Sr Subcontract Administrator (Data Centers)

About the role

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Your impact At Jacobs, we’re not just building structures, we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their state-of-the-art facilities that are changing our world.

As a Senior Subcontract Administrator for Advanced Manufacturing, you will be responsible for contracting with major construction services for mid to large-sized Projects (Projects with a Total Installed Cost of $50M - $750M). The Senior Subcontract Administrator applies functional knowledge and existing methodologies to solve complex problems while implementing innovative solutions. Dedicated lead on projects with accountability for team members and ongoing activities or objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop upfront Procurement planning activities such as providing into the Supply Management Execution Plan (SMEP), establishing Subcontracting Strategies, and developing project-specific templates, reports and tools
• Provide general guidance to subcontracts technicians and associate subcontract administrators who may be assigned to the Project
• Use critical thinking and problem solving to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the Project’s subcontracting efforts
• Utilizes established policies, procedures, systems, and tools
• Coordinates the subcontracted services Procurement Agreements and change orders (modifications) to accomplish project or group objectives and obligations
• Reviews subcontracts-related invoices and ensures that invoices are approved in accordance with terms and conditions agreed within the subcontract
• Evaluates facts surrounding subcontract-related problem areas and applies remedies to resolve it
• Maintains subcontracting documentation in a repository
• Identifies and advise management of subcontract-related risks
• Prepares bidder lists, qualifies bidders, prepares requests for quotation, and conducts bid evaluations
• Prepares proposal deliverables, such as pricing of subcontracted services, execution approach narratives, and labor hour estimates for subcontracting
• Recommends source selections, development of negotiation strategies, plan and lead subcontract negotiations and coordinate final negotiations with legal department
• Coordinate clarification meetings with bidders and Project team
• Route requisition for award documents to project team for approvals
• Draft award Subcontract documents and issue to successful bidder
• Manage change orders
• Mitigate Subcontractor risk and assist with any claims or disputes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a business, construction, supply chain, or operations management, or equivalent project experience
• 10+ years of experience in capital construction contracting on EPCM Projects is preferred
• 5+ years of experience in Biopharmaceutical/Life Science Manufacturing or Data Center Projects is preferred
• Experience using MS Office tools, including intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong Team Work
• Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment with schedule driven deliverables
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• A drive to solve complex and challenging problems
• Willingness to indirectly lead and mentor a team of Subcontract Administration professionals

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan.

Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $92,000.00 to $126,500.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.