Subcontract Manager - Heavy Industrial

Sundt Construction; Iva (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly

Bonus Eligibility

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401K

Health Coverage

Flexible Time Off

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Sundt Construction is seeking a Subcontract Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of subcontractor relationships, from prequalification to closeout. The role emphasizes ensuring adherence to contractual specs, schedules, quality, safety, and financial requirements across projects.

You will mentor staff, coordinate with project teams, and manage risk while maintaining accurate contract records. The position requires strong negotiation skills and stakeholder collaboration on diverse projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in subcontract management, contract administration, construction management, procurement, or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or related field with 0-5 years experience or 2+ years on active projects with subcontractors.
• Experience reviewing financial and contractual documentation.
• Familiarity with construction regulations, insurance, bonding and compliance practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with subcontract negotiations and procurement strategies for new projects.
• Conduct regular subcontractor performance reviews and address performance issues.
• Coordinate subcontractor onboarding, prequalification, insurance, bonding, licensing and compliance requirements.
• Review, negotiate, and administer subcontract agreements, purchase orders, change orders, and related documentation.
• Support project forecasting, cost reporting, accruals, and financial reconciliation.
• Track subcontractor deliverables, milestones, submittals, invoices, and payment applications.

Skills

Subcontract management

Contract administration

Construction management

Procurement

Mentoring/team guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Job Description

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities, and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.

Job Summary

The Subcontract Manager is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of subcontractor relationships and the direct reports that support this position. The lifecycle of the subcontractor may include prequalification, assistance with subcontractor evaluations, contract award support and management, subcontractor performance monitoring and metrics – including potential inspections, validation of quality and conformance with specifications, invoicing, reviewing any potential subcontract change orders, facilitation of communications and / or project changes, and closeout. This role ensures subcontractors meet the requirements of: The contractual specifications, Schedule – including fabrication, delivery, installation, and checkout, Quality – both off site and on project site, Safety – with a focus on project site, and financial requirements. The Subcontractor Manager also needs to be able to adapt to different project strategies as determined with the client. Certain clients might have existing relationships, commitments, or suppliers that will be engaged as subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with subcontract negotiations and procurement strategies for new projects.
• Conduct regular subcontractor performance reviews and address performance issues promptly.
• Coordinate subcontractor onboarding, prequalification, insurance, bonding, licensing, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contract terms, applicable laws, and project requirements.
• Identify contractual and commercial risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Lead subcontract closeout activities, including final payments, releases, warranties, and outstanding documentation.
• Maintain accurate contract records, correspondence, amendments, and supporting documentation.
• Manage subcontractor relationships and serve as the primary point of contact for assigned subcontractors.
• Monitor subcontractor performance against contract requirements, project schedules, budgets, quality standards, and safety expectations.
• Review and process subcontractor change requests, claims, time extensions, and potential disputes.
• Review, negotiate, and administer subcontract agreements, purchase orders, change orders, and related documentation.
• Support project forecasting, cost reporting, accruals, and financial reconciliation.
• Track subcontractor deliverables, milestones, submittals, invoices, and payment applications.
• Work closely with project managers, procurement, legal, accounting, estimating, and field teams.

Minimum Job Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in subcontract management, contract administration, construction management, procurement, or a related field. Preferred experience with managing a direct report as support of the process.
• Ability to mentor and guide others in the process of subcontractor management.
• Ability to work effectively with project teams, vendors, subcontractors, and senior management.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field with 0-5 years of experience or at least two years of experience on active projects with subcontractors.
• Experience reviewing financial and contractual documentation.
• Familiarity of applicable construction regulations, insurance requirements, bonding, and compliance practices.
• Familiarity with the subcontracting process, required deliverables, flow of relevant information to and from the subcontractor, and ability to understand and report progress of the subcontractor relative to the subcontractor's deliverables.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, subcontract agreements, change management, and claims.
• Strong understanding with the subcontracting process, required deliverables, flow of relevant information to and from the subcontractor, and ability to understand and report progress of the subcontractor relative to the subcontractor deliverables.
• The ability to be organized and handle multiple items at once either directly or through direct reports, and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to communicate priorities and resolve conflicts in a professional manner.

Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• Will interact with people and technology frequently during a shift/workday.
• Will lift, push or pull objects up to 50lbs on an occasional basis.
• Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/workday.
• Will use telephone, computer system, email, and other electronic devices on a frequent basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.

Benefit list

• Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
• Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
• Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Workplace Wellness Programs
• Mental Health Program
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee-Owner Perks
• Educational Assistance
• Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program

Notice to External Search Firms

NOTICE TO EXTERNAL SEARCH FIRMS Sundt Construction's Talent Acquisition team is the only authorized department to engage with and execute agreements on behalf of the company with external search firms, staffing agencies, and other third-party recruiting partners. Sundt Construction does not accept unsolicited candidate submissions. We will only consider candidates submitted by agencies that have a fully executed agreement with Sundt Construction on file prior to the candidate's submission.

Any candidate submitted without an active, fully executed agreement will not be considered a qualified referral, and Sundt Construction assumes no obligation to pay any placement or recruiting fees. Additionally, any unsolicited resumes submitted to any Sundt Construction employee—including hiring managers or other personnel—will be deemed the property of Sundt Construction without any obligation to the submitting agency.

About Us

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.