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Manager, Subcontracts

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Houston, TX
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Leads the Subcontracts team for a major construction project in the energy and chemical industry. Oversees subcontracting from bidder qualification and ITB issuance through contract administration, change management, invoicing, reporting, and closeout. Develops subcontracting strategies, mitigates commercial risk, manages client and stakeholder interfaces, ensures compliance and documentation standards, and improves subcontracting processes and tools.
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Manager, Subcontracts

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

KBR is seeking a Manager, Subcontracts to support a major project in an on-site capacity. This role oversees and performs the full range of procurement and subcontract administration activities, leading subcontracting efforts for construction within the Energy & Chemical industry. Location: Port Sulphur, LA.

Under minimal direction, this position is accountable for the performance and results of the Subcontracts function on the project, providing leadership and direction to the Subcontracts team while ensuring successful delivery of subcontracting objectives aligned with project goals.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

  • Lead and manage Subcontracts team in supporting construction activities for a major project

  • Oversee all phases of subcontracting, including:

    • Pre-award: bidder qualification, preparation and issuance of ITBs, and coordination of commercial and technical evaluations

    • Post-award: contract finalization, administration, change management, invoicing, reporting, and contract closeout

  • Serve as the primary Subcontracts interface with Client, Project Management Team, and internal KBR stakeholders

  • Develop and implement subcontracting strategies to support project execution and mitigate commercial risk

  • Provide leadership, guidance, and oversight to ensure consistent processes, compliance, and performance across the team

  • Contribute to the development and improvement of subcontracting processes, tools, and procedures

  • Ensure subcontract files and documentation are maintained in accordance with company standards

  • Complete site assignment in accordance with KBR’s terms and conditions

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science, Engineering, Industrial Distribution, Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or equivalent experience

  • 15+ years of experience in subcontract formation and administration

  • Prior experience serving as a Lead Subcontracts Manager within an integrated project team environment

  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

  • Demonstrated commercial acumen, risk awareness, and attention to detail

Decarbonization – Energy Transition – Sustainability

KBR Benefits​

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.​

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