Subcontracts Administrator

Bechtel Corporation; Portland (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive health programs

Retirement benefits

Learning opportunities

Wellness programs

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation is seeking a candidate for a role focused on assisting Subcontract Administrators with routine duties, including document preparation and subcontract management. The role requires effective communication with subcontractors and coordination for meetings and training sessions.

The ideal candidate will have a university degree and 1-2 years of experience, or equivalent work experience, in subcontracting. Knowledge of subcontract administration and Federal Acquisition Regulations is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience or 5-6 years of relevant work experience in a subcontracting environment.
• Proficiency in administering subcontracts and communicating with subcontractors.
• Introductory knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations and governmental contracts.

Responsibilities

• Assist Subcontract Administrators with routine duties and closeout.
• Prepare data for documents and manage subcontracts.
• Monitor subcontract performance and investigate issues.
• Organize materials and prepare reports for meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Subcontract administration

Effective communication

Knowledge of commercial legislation

Negotiation skills

Monitoring subcontractor performance

Education

University Degree

Tools

Digital Supply Chain Tools

Job description

• Relocation Authorized: National/International - Family
• Grade: 23
• Position to be Panel Interviewed? No
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Portland, TX
• Employee Referral Amount: $1,000.00

Requisition ID: 295605

Job Summary

In this role, you will assist Subcontract Administrators in completion of routine duties, closeout, data gathering, document preparation, presentations, and training sessions. You will prepare status reports, monitor areas of subcontract performance, and inquire on and investigate subcontract problems. Your work will contribute to efficient project execution and compliance with contractual obligations.

Major Responsibilities

• Supports one or more Subcontract professionals with moderately routine duties and closeout. May be assigned small‑value service agreements.
• Gathers and compiles support data for the preparation of documents and the management of subcontracts.
• Assists Subcontract Manager or Subcontract Professional in completion of the various tasks required by the Contract/Subcontract Management Guidebook, Standard Work Process Procedures, and automated subcontract management systems.
• Monitors areas of subcontract performance, as assigned.
• Conducts investigations and inquiries into specific subcontract problems, as assigned.
• Organizes materials for the preparation of meetings, presentations, and training sessions and prepares periodic status reports.
• Works with Digital Supply Chain and other Automation Tools.

Education And Experience Requirements

Requires a University Hire with 1-2 years of experience or 5-6 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Some proficiency and experience in the formation and administration of subcontracts.
• Some proficiency in all phases of subcontracts including knowledge of and skill in communicating effectively with suppliers/subcontractors, bidder prequalification, preparation of bidder’s lists, compilation of bid requests, knowledge of applicable commercial legislation, negotiation of contracted terms and conditions, and award of commitments.
• Some proficiency in the administration of commitments, monitoring subcontractor performance, associated labor laws, and the resolution of claims and disputes.
• Skilled in working with and communicating effectively both orally and in writing with other project functional groups, primarily Engineering, Construction, Project Management and other services. Introductory knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations, and applicable Agency Supplements.
• Solid understanding of Governmental Contracts and the flow‑down of applicable clauses and requirements. NCMA certified is preferred.

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