Associate Specialist, Subcontracts

KBR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking an Associate Specialist, Subcontracts to oversee and perform a full range of subcontract administration/management activities. This role involves qualifying suppliers, issuing RFQs, evaluating proposals, and maintaining subcontract files, ensuring seamless integration with cost, schedule, technical, and quality management across multiple projects.

The successful candidate will manage procurement lifecycle from pre-award to closeout, demonstrate strong negotiation and communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of subcontract administration or related procurement experience.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and subcontract management.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage the lifecycle of procurement as related to subcontracting from pre-award to closeout.
• Issue requests for proposals, evaluate proposals, and qualify suppliers.
• Maintain accurate subcontract files in compliance with established procedures.
• Process subcontract changes and closeouts in a timely and accurate manner.
• Display expertise within the subcontracting focus and seek continuous improvement within both processes and individual skills.

Skills

Procurement processes

Proposal evaluation

Subcontract management

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Procurement software

Contract management systems

Job description

Title:

Associate Specialist, Subcontracts

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! - At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.

Program Summary

KBR's Readiness and Sustainment (R&S) division is the Team Behind the Mission. We deliver mission critical services to the U.S. military and coalition partners around the world. Our key capabilities include base operations; contingency and expeditionary support; next generation asset management; digitally focused logistics; prepositioned stock; and integrated supply chain management.

Job Summary

KBR is seeking a highly motivated Associate Specialist, Subcontracts to oversee and perform a full range of subcontract administration/management activities associated with subcontracting work. This includes qualifying suppliers, issuing requests for proposals, evaluating proposals, and maintaining subcontract files in accordance with established procedures. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing subcontracting work as assigned on multiple projects and ensuring the seamless integration of subcontract work within the broader program including cost, schedule, technical, and quality management.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Effectively manage the lifecycle of procurement as related to subcontracting from pre-award to closeout
• Issue requests for proposals, evaluate proposals, and qualify suppliers
• Maintain accurate subcontract files in compliance with established procedures
• Process subcontract changes and closeouts in a timely and accurate manner
• Display expertise within the subcontracting focus and seek continuous improvement within both processes and individual skills

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• At least 2+ years of experience in subcontract administration or related procurement activities
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, proposal evaluation, and subcontract management
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Government Contractor / Government Solutions experience highly desirable
• Previous experience working with government contracts and understanding of compliance requirements
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with subcontractor claims resolution
• Experience using procurement software or contract management systems

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.