Project Subcontracts Specialist (site based, solar renewables)

CEI Services•Irving, TX

7d•$87,500 - $136,000•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for onsite administration and management of subcontract agreements during the execution of utility-scale solar or wind construction projects. The Project Subcontracts Specialist serves as the primary commercial and contractual point of contact for subcontractors, working closely with Project Management, Construction, Procurement, Commercial, and Legal teams to ensure subcontractor compliance, performance management, contract administration, change order management, claims resolution, and risk mitigation throughout project execution. This position is project-site based and plays a critical role in ensuring subcontractors meet contractual, commercial, safety, quality, schedule, and performance requirements. The Project Subcontracts Specialist supports successful project delivery by proactively identifying and managing subcontract risks, administering contractual obligations, resolving disputes, and fostering productive subcontractor relationships. Location & Travel Details: You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in any state throughout the United States. This is a traveling position (up to 100%), where you will be onsite at a project location. You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in any state throughout the US. You’ll get the opportunity to travel across the U.S., helping our team build renewable projects, spending 8-16 months on average per project. We offer designated daily per diem in addition to base pay to support and help you cover living expenses. This position is eligible for routine travel home (rotation) from the jobsite. We are currently seeking candidates for a site in Clovis, NM.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Five+ years of experience administering construction subcontracts on large industrial, energy, renewable energy, or EPC projects
Three+ years of field-based or project-site contract/subcontract management experience
Experience with subcontract negotiations, change management, claims administration, and dispute resolution
Experience using Procore, Viewpoint Vista, Oracle, or similar construction management systems
Strong knowledge of construction contract requirements, contract change conditions, claims analysis and negotiations, change order cost estimates, and time impact analyses
Extensive knowledge of subcontract administration, subcontractor performance management, and commercial risk mitigation
Strong understanding of EPC project delivery and renewable energy construction contracting practices
Experience managing subcontractor change orders, claims, and back-charge processes
Knowledge of utility-scale construction scopes including civil, pile installation, mechanical installation, electrical installation, collector systems, and commissioning activities
Ability to analyze contract language and evaluate schedule and cost impacts resulting from subcontractor-related issues
Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced field construction environment with multiple subcontractors and competing priorities

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting utility-scale renewable energy projects preferred

Responsibilities

Administer subcontract agreements for utility-scale solar or wind construction projects from mobilization through project closeout
Serve as the primary onsite commercial representative for subcontractors assigned to the project
Monitor subcontractor compliance with contractual obligations, scope requirements, schedule milestones, and commercial terms
Proactively identify risk and propose strategies to reduce threats and maximize opportunities
Draft, review, and issue contractual notices related to performance deficiencies, delays, disruptions, safety violations, scope changes, and other contract matters
Collaborate with Project Management and Construction teams to identify, document, and evaluate subcontractor change events and claims
Manage subcontract change order processes including scope validation, pricing reviews, negotiation support, approvals, and execution
Track subcontractor commercial performance, earned value, contract balances, pending changes, back charges, and claims
Lead commercial meetings with subcontractors to review contract compliance, progress, issues, and risk mitigation actions
Support resolution of subcontract disputes and participate in negotiations involving schedule impacts, productivity issues, and commercial claims
Coordinate with Procurement, Commercial, Legal, and Project Controls teams to ensure consistent contract administration practices
Assist project leadership in identifying and mitigating contractual and commercial risks associated with subcontractor performance
Support project closeout activities including final account reconciliation, punch list completion, warranties, lien releases, and subcontract closeout documentation
Capture subcontract administration lessons learned and support continuous improvement initiatives
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Compensation $87,500-$136,000 / year, commensurate with experience
Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
401(k) with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
Discounted National Gym Membership Network
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation
Employee Assistance Program
Short and long-term disability
Life insurance
Accidental death & dismemberment
Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
Emergency Travel Assistance Program
Group legal plan