Subcontract Manager [HOU]

Hanwha Ocean EPU; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Ocean EPU is seeking a Subcontract Manager to oversee subcontracting for offshore and onshore projects. The role ensures cost, schedule, quality, and contractual compliance through strategy, vendor selection, and performance management.

Close coordination with engineering, quality, construction, finance, and project controls is essential to meet project objectives. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in procurement or contract administration within EPC or industrial settings, strong

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, subcontract management, or contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement subcontracting strategies aligned with project execution plans.
• Lead RFQ/RFP processes for subcontract packages, including evaluations.
• Negotiate and finalize subcontractor agreements and administer change orders.
• Monitor subcontractor performance for cost, schedule, quality, and HSSE compliance.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to align subcontracting activities.

Skills

Negotiation

Procurement

RFQ/RFP

Contract administration

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or engineering

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

Location:

Houston, TX, US, 77079

Requisition ID: 1652

Introduction

At Hanwha Ocean EPU, we empower our people to engineer the future of sustainable energy through meaningful work on cutting‑edge offshore, onshore, and global infrastructure projects that create lasting impact for industries and communities worldwide.

As we evolve into a comprehensive EPCI(O) solutions provider, our expanding portfolio now spans FPSO, FLNG, floating production units, renewables, onshore power generation, and future centric infrastructure projects. Our globally connected teams collaborate across regions and disciplines to solve complex engineering challenges and deliver world‑class end‑to‑end solutions.

Explore opportunities to be part of our dynamic team at the Energy Plant Unit and contribute to groundbreaking projects that redefine the onshore and offshore industry. #OneEPU

“Build, what matters. Grow, without limits. Power, the future with Hanwha Ocean EPU”

Position Overview

The Subcontract Manager is responsible for managing subcontracting activities to ensure successful project execution in terms of cost, schedule, quality, and contractual compliance.

This role oversees subcontract strategy, vendor selection, contract administration, and performance management, ensuring alignment with project and business objectives across offshore and onshore plant projects.

The role supports reliable and cost‑effective project delivery by integrating procurement strategy, supplier performance, subcontract management, contract administration, logistics planning, and material availability with project priorities. It is expected to maintain close coordination with engineering, quality, construction, finance, and project controls to ensure that supply chain activities support schedule commitments, technical compliance, and commercial objectives.

At this level, the role manages defined scopes, teams, or operational processes with accountability for execution performance, issue resolution, and stakeholder alignment. The position is expected to balance delivery requirements, governance expectations, and people coordination while maintaining reliable communication, reporting, and follow‑through.

Key Responsibility

• Develop and implement subcontracting strategies aligned with project execution plans and business objectives.
• Manage subcontractor pre‑qualification, evaluation, and selection processes.
• Lead RFQ/RFP processes for subcontract packages, including technical and commercial evaluations.
• Lead subcontract negotiations and finalize contractual agreements with subcontractors.
• Administer subcontract agreements, including change orders, claims, and variations.
• Monitor subcontractor performance in terms of cost, schedule, quality, and HSSE compliance.
• Coordinate with project, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure alignment of subcontracting activities.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to subcontracting scope, execution, and contract performance.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, company policies, and applicable regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost optimization initiatives in subcontract management.

Qualification

• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, subcontract management, or contract administration.
• Experience in EPC, offshore, onshore plant, or industrial project environments is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of subcontracting processes, contract administration, and commercial terms.
• Experience in RFQ/RFP processes, bid evaluation, and subcontract execution support.
• Understanding of subcontract scope, deliverables, and coordination with engineering and project teams.
• Experience working in a matrix organization and project‑based business environment is preferred.
• Strong coordination and communication skills with internal stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage documentation and multiple tasks.
• Fluent English communication skills preferred; additional language capability is an advantage.

Diversity and Inclusion

Hanwha believes that diversity and inclusion are vital to our success. We believe that by embracing different ideas and approaches, we enhance our ability to deliver the best results for our employees, our environment, and ultimately our business partners and customers. We foster a culture where all colleagues are able to share their passions and ideas in order that we may collectively embrace and overcome the challenges in our industry, and work toward a brighter future.

Hanwha is an Equal Opportunity / Affermative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.

Nearest Major Market: Houston