Senior Subcontracts Manager

Overview

At Jacobs, we’re pushing the boundaries of the built world. Our work transforms abstract ideas into realities that improve cities, environments, and critical outcomes. As a Senior Subcontracts Manager for Advanced Manufacturing, you will lead subcontract administration on Mega‑Projects (Total Installed Cost $750M+). You’ll manage the activities of Subcontracts Managers and teams of Procurement Professionals, coordinating all procurement transactions for major construction services and ensuring successful execution of subcontracting plans.

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• Develop upfront Procurement planning activities such as the Subcontracting section of the Supply Management Execution Plan (SMEP), establish Subcontracting Strategies, and create project‑specific templates, reports, and tools.
• Lead a small to mid‑sized team of subcontract administrators, assigning packages, eliminating obstacles, training staff, and providing support.
• Use critical thinking to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the Project’s Subcontracting efforts.
• Manage the procurement of subcontracted services and administer Procurement Agreements and change orders to meet project objectives.
• Review subcontract‑related invoices ensuring approval in accordance with contract terms.
• Evaluate facts surrounding subcontract‑related problem areas and apply remedies to resolve them.
• Maintain subcontracting documentation in a repository and identify subcontract‑related risks.
• Lead procurement processes: plan bidding, develop bidder lists, qualify bidders, prepare RFQs, conduct bid evaluations, and manage contract negotiations.
• Prepare proposal deliverables including pricing, execution approach narratives, and labor hour estimates.
• Recommend source selections and plan subcontract negotiations.
• Participate in or lead supply management strategy development and implementation; may serve as supply management project lead.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert in commodities or specialized areas.
• Assist stakeholders in understanding the overall Procurement process.
• Participate in internal and external supply management presentations.
• Work independently with guidance only for the most complex situations; supervise senior subcontract administrators and procurement support personnel.
• Coordinate with project or departmental personnel in the performance of purchasing activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, construction, supply chain, operations management, or equivalent project experience.
• 13+ years of experience in EPCM construction contracting.
• 10+ years of experience in specialized manufacturing, data centers, or life‑science manufacturing projects is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills.
• Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring procurement teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, team environment.
• Strong problem‑solving and organizational skills.
• A drive to solve complex and challenging problems.

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 enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs offers an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave.

Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment. Job posted on January 06 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. Employees may work in a hybrid arrangement, splitting their week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations. Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs workplace on a full‑time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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Not Applicable

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

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