Subcontract Formation Specialist

Bechtel Corporation • Chandler, AZ

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Subcontract Formation Specialist participates in subcontract formation and/or administration, helping ensure subcontracts comply with project requirements. Formation work includes preparing and reviewing bid request packages, developing project contract operating procedures, and forming and awarding small-value, routine-type subcontracts. Administration work includes reviewing progress, forecasting, communicating difficulties, monitoring subcontract performance, and investigating assigned subcontract problems.

The position supports subcontract management by compiling data, assisting senior subcontract professionals, preparing status reports and meeting materials, and using Digital Supply Chain and other automation tools. It also supports bid evaluation, negotiations, award recommendations, preparation and execution of subcontract documents, and meetings with Bechtel, customers, and contractors.

The role is based in Chandler, Arizona. The posting describes the position as full-time office/project and states that it is designated for part-time telework, which may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week. Weekly in-person schedules are determined with the supervisor and relevant leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or international equivalent and 8–10 years of relevant experience, or 12–14 years of relevant work experience.
• 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, and applicable government and commercial regulations and practices.
• Skilled communicator able to work collaboratively with multi-discipline groups.
• Self-motivated, curious, and enjoys challenges.
• Good presentation and analytical skills.
• 2–5 years of experience with subcontract formation/development and/or field subcontract administration.
• Experience on large-scale projects.
• Familiarity with digital supply chain systems and automation tools.

Nice To Haves

• Open to relocation.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Supply Chain Assignment Schedule and applicable Standard Work Process Procedures for Subcontract Management.
• Gather and compile support data for document preparation and subcontract management.
• Assist the Subcontract Manager or more senior Subcontract Professionals with tasks required by the Contract/Subcontract Management Guidebook, Standard Work Process Procedures, and automated subcontract management systems.
• Monitor assigned areas of subcontract performance.
• Conduct assigned investigations and inquiries into subcontract problems.
• Organize materials for meetings, presentations, and training sessions, and prepare periodic status reports.
• Work with Digital Supply Chain and other automation tools.
• Form and award small-value, routine-type subcontracts.
• Assist with negotiations for contract commitments and direct negotiations for small-value contracts.
• Develop and issue assigned subcontracts and services agreements.
• Receive and commercially evaluate bids.
• Prepare Commercial Bid Summaries and recommendations.
• Recommend and secure approvals in accordance with established procedures.
• Prepare subcontract documents for execution.
• Prepare and maintain control and status reporting documents.
• Prepare and organize assigned pre-bid, bid clarification, and pre-award meetings to ensure understanding and agreement on contractual matters.
• Participate in subcontract formation and/or administration, including bid request package preparation and review, development of project contract operating procedures, progress review, forecasting, and communication of difficulties.

Benefits

• Robust benefits intended to support employee well-being, career advancement, cultural programs, and time to recharge; specific benefit offerings are not detailed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level