Strategic Subcontracts Lead – Construction & Contracts

Bechtel Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation in Houston, TX seeks a Subcontract Administrator to participate in the award and administration of subcontracts. You will oversee supervision, progress reviews, forecasting, and resolution of obstacles to avoid delays in project execution.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and 5–8 years of relevant experience, with strong skills in contract administration and effective communication across project teams.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in the commercial administration of construction contracts.
• Desirable knowledge of contract formation and administration.
• Strong written and oral communication with project teams and leaders.
• Familiarity with RFIs, change notices, change orders, amendments, and claims.
• Basic understanding of procurement regulations and practices.

Responsibilities

• Implements and supervises subcontract management tasks per Project requirements.
• Monitors progress and flags financial or technical risks to management.
• Coordinates with staff on contractual rights, obligations, and key issues.
• Interprets subcontract terms and communicates understanding across teams.
• Prepares periodic status reports for management.

Skills

Commercial administration

Contract formation

Effective communication

Change management (RFIs)

Procurement regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Bechtel Corporation in Houston, TX seeks a Subcontract Administrator to participate in the award and administration of subcontracts. You will oversee supervision, progress reviews, forecasting, and resolution of obstacles to avoid delays in project execution.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and 5–8 years of relevant experience, with strong skills in contract administration and effective communication across project teams.