Job Overview:
The Principal Subcontracts Specialist interprets internal or external business issues and recommends best practices. They will be tasked with solving complex subcontract-related problems and will work independently with minimal guidance. The Principal Subcontracts Specialist may lead functional teams or projects and is regarded as a subcontract specialist. As such, they must have in-depth expertise in subcontracts and broad knowledge of the subcontracts discipline within the subcontracts function.
ResponsibilitiesKey Tasks and Responsibitilies:
- Evaluate and recommend proposals by understanding rates, cost structure estimates of material, equipment services, production cost, performance requirements and delivery schedules
- Administer Subcontract functions for a project and bid
- Participate in or lead subcontract management strategy development and implementation
- Guide on subcontract management matters to site leadership and home office personnel
- Prepare and present internal and external subcontract management presentations
- Manage and explain contracting policies and procedures to requestors on respective projects
- Review standard subcontracts to ensure compliance with the contracting policy before execution
- Direct development of subcontracts and processes
- Ensure proper handling of subcontracts, support documentation, and related files
- Participate in internal self-audits of the subcontracting process
- Development of procedures as required
- Prepare subcontracting activity reports
- Maintain direct liaison with filed Subcontract Coordinators to ensure proper administration
- Preparation of Project specific flow-downs from the project’s prime contract
- Understand and comply with the project sourcing strategy
- May be appointed the key Super User with additional system responsibilities
- Support the resolution of subcontract-related issues
- More than just routing emails, the role will get involved to investigate the cause and address problems on a project
- Support the subcontractor performance review and closeout process
Essential Qualifications and Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Supply Chain Management (or a relevant discipline)
- 8-12 years of relevant experience
- Minimum 6 years of Subcontracts experience in the Oil & Gas industry
- Must have Field experience
- Strong knowledge of subcontract policies and processes
- Proven ability to develop, negotiate, and administer complex subcontracts and related policies
- Demonstrate effectiveness in prioritizing multiple tasks, monitoring progress, and managing efforts to meet deadlines
- Demonstrate effectiveness in working with others in a multifunctional team
- Demonstrate ability to ensure compliance with subcontracts and policies
- Experience with the bid process and bid evaluations
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About UsLutech Resources has over 25 years’ experience providing tailor made recruitment and integrated resource management to leading Engineering, Energy and Manufacturing sector companies worldwide. We set ourselves apart from others in the industry by building long term relationships with both our clients and candidates based on a mutual understanding of their targeted industry and a passion for excellence. With every engagement, our goal is to quickly place qualified talent with the best suited employer. We have a genuine understanding of candidates and clients’ needs. Along with a dynamic and effective service, we strive for positive outcomes for everyone, every time.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or relevant discipline
- 8-12 years of relevant experience
- Minimum 6 years of subcontracts experience in the Oil & Gas industry
- Field experience
- Strong knowledge of subcontract policies and processes
- Proven ability to develop, negotiate, and administer complex subcontracts and related policies
- Experience with the bid process and bid evaluations
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks, monitor progress, and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated effectiveness working with multifunctional teams and liaising with site and home-office personnel
- Ability to ensure compliance with subcontracts and company policies and participate in internal audits
What We Do
Lutech Resources is a global recruitment business providing tailor-made recruitment and integrated resource management to leading Engineering, Resources, Energy, and Manufacturing sector companies worldwide. With over 30 years of experience, they match candidates to specialized roles across the energy value chain, renewables, construction, and technology sectors, including deep expertise in data science, database management, and network security.
