Subcontracts Manager - Large-Scale Construction

Job Description

Job Description

Subcontracts Manager – Large-Scale Contracts
Location: Charlotte, NC | U.S. Citizenship Required

A leading large-scale construction and infrastructure firm is seeking an experienced Subcontracts Manager to lead the full subcontracting lifecycle—from pre-bid strategy through project closeout. This is a high-impact role ideal for a skilled negotiator with a deep understanding of commercial construction contracts, regulatory compliance, and supplier management within complex, large-scale projects.

You'll play a key role in ensuring subcontractor alignment with operational goals, cost controls, and project schedules, while collaborating with legal, project management, and executive teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage subcontractor engagement from pre-bid to closeout, including RFQs, negotiations, contracts, and performance monitoring

• Prepare and review subcontractor agreements; ensure terms are compliant with corporate and regulatory standards

• Monitor field performance through site visits and enforce safety, quality, and compliance protocols

• Lead change order negotiations and coordinate early-stage dispute resolution with legal teams

• Work cross-functionally with project managers and commercial stakeholders to maintain timelines and cost efficiency

• Track and report subcontractor performance metrics and project updates to senior leadership

• Oversee subcontractor invoicing and ensure timely, accurate payments

What You Bring:

• U.S. citizenship (required for security and regulatory compliance)

• 5–8 years of subcontract management experience in industrial, nuclear, construction, or engineering environments

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, construction management, or a related field

• Strong command of commercial contract terms and large project execution

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills

• Experience coordinating with legal teams and interpreting contractual risk

• Proficiency in SAP and project management tools

• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills

Why Apply?
This is a leadership-track opportunity within a mission-critical sector. You'll manage key commercial relationships that directly affect project success while helping shape contracting best practices across a growing organization.

Step into a role where your contract expertise drives project performance. Apply today.