Senior Subcontracts Administrator - Primoris Energy Services - Hubbard, Texas

12 Primoris Energy Services Corp; Texas; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) matching

ESPP

Pet coverage

Legal assistance

Safety programs

Job summary

Primoris Energy Services seeks a Senior Subcontracts Administrator to own the full lifecycle of construction and engineering subcontracts for energy projects in the United States. You will negotiate terms, review proposals, and ensure compliance with policies, client requirements, and regulations.

You will collaborate with project teams, procurement, and legal, manage change orders and disputes, mentor juniors, and support pre-qualification.

Job description

Job Overview:

The Senior Subcontracts Administrator will be responsible for the full lifecycle management of subcontracts for various energy services projects, ensuring compliance with company policies, client requirements, and regulatory standards. This role involves significant collaboration with project teams, procurement, and legal departments.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, negotiate, and administer complex subcontracts for construction, engineering, and maintenance services within the energy sector.
• Prepare requests for proposals (RFPs), bid packages, and other procurement documents.
• Evaluate subcontractor proposals, conduct cost analysis, and recommend selection of subcontractors.
• Negotiate contract terms and conditions, including scope of work, pricing, schedules, and legal clauses, to protect company interests.
• Ensure all subcontracts comply with corporate policies, client specific requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, manage change orders, claims, and disputes, and resolve contractual issues effectively.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, construction managers, engineering teams, and legal counsel throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive subcontract files and documentation.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior subcontract administrators.
• Participate in subcontractor pre‑qualification processes and performance evaluations.
• Identify and mitigate potential subcontract‑related risks.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in subcontracts administration, procurement, or contract management within the energy, industrial, or heavy construction sectors.
• Proven experience negotiating and managing complex subcontracts valued in the millions.
• Strong understanding of various contract types (e.g., lump sum, cost-plus, time and materials).
• In‑depth knowledge of contractual terms and conditions, legal implications, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Excellent negotiation, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and blueprints.

Company Overview:

Primoris Energy Services is a major direct‑hire contractor in the U.S. delivering self‑performed turnkey industrial construction and EPC services. We offer these services to our clients within the refining, gas processing, chemical/petrochemical, hydrogen, power generation, mining, pulp and paper industries from the first groundbreaking activity all the way through commissioning and start‑up of the project.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
• Best‑in‑class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Pet coverage for your furry friends.
• Legal assistance coverage.
• Award‑winning safety programs.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Power Your Potential. As a premier specialty contractor, we deliver critical infrastructure services to the utility and energy markets throughout the United States and Canada. We're proud to provide unmatched value to our clients, a safe work environment to our employees, and innovation to our communities. When you're part of our team, the opportunities are endless. From career advancement to worldclass benefits, we value, safeguard, invest in, and motivate our employees as we build the future, together.