Subcontract Manager (Finance)

Linde Engineering North America LLC
Subcontract Manager
The Woodlands, TX, United States | req18738
What you will enjoy doing*

• You will manage Request for Quote (RFQ) process for subcontractors; identify potential subcontractors, assemble the RFQ package, and coordinate RFQ clarifications
• In addition, you will be in charge of the prequalification of potential subcontractors and prepare bid comparisons in cooperation with construction department
• Also, you will negotiate subcontracts and finalize subcontract documents
• Further, you will review and approve subcontractor's invoices in cooperation with Site Manager and / or Construction Department, as well as review and approve subcontractor insurance requirements and certificates
• Moreover, you will administer Change Order Management; review contractual basis for change order, coordinate approval process, maintain change order logs, and cost reporting / forecasting
• You will enter and maintain subcontractor data in ERP system and administer Claim Management with subcontractor and negotiate subcontract close out
• On top of this, you will track subcontractor contract against its schedule, budget and against phase review objectives, reporting status to management and customer on a regular basis, and executive staff on an as needed basis
• Furthermore, you will provide feedback regarding employee performance on a construction project team to the Manager of Construction for documentation, and action
• In this role, you will also recommend new processes where needed to improve quality or on-time delivery

What makes you great

• You have a BS / BA in Business, Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent combination of education and experience, as well as five (5) or more years' experience in procurement / subcontracting
• Experience with ERP business system is required
• You possess a broad understanding of the construction industry and contract language
• Further, you have the ability to identify risk and minimize associated consequences
• You own effective negotiation skills, strong leadership skills and also effective computer skills in Microsoft Office Software and other company and discipline specific software applications
• Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the company are required in this role
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills suit your profile

Why you will love working with us
Linde Engineering Americas (LEA) is a member of the Linde Engineering Division of Linde plc. LEA is a single-source technology, engineering, procurement and construction firm focused on providing innovative solutions to customers. Areas of expertise include hydrogen solutions, air separation, carbon capture, adsorption, gas processing, deep cryogenics, liquefied natural gas (LNG) and fired process equipment.

In this role you must learn and abide the Linde Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct by demonstrating honesty, integrity, professionalism in all communications, actions, and decisions.
What we offer you!
At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you're looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless.

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a wide range of medical options to suit everyone's needs. Other benefits include; educational and professional development, employee discount program, 401K, pension plan, and life insurance, just to name a few.
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We are looking forward to receiving your complete application.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

Linde acts responsibly towards its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment in every one of its business areas, regions and locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development.

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager.

#LI-KN1You will manage Request for Quote (RFQ) process for subcontractors; identify potential subcontractors, assemble the RFQ package, and coordinate RFQ clarificationsIn addition, you will be in charge of the prequalification of potential subcontractors and prepare bid comparisons in cooperation with construction departmentAlso, you will negotiate subcontracts and finalize subcontract documentsFurther, you will review and approve subcontractor's invoices in cooperation with Site Manager and / or Construction Department, as well as review and approve subcontractor insurance requirements and certificatesMoreover, you will administer Change Order Management; review contractual basis for change order, coordinate approval process, maintain change order logs, and cost reporting / forecastingYou will enter and maintain subcontractor data in ERP system and administer Claim Management with subcontractor and negotiate subcontract close outOn top of this, you will track subcontractor contract against its schedule, budget and against phase review objectives, reporting status to management and customer on a regular basis, and executive staff on an as needed basisFurthermore, you will provide feedback regarding employee performance on a construction project team to the Manager of Construction for documentation, and actionIn this role, you will also recommend new processes where needed to improve quality or on-time delivery