Subcontracts Formation Specialist

Bechtel Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Manufacturing and Technology is seeking a Subcontracts professional to join our Houston team, leading bid package preparation and contract procedures to ensure project compliance.

Based in the U.S., Bechtel operates on large EPC projects across energy, infrastructure, and manufacturing markets. A bachelor’s degree with 5–8 years of experience is required, with onsite responsibilities in the Texas region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 5–8 years of experience.
• Experience with contract law, subcontract pricing, and pre-award negotiations.
• Ability to lead negotiations and finalize subcontract documents.
• Knowledge of engineering/construction subcontracting practices and regulations.
• Strong communication and teamwork across multi-discipline groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead formation and review of bid request packages and develop project contracts operating procedures.
• Monitor subcontract performance and forecast progress.
• Prepare status reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Coordinate meetings such as pre-bid and post-award events.
• Collaborate with Digital Supply Chain and automation tools to optimize subcontract processes.

Skills

Contract law

Subcontract pricing

Negotiation

Bid evaluation

Market research

Stakeholder comms

Presentation skills

Leadership

Large-scale projects

Education

Bachelor's degree or international equivalent

Tools

Subcontract management software

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Houston, TX

Requisition ID: 298657

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Houston, TX

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Project Overview

Bechtel Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) is an exciting and growing business that serves the increasing demand of EPC services for customers in the semiconductor (manufacturing facilities and supply chain); electric vehicle (batteries, charging infrastructure, and production); synthetic materials; and data center markets.

M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T will solve the industries toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future.

Headquartered in the U.S. with employees in various states, M&T also has colleagues in the United Kingdom, India, and other locations while we actively pursue exciting opportunities in other parts of the world. We are looking for talented people to join our team that are passionate about making a difference and contributing to historical projects that will have a lasting impact on society.

Job Summary

In this role, you will participate in subcontract formation and/or administration. Subcontract formation includes leading preparation and review of bid request packages and developing project contracts operating procedures. Subcontract administration includes continual progress review, forecasting, and communication of difficulties. Your work will ensure subcontract compliance with project requirements.

This position will be based in West Texas.

Major Responsibilities

Subcontract Management

• Implements the Supply Chain Assignment Schedule which records the Project’s agreed assignment of various subcontract management tasks and the Standard Work Process Procedures applicable to Subcontract Management
• Gathers and compiles support data for the preparation of documents and the management of subcontracts
• Assists Subcontract Manager or more senior Subcontract Professionals 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 subcontracts 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

Subcontract Formation

• Duties and responsibilities involve the formation and award of small value, routine-type subcontracts
• Assists with negotiations in commitment of contracts, but directs negotiation in small value contracts
• Develops and issues subcontracts and services agreements as assigned
• Receives bids and evaluates bids commercially
• Prepares Commercial Bid Summary and recommendations
• Recommends and secures approvals in accordance with established procedures
• Prepares subcontract documents for execution
• Prepares and maintains control and status reporting documents
• Prepares and organizes assigned meetings, such as pre-bid, bid clarification and pre-award meetings, for the purpose of ensuring complete understanding and agreement between Bechtel, the customer and contractor on all contractual matters

Education And Experience Requirements

Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Extensive knowledge and experience in contract law, subcontract pricing, pre-award negotiation, subcontract drafting, and subcontract administration.
• Ability to conduct market research, pre-qualify bidders and prepare bidders’ lists.
• Ability to lead negotiations, prepare award recommendations and finalize subcontract documents for execution.
• Working knowledge of engineering/construction industry subcontracting scopes of services and work practices, applicable government and commercial regulations and practices.
• Skilled communicator that can work collaboratively with multi-discipline groups.
• Self-motivated, curious, and enjoys challenges.
• Good presentation and analytical skills.
• Experience on large scale projects
• Familiarity with digital supply chain systems and automation tools
• Fulltime onsite availability.

Total Rewards/Benefits

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