Associate Subcontracts Specialist

Company OverviewCB&I® is the world’s leading designer and builder of storage facilities, tanks and terminals. With more than 60,000 structures completed throughout our 135+ year history, we have the global expertise and strategically-located operations to provide customers world-class storage solutions for even the most complex energy infrastructure projects.OverviewThe Associate Subcontracts Specialist is an entry-level professional individual contributor role responsible for all commercial subcontracts administration work, including assistance with high-volume subcontract packages from issued requests for proposals through the execution phase. Responsibilities include evaluation of proposals, securing qualified bids and bidders, and maintaining subcontract records in accordance with established procedures. Relies upon experience, interpersonal skills, and broad knowledge of subcontracts to ensure task completion in compliance with policies, procedures, and business strategy.ResponsibilitiesActively participates in administering subcontracts engaged in construction activities for projects and company-owned facilities.Under close supervision, assists with implementing contracts/subcontracts administration procedures and coordinates or monitors the completion of administrative tasks.Monitors areas of contract/subcontract performance as assigned.Conducts investigations and inquiries into specific contractual problems and may provide assistance in claims and audit research.Facilitates communication between multiple departments within the Company and Contractors and manages all Contract documents, including the day-to-day pre-award and post-award administration.Pre-award activities include qualifying potential bidders and reviewing safety data. Post-award activities will include finalizing and awarding contracts daily administration during execution, including communications, invoicing, status reports, and contract closeout.Assisting with subcontracting strategy development for the subcontracts manager, ensuring all contracts are incorporated and negotiated to include the project's required flow-down conditions to minimize company risk.Responsible for the assigned subcontract packages for budget and cost, including monitoring expenditures on payment approval and changes and negotiating any disputes to put the company in the best position in accordance with the contract's provisions. Perform day-to-day work, completing subcontract documentation in compliance with procedures and including necessary approval documents, traceability, and close-out packages.Ensure all subcontract requirements, such as performance guarantees, insurance, and warranties, are correctly secured.Deliver reports required by Project and Function on time for the Subcontracts Manager.Qualifications3-5 years (minimum) in EPC industry, commercial procurement, project management, subcontracts administration, or general administrationBachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or equivalent industry experience in EPC market, products, and clients.Motivated individual looking to growth within an organizationFamiliarity with subcontract temples, packages, bid evaluation, negotiating terms and conditions, or Subcontract development and management processesThis position would be split 10/90 between the SCM overhead and project reporting functions to support the administration of agreements, reports, invoice reconciliation, and payment checks. General administration is a plus.Skills and BehaviorsBusiness presence and polishKnowledge of CB&I products and marketsProactively identifies and solves complex problemsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsMentally agile and ability to multi-task and manage tight deadlinesProven negotiating ability with high emotional intelligence and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated business partnering skills with the ability to influence the organizationAdaptability and agility to learn and contribute in varying and complex environmentsA mature business and technical acumen coupled with a drive to achieve resultsExceptional communication and presentation skills, both written and verbalProactively embraces and promotes the company’s values and culture, including diversity & inclusion and a healthy and safe work environment