Subcontracts Administrator

Trinzic; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Subcontracts Administrator in Houston, TX to manage complex government and commercial subcontracts. You will develop solicitations, review pre-solicitation and award activities, and ensure compliance with policy, risk, and regulatory requirements while coordinating with finance, accounting, and business development teams.

The role requires strong organizational skills, flawless communication, and the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; 5–8 years of experience in subcontracts administration for a federal contractor or equivalent.
• Must be organized, detail oriented and manage multiple projects with limited supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Able to develop and maintain professional relationships and contribute to a team environment with integrity and a positive attitude.
• Excellent MS Word and MS Excel skills; experience with Deltek, Costpoint is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute highly complex subcontracts; experience with TINA subcontracts and supplier management is necessary.
• Responsible for daily operation requirements and workflow of government and commercial subcontracts.
• Develop and prepare solicitation documents (RFP, RFQ, Invitational Bid).
• Review subcontract activities for risk and compliance at pre-solicitation and award phases.
• Negotiate price, contract specifications, delivery dates, incentives and other terms.
• Implement FAR, DFAR requirements related to procurement.
• Prepare documentation summary and cost/price analysis.
• Prepare source selection statements and other required file documentation.
• Protect the company’s interests and ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.
• Review and administer subcontracts; collect end-user feedback and propose corrective actions.
• Manage modifications and change orders in support of customer demands.
• Participate in bid and proposal activities including data calls and pricing with multiple departments.
• Analyze and resolve technical and administrative subcontract problems.
• Regular interaction with finance, accounting, business development and senior management.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Professional relationships

Integrity

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Deltek

Costpoint

Job description

Subcontracts Administrator

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.

Job Responsibilities:

• Execute highly complex subcontracts. Experience with TINA subcontracts and supplier management is necessary.
• Responsible for daily operation requirements and workflow of numerous government and commercial subcontracts.
• Develop and prepare solicitation documents (Request for Proposal, Request for Quote, and Invitational Bid)
• Review subcontract activities at pre-solicitation and award phase for risk and compliance assessment.
• Negotiate price, contract specifications, delivery dates, incentives and other terms and conditions.
• Implement FAR, DFAR requirements as related to procurement.
• Prepare documentation summary and cost/price analysis.
• Prepare source selection statements and other required file documentation.
• Protect the company’s interest and ensure compliance with company policies, legal and regulatory requirements.
• Review and administer subcontracts to ensure satisfactory progress and compliance with terms and conditions of the subcontract, and to identify problems that threaten contractor performance; collect end-user feedback and identify areas requiring improvements or corrective action; recommend actions when subcontractor is not in compliance with subcontract clauses and provisions, or issue corrective action plan as required
• Manages modifications and change orders in support of customer demands and all other aspects of day-to-day subcontract administration
• Participate in bid and proposal activities to include but not limited to data calls, and cost proposals and pricing activities, including price negotiation, in conjunction with multiple departments
• Analyze and independently resolve or coordinate resolution of technical and administrative problems involving subcontracts.
• Regular interaction with finance, accounting, business development and senior management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree is preferred; preferably in business, finance, or a related field with a minimum of 5 - 8 years of experience in subcontracts administration working for a federal contractor or equivalent work experience.
• Must be organized, detail oriented and demonstrate strong time management skills and be able to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects with limited supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to adapt to changing work efforts and manage shifting priorities.
• Must be able to develop and maintain professional relationships with peers, vendors and customers, and contribute to a professional work environment by demonstrating integrity, teamwork and a positive attitude.
• Must have excellent MS Word and MS Excel skills. Experience with Deltek, Costpoint is a plus.

Desired Qualifications:

• Understanding of FAR regulations and how they relate to subcontract management as well as experience managing various types of subcontracts including IDIQ, CPAF, CPFF, T&M, and FFP.
• Experience managing large IDIQ type subcontracts is a plus

KBR Benefits:

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.