Subcontracts Manager - U.K. - WtE

　　Date: Jan 22, 2024

　　Location:

　　GB

　　Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

　　At Black & Veatch, our employee-owners go beyond the project. For over a century, we have been breaking down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Working with us, you will help provide critical expertise as we, along with our valued clients, deliver solutions that positively impact communities around the world. Our professionals are our greatest asset, and we believe nothing is more important than the health, happiness and professional growth of our employee-owners. With a focus on flexible work-life balance options, an expanding and diverse workforce, and limitless career growth opportunities, we will give you our best to help yougive us your best, and together we can build a world of difference.

　　Req Id : 101944

　　Opportunity Type : Staff

　　Relocation eligible : No

　　Full time/Part time : Full-Time

　　Contract Hire Only for this Project : No

　　Job Summary

　　By joining our BV Construction group, you will have the ability to develop and enhance your skills in an on-site, hands-on environment. We are committed to providing our construction professionals with expert training, career development, and career advancement to allow for continuous professional development. Our management is committed to the latest advances in technology, above class support and sustainability to bring our clients the best service in safety, quality, and final product. Functions in our group include safety, project field management, construction management, quality control, start up and decommissioning and field engineering.

　　Black &Veatch Construction is seeking a Subcontracts Manager - UK who will be responsible for overseeing all subcontract activities for a proposal / project and may be responsible for developing and administering any related subcontracts; assisting project teams to ensure contractual notices relating to time and money entitlements are documented, issued, and properly reported; and following, managing, and championing the Subcontracts process for all office and field activities.

　　Key Responsibilities

　　General:

　　Performs project setup of subcontract related activities.

　　Manages Subcontracting program for major projects following established policies and procedures.

　　Participates in day to day subcontract development and administration activities, as required.

　　Ensures subcontract documents are issued correctly and on schedule.

　　Monitors project subcontract budgets and schedules (i.e., man-hours, cost, milestone durations, etc) and aligns to subcontract budgets and goals.

　　Manages the establishment and/or monitoring of subcontract goals for a project.

　　Participates in/leads meetings for the project, representing the Subcontracts department.

　　Files appropriate documents and follows filing rules.

　　May develop and lead presentations to internal/external clients and joint venture partners.

　　May develop and conduct training programs; coaches and mentors professionals in subcontracts processes, tools, commercial terms and conditions and project execution.

　　Resolves subcontracts issues to maintain schedule and mitigate risk for the project.

　　Subcontract Development Responsibilities:

　　May lead proposal / estimating efforts for a major project(s) and become involved in early negotiations with long lead subcontractors, prior to project release.

　　Manages the subcontract development process including bid list preparation, solicitation of requests for proposals, and evaluating, negotiating and awarding of subcontracts.

　　Leads negotiations for subcontracts.

　　Understands the Owner's contract and incorporates appropriate scope-specific flowdowns into Subcontract agreements.

　　Ensures Subcontractor compliance with prequalification requirements

　　Subcontract Administration Responsibilities:

　　Assists with the resolution of claims.

　　Monitors project subcontract activities and reports status.

　　Collaborates, as needed, to resolve major complex subcontracts issues.

　　Facilitates management of strategic subcontractor relationships.

　　Manages subcontract administration activities as assigned, including: running subcontractor meetings, drafting/reviewing/filing formal correspondence, executing the Change Management process, review and process invoices, resolve/process backcharges/claims/liquidated damages, and closeout of assigned subcontracts

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　　Management Responsibilities

　　Acts in capacity of a "lead person." Does not have management responsibility for the people to whom they provide work direction.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Requires a BA or BS degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Purchasing, Business, Technical or related field. Relevant field or office experience can substitute for a degree.

　　Expert knowledge of construction disciplines, construction execution, means & methods and construction equipment.

　　All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Relevant experience in Subcontracts, Construction Project Management, or Procurement preferred, andproven ability to perform at the capacity identified herein.Preferred Skills:

　　Advanced understanding of subcontract and procurement processes and exhibits the capacity to effectively self-execute the transactional subcontracts process in accordance with established Company policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.

　　Exhibit appropriate skills at resolving complex commercial terms and conditions issues and other commercial issues through collaboration.

　　Possesses an advanced knowledge and understanding of commercial terms and conditions.

　　Strong understanding of Project Process Management

　　General computer skills; Microsoft suite

　　Attention to detail

　　Ability to resolve complex problems in a timely manner.

　　Excellent verbal and written communication skills

　　Prioritizes workflow.

　　Advanced analytical / organizational skills

　　Strong Supervisor Competencies

　　Work Environment/Physical Demands

　　Normal office/field environment

　　Includes but may not be limited to:

　　Sitting, talking, grasping, hearing, keyboard input, seeing and writing.

　　Reaching, kneeling, lifting, stooping, crouching, walking, driving and standing for extended periods of time.

　　Ability to travel, as required.

　　Willing to relocate

　　Competencies

　　Courage

　　Develops talent

　　Directs work

　　Communicates effectively

　　Ensures accountability

　　Instills trust

　　Interpersonal savvy

　　Organizational savvy

　　Drives engagement

　　Drives results

　　Collaborates

　　Salary Plan

　　PCR: Procurement

　　Job Grade

　　006

　　Black & Veatch Holding Company, its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

　　Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy. We offer professionals an array of health and welfare benefits that vary based on their geographic region and employment status. This may include health, life accident and disability insurances, paid time off, financial programs and more. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

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