Subcontract Administrator (construction services)

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Flexible benefits

Family support

Hybrid/Office option

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. in Kraków is seeking a Subcontract Administrator to join our expanding GBS Procurement Team. You will manage end-to-end subcontracting for professional and construction services, from sourcing and bid evaluation to contract award and execution.

The role requires 5+ years in construction contracting, a Bachelor’s in business/construction, MS Office proficiency, and strong communication. You will work late shifts with a hybrid office option.

Qualifications

• Available to work late shifts (12 pm – 8 PM local Krakow time).
• Bachelor’s degree in business, construction, supply chain, or operations management, or equivalent project experience.
• 5+ years of experience in construction contracting.
• 2-5 years of experience in Biopharmaceutical/Life Science Manufacturing Projects is preferred.
• Experience using MS Office tools, including intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work and thrive in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• A drive to solve complex and challenging problems.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end subcontracting process for professional and construction services, from sourcing and bid evaluation to contract award and execution.
• Coordinate procurement activities related to subcontracted services, ensuring compliance with project requirements, company policies, and established procedures.
• Collaborate closely with Project Procurement Managers, Project Managers, Construction Managers, and other stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
• Lead subcontract administration activities for small projects and independently manage day-to-day subcontracting tasks with minimal supervision.
• Apply procurement best practices and knowledge of subcontracting principles to ensure effective execution of subcontracting activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

MS Excel

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, construction, supply chain, or operations management

Equivalent project experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Subcontract Administrator (construction services)

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we deliver projects that truly make a difference — from smart manufacturing and sustainable water systems to modern infrastructure and cutting-edge technologies. Our solutions support the development of cities, industries, and innovation, addressing today’s challenges both locally and globally.

Currently, we are expanding the GBS Procurement Team and are looking for experienced professionals for the position of Subcontract Administrator.

In this role, you'll be responsible for:

• Manage the end-to-end subcontracting process for professional and construction services, from sourcing and bid evaluation to contract award and execution.
• Coordinate procurement activities related to subcontracted services, ensuring compliance with project requirements, company policies, and established procedures.
• Collaborate closely with Project Procurement Managers, Project Managers, Construction Managers, and other stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
• Lead subcontract administration activities for small projects and independently manage day-to-day subcontracting tasks with minimal supervision.
• Apply procurement best practices and knowledge of subcontracting principles to ensure effective execution of subcontracting activities.

Our offer:

• The opportunity to work in an experienced team within a global company operating across all areas of infrastructure investment.
• A comprehensive benefits package: private medical care, additional life insurance, flexible benefits selection via the MyBenefit platform, support for employees and their families in challenging life situations, and much more.
• Option to work from the office or in a hybrid model.
• Learn more about our benefits and work culture here !

Here’s what you’ll need

• Available to work late shifts (12 pm – 8 PM local Krakow time, working days Monday to Friday).
• Bachelor’s degree in a business, construction, supply chain, or operations management, or equivalent project experience.
• 5+ years of experience in construction contracting.
• 2-5 years of experience in Biopharmaceutical/Life Science Manufacturing Projects is preferred.
• Experience using MS Office tools, including intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work and thrive in a team environment
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• A drive to solve complex and challenging problems.

We believe that by being inclusive, we bring ourselves closer together and foster greater creativity. We welcome people as they are. Learn more here .

Join us and build your career in an international environment, alongside people who are passionate about shaping the future.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .