an experienced Senior Subcontracts Specialist to join and lead our Subcontracts team with Worley Construction Canada. This is a strategic role for a commercially minded professional who enjoys leading complex subcontracting packages, developing sourcing strategies, negotiating agreements, and partnering with project teams to drive successful project outcomes.

Why Join Worley?

You’ll Gain

• Exposure to major industrial construction, energy, and infrastructure projects
• A strategic role with direct influence on commercial and project outcomes
• Career growth opportunities across Canada's project portfolio and the global Worley network
• The ability to mentor and develop others while expanding your own leadership capabilities

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Immediate health and dental benefits
• Three weeks of paid vacation annually
• Friday afternoons off
• Hybrid work arrangement:
  • Monday to Thursday: In office
  • Friday: Flexible work location with a half-day schedule
• Potential future site assignments for those interested in expanding their project experience

What You'll Do

As a Senior Subcontracts Specialist, you'll lead the subcontracting process for major industrial construction projects, helping ensure commercial success from planning through execution.

You Will

• Develop subcontracting and sourcing strategies with project teams
• Lead RFQ/RFP processes, bid evaluations, negotiations, and contract awards
• Build strong scopes of work and commercial agreements with internal stakeholders
• Identify, evaluate, and engage qualified subcontractors
• Manage subcontract performance, changes, invoicing, claims, and closeout activities
• Provide contract and commercial guidance to project teams
• Build strong relationships with subcontractors, clients, and internal stakeholders
• Mentor team members and support continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years of subcontract, procurement, or contract management experience
• Experience supporting major industrial construction or capital projects
• Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and commercial skills"+ "
• The ability to influence stakeholders and manage competing priorities
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Considered An Asset

• SCMP designation
• Relevant post-secondary education

Moving Forward Together

At Worley, we're creating a culture where people are empowered to do their best work. We value diverse perspectives, encourage innovation, and invest in the growth and development of our people.

If you're a commercial and procurement professional looking to influence major project outcomes, lead complex subcontract strategies, and advance your career with a global organization, we'd like to hear from you.

Join Worley and help deliver the projects that power communities, support industry, and shape a more sustainable future.