Sr Subcontract Administrator (Data Centers)

Jacobs; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 92,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase discount

Unlimited PPTO

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Subcontract Administrator for Advanced Manufacturing, responsible for contracting major construction services on mid to large projects with Total Installed Cost of $50M–$750M. You will guide procurement activities, manage subcontractor relationships, and lead negotiations to optimize value and schedule alignment.

Reporting to the Director of Supply Management, AM, you will oversee subcontracting on complex programs, mentor junior staff, and ensure adherence to policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent project experience in business, construction, supply chain, or operations management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment with schedule-driven deliverables.
• Experience in capital construction contracting on EPCM projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop upfront procurement planning activities and subcontracting strategies.
• Provide guidance to subcontract technicians and administrators on project teams.
• Lead subcontracting efforts for major or complex construction services on large projects.
• Coordinate subcontract procurement agreements and change orders to meet project objectives.
• Review subcontract invoices and ensure compliance with terms.
• Maintain subcontracting documentation and manage risk.
• Prepare bid evaluations, pricing, and negotiation strategies with suppliers.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Team work

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

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

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

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’re not just building structures,we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their state-of-the-art facilitiesthat are changing our world.

As a Senior Subcontract Administrator for Advanced Manufacturing, you will be responsible for contracting with major construction services for mid to large-sized Projects (Projects with a Total Installed Cost of $50M - $750M). The Senior Subcontract Administrator applies functional knowledge and existing methodologies to solve complex problems while implementing innovative solutions. Dedicated lead on projects with accountability for team members and ongoing activities or objectives.

Leverage your passion and experience as you conduct and coordinate procurement transactions associated with purchasing complex large professional and/or construction services. The Senior Subcontract Administrator has thorough knowledge and understanding of procurement concepts, principles and practices, and the techniques of ensuring task completion. They understand the role of procurement and its integration with other project functions, accomplish value-added expectations, and perform assignments in accordance with established policies and procedures. The Senior Subcontract Administrator has the demonstrated experience to advance the knowledge of a subject area or commodity.

The Senior Subcontract Administrator reports directly to the Director of Supply Management, Advanced Manufacturing (AM). While supporting Jacobs’ Projects, the Senior Subcontract Administrator will report indirectly to the assigned Project Procurement Manager (PPM) or Project Manager.

Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment and we will help you grow, pursue and fulfill what inspires you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together!

Here’s What You’ll Do

• If a Subcontracts Lead, develop upfront Procurement planning activities such as providing into the Supply Management Execution Plan (SMEP), establishing Subcontracting Strategies, and developing project-specific templates, reports and tools
• If a Subcontracts Lead, provide general guidance to subcontracts technicians and associate subcontract administrators who may be assigned to the Project. This typically includes providing on-the-job training, offering support and guidance, performing supply management systems instruction, and managing package assignments.
• If a Subcontracts Lead, use critical thinking and problem solving to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the Project’s subcontracting efforts.
• Subcontracting assignments typically will consist of major or complex construction services on larger projects, or assignment as the Subcontracts Lead for all subcontracting on a medium to large size project.
• Utilizes established policies, procedures, systems, and tools
• Coordinates the subcontracted services Procurement Agreements and change orders (modifications) to accomplish project or group objectives and obligations.
• Reviews subcontracts-related invoices and ensures that invoices are approved in accordance with terms and conditions agreed within the subcontract.
• Evaluates facts surrounding subcontract-related problem areas and applies remedies to resolve it
• Maintains subcontracting documentation in a repository
• Identifies and advise management of subcontract-related risks.
• Prepares bidder lists, qualifies bidders, prepares requests for quotation, and conducts bid evaluations
• Prepares proposal deliverables, such as pricing of subcontracted services, execution approach narratives, and labor hour estimates for subcontracting
• Recommends source selections, development of negotiation strategies, plan and lead subcontract negotiations and coordinate final negotiations with legal department.
• Coordinate clarification meetings with bidders and Project team
• Prepare commercial bid evaluations.
• Route requisition for award documents to project team for approvals.
• Draft award Subcontract documents and issue to successful bidder
• Manage change orders
• Mitigate Subcontractor risk and assist with any claims or disputes.
• Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations. No direct reports. Supervises the work of less senior subcontract administrators who assist with the purchasing activities.

Here’s what you\’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree in a business, construction, supply chain, or operations management, or equivalent project experience
• 10+ years of experience in capital construction contracting on EPCM Projects is preferred
• 5+ years of experience in Biopharmaceutical/Life Science Manufacturing or Data Center Projects is preferred.
• Experience using MS Office tools, including intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong Team Work.
• Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment with schedule driven deliverables.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• A drive to solve complex and challenging problems.
• Willingness to indirectly lead and mentor a team of Subcontract Administration professionals

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $92,000.00 to $126,500.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on April 16, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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