Subcontracts Manager

MasTec Inc•Centennial, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Subcontracts Manager prepares and administers subcontract acquisitions, from developing RFP packages and conducting bidders’ meetings through proposal evaluation, negotiation, subcontract award, post-award coordination, and closeout. The role provides customer and project contact to ensure subcontract acquisition and fulfillment comply with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. It also supports project subcontracting strategy, protects the company’s contractual and risk interests, and provides guidance on contractual rights and obligations. This is a traveling, project-based position. The employee may be based in any U.S. city or state and may be assigned to project sites anywhere in the country, traveling up to 90% of the time. Projects average 8–18 months. The position offers designated per diem to help cover living expenses, may include mobilization support such as mileage reimbursement, and provides one longer weekend at home every four weeks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in contract management, supply chain, business administration, engineering, construction management, economics, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and related experience.
0–3 years of experience in subcontracting or other procurement and supply chain management functions.
Experience with strategic sourcing, solicitation processes, and negotiations.
Experience managing tactical and strategic supplier relationships.
U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.
Understanding of subcontracting terminology, measures, concepts, principles, and strategies.
Understanding of legal terminology related to contracting and competency in subcontracting functions.
Demonstrated analytical ability and business problem-resolution capabilities.
Ability to coach peers on processes and best practices.
Ability to use project ERP systems and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to set a personal example of safe behavior.
Prolonged sitting at a desk and working at a computer; ability to lift up to 20 pounds at times.
Ability to travel up to 90% of the time to project sites throughout the United States.

Responsibilities

Manage a high-volume workload, produce quality work, meet deadlines, and perform with minimal direction and supervision.
Lead, develop, and execute subcontracting strategies and plans.
Evaluate complex terms and conditions and issue fixed-price (FFP), time-and-materials (T&M), and cost-plus subcontracts.
Work with project teams to establish NDAs, develop qualified contractors, request pricing, competitively select contractors, document procurement actions, and place subcontracts.
Ensure inquiry packages include appropriate technical scopes of work, construction work packages, attachments, exhibits, terms, specifications, and drawings.
Conduct competitive market analysis; tabulate proposals; assist with proposal, price, and cost analysis; and establish price reasonableness.
Execute negotiation strategies to attain best value.
Coordinate with subcontractors on delivery schedules and key milestones; facilitate changes with project teams and evaluate their project impact.
Maintain subcontract files in audit-ready condition and advise management of market conditions and contractor activity that may affect pricing or availability.
Evaluate subcontractors through site visits and objective performance measures.
Review estimates of materials, equipment, services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules for accuracy and completeness.
Administer, extend, negotiate, and terminate standard and nonstandard subcontracts.
Review invoices and resolve discrepancies; assist in evaluating subcontractor disputes.
Manage subcontract proposal volumes and provide direct subcontract support, reviewing documents for company risk protection, contractual compliance, and adherence to policies.
Monitor subcontract performance, including budgets, compliance documents, schedules, and deliverables, and recommend actions to support mutually satisfactory performance.
Advise management on contractual rights and obligations and interpret contract terms and conditions as needed.
Interface with management at all levels and customer counterparts to provide contractual guidance and advice.
Collaborate across finance, pricing, subcontracts, and procurement; follow and enforce subcontracting policies and procedures.
Build subcontracting knowledge and relationships with internal stakeholders, subcontractors, and other groups; present the subcontracting process effectively.
Challenge departures from basic contracting principles, identify and implement improvements, communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, solve problems, and make effective subcontract management decisions.
Ensure assigned subcontracts are closed out properly and promptly.
Support proposal efforts with budgetary RFP requests and manage special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Designated per diem to support living expenses while on project assignment.
Mobilization support, which may include mileage reimbursement.
One longer weekend at home every four weeks.
Compensation of $100,000–$150,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increases.
401(k) with company match.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Flexible spending account for healthcare and dependent care.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with plan choice and coverage options for spouse, domestic partner, and children.
Diabetes management, telehealth coverage, prescription drug plan, and pet insurance.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Bereavement leave.
Military leave, including differential pay and benefits continuation.
Employee Assistance Program.
Short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
Emergency Travel Assistance Program.
Group legal plan.