Bechtel

Field Subcontracts Manager

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About the role

Requisition ID: 299375
Relocation Authorized: National/International - Family
Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
Work Location: Houston, TX

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .

Project Overview:

The Field Subcontracts Manager position will be located at one of our LNG project sites in the US Gulf Coast (Texas or Louisiana). These projects typically involve the construction of a mid-scale, mixed-refrigerant Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) production and export facility consisting of gas pre-treatment unit, condensate stabilization unit and heavy hydrocarbon (HHC) removal and liquefaction groups and associated buildings and utilities, refrigerant storage and marine berths.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will lead a dynamic team tasked with the day to day field management and monitoring of subcontracts for various scopes of work. You will manage staffing plans and the execution of the contracts section of the Project Execution Plan. You will allocate workload among team members, manage performance, lead enforcement of contract provisions and provide expert guidance to the team, lead the communication and interface with all other functions at site, lead compliance with IWPP requirements Your oversight will ensure subcontractor performance and activities supports overall project schedule and client deliverables.

Major Responsibilities:

Ensure assigned field team's compliance with applicable IWPPs and other contract management process and procedures
Represents Supply Chain and Subcontracts in multi-disciplines meetings at site
Coordinates transfer of responsibilities with Home Office Formation team
Provides day-to-day work assignments depending on complexity and guidance to team in relevant areas such as proper internal and external communication protocols, subcontract interpretation and coordination with Construction, Project Controls Safety, Quality and all other functions.
Leadership role on the change management process including evaluation of subcontractor initiated change requests, negotiation, documentation, approvals, rejections and claims.
Reports routine status and escalates potential additional costs/delays as appropriate
Performs all assigned contract management activities in accordance with company policies and procedures
Supervise, train, mentor and develop assigned team as applicable

Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant commercial Construction related experience or 15-17 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Experienced in project planning and operations, including both office and jobsite locations.
Experienced in the management or supervision of personnel, including defining tasks, making work assignments, and evaluating performance.
Experience and courses in pricing, contract law, contract drafting, administration and negotiation of change orders, effective correspondence, planning and scheduling.
Thorough knowledge of (sub)contract administration, home office and field procedures and documents relating to a multi-discipline construction project.
Direct experience in the function of managing workload distribution and execution of the work as well as personnel interviews, selection, performance evaluation, career counseling, mentoring, transfers and terminations.
Expert knowledge of engineering/construction industry contracting practices, applicable commercial regulations and practices, and Bechtel policies, procedures and work practices.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to [email protected]

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