Subcontract Administrator (LSNA-TX)

Jacobs; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,900 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Unlimited PPTO

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Subcontract Administrator for Life Sciences North America to manage contracting for professional and construction services. The role may lead small projects (Total Installed Cost $50M or less) and uses best practices to handle day‑to‑day subcontracting tasks with minimal guidance.

You will coordinate procurement transactions, ensure compliance with policies, and collaborate with the Manager of Procurement Services and the Project Procurement Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, construction, supply chain, or operations management.
• 5+ years of experience in construction contracting.
• 2-5 years of experience in Biopharmaceutical/Life Science projects preferred.
• Travel 10-25% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Contract and coordinate procurement of professional and/or construction services.
• Lead small projects up to $50M Total Installed Cost.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with Project Procurement Manager and other project teams.

Skills

MS Office & Excel

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/construction/supply chain/operations management

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 facilities that are changing our world.

As a Subcontract Administrator for Life Sciences North America, you will be responsible for contracting standard to complex professional and/or construction services. The Subcontract Administrator may act as lead on small Projects (Projects with a Total Installed Cost of $50M, or less) while using best practices and knowledge of requirements to solve basic problems and handle day‑to‑day Subcontracting tasks with minimal guidance and direction.

Leverage your passion and experience as you effectively and professionally conduct and coordinate procurement transactions associated with subcontracting of services as assigned. The Subcontract Administrator demonstrates thorough knowledge and understanding of procurement concepts, principles and practices, and the techniques of ensuring task completion. They completely understand the role of procurement and its integration with other project functions, accomplishes value‑added expectations, and performs assignments in accordance with established policies and procedures.

The Subcontract Administrator reports directly to the Manager of Procurement Services (MOPS) for the office which they are assigned. While supporting Jacobs’ Projects, the Subcontract Administrator will report indirectly to the assigned Project Procurement Manager (PPM), Project Manager or Construction 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 need

• Bachelor’s degree in a business, construction, supply chain, or operations management, or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree.
• 5+ years of experience in construction contracting.
• 2-5 years of experience in Biopharmaceutical/Life Science Manufacturing Projects is preferred.
• Travel - Anticipated travel 10-25% of the time.

Ideally you’ll also have

• Experience using MS Office tools, including intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work and thrive in a team environment
• Strong problem‑solving and organizational skills
• A drive to solve complex and challenging problems.

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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 $80,900.00 to $135,000.00. 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 July 22, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.