Contracts & Subcontract Manager - Hybrid (Houston)

CoVolt Power; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CoVoltPower, a leading utility-scale EPC firm in Houston, seeks a Contracts Manager to oversee subcontract management on multiple projects, from prequalification and bid analysis to change orders and closeout. The role is based in Downtown Houston on a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 remote).

You will negotiate terms, align with Quality and Safety standards, build subcontractor relationships, and support project teams with scope exhibits and flow-downs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong writing skills (technical or other writing experience).
• Understanding of the construction project management process.
• Knowledge of contract terminology.
• Solid negotiating skills: Ability to influence others.
• Problem solving with value-added solutions.
• Ability to gather information and make decisions; strong cross-functional communication.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate alignment with core principles and company culture.
• Review bids from Subcontractors and Vendors.
• Analyze proposals and prepare bid comparisons.
• Assist Project Teams with scope exhibits for Subcontract Agreements, including schedule requirements.
• Negotiate terms and conditions for Project Agreements.
• Lead Subcontract Meetings with project teams.
• Manage Change Orders and Change Management on projects.
• Assist Pre-Construction in identifying suitable Subcontractors and ensuring compliance with Owner requirements.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Subcontractors and project teams.
• Ensure ERP commitments on agreements and change orders.
• Read and understand Owner Contracts to identify flow-downs to include in Agreements.
• Ensure Subcontractors comply with Quality and Safety standards.
• Coordinate the handover of Agreements to project teams.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Subcontract management

Vendor management

Written communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management / business administration / construction management

Tools

MS Office

Contract management software

Job description

CoVoltPower, a leading utility-scale EPC firm in Houston, seeks a Contracts Manager to oversee subcontract management on multiple projects, from prequalification and bid analysis to change orders and closeout. The role is based in Downtown Houston on a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 remote).

You will negotiate terms, align with Quality and Safety standards, build subcontractor relationships, and support project teams with scope exhibits and flow-downs.