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Job Overview:

The Senior Subcontracts Specialist applies their conceptual knowledge of subcontracts and with a moderate level of guidance and direction from colleagues and leadership, is responsible for solving a range of straightforward subcontracts problems. They will be responsible for analyzing possible solutions using standard procedures, as well as building knowledge of the company, processes, and customers. The Senior Subcontracts Specialist understands key business drivers and applies this knowledge to solve problems in straightforward situations through analysis of possible solutions using technical experience, judgment, and precedents.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the performance and direction of subcontracts input into bid proposal activities including compilation of subcontractor bidding documents, evaluations, and other related information

• Responsible for the performance and direction of all subcontracts commercial and administrative work within the project

• Follow global procedures outlined in the management system

• Maintain awareness of the content of the HSE (Health, Safety, & Environment) Plan and the actions required in the event of an emergency

• Cooperate in the implementation of the HSE Plan overall and as it applies to subcontractors

• Insure that contractual obligations are met by the subcontractor

• Identify, evaluate, prepare, and subsequently agree to subcontract work scope changes and monitor risks to the project

• Process changes with the subcontractor as directed by the Subcontract Manager or other leader

• Develop and update cost subcontract forecasts for input to Project Controls Manager

• Provide input to project weekly/monthly report

• Understand and comply with the overall sourcing strategy

• May act as an understudy to more senior resources who work with subcontract systems

• Escalate issues to subcontract leadership in a timely manner

• Assist the Subcontracts Manager (SCM) with the administration of various subcontracts in support of assigned projects

• Ensure the implementation of HSE procedures and all other HSE initiatives and programs by Subcontractors

• Support the pre-qualification of subcontractors through collaboration with the supplier registration team; expedite subcontractor to obtain needed documentation as required

• Assist project management in developing and finalizing bidders Lists for each type of work to be subcontracted

• Consult with Project Management Engineering, Construction Management on scopes of work and other requirements pertinent to a specific subcontract

• Receive and check requisitions for use in subcontract solicitations

• Prepare and issue a formal request for quotations

• Resolve any discrepancies or deficiencies within the requisition or technical documents

• Obtain clarifications, missing documents, or information

• Facilitate responses to bidder queries regarding the request for quotation

• Facilitate bid clarification meetings, pre-award, and award meetings as required

• Ensure proper meeting minutes are recorded and distributed in a timely fashion

• Log / file correspondence and other documents between subcontractor and subcontract team into the Electronic Document Management System

• Support the Subcontract pre-qualification process

• Support the Subcontract back charge and close out process

Essential Qualifications and Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Supply Chain Management (or a relevant discipline)

• 4-7 years of relevant experience

• Effective communication and presentations skills

• Effective problem solver

• Good decision-maker

• Effective negotiator

• Construction job-site minimum 1 year experience

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McDermott is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.