Sr Field Subcontracts Specialist

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Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 117937

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black & Veatch?

At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

Job Summary

This postion requires split work locations from the project site in Carrington, ND and Black & Veatch headquarters in Overland Park, Kansas.

The Senior Field Subcontracts Specialist independently manages subcontract administration on small- to medium-sized projects, serving as the primary onsite subcontracts point of contact. Leads subcontract administration efforts and provides guidance to less experienced subcontract professionals. Manages routine commercial matters, change management, and subcontractor issue resolution with limited oversight.

Key Responsibilities

- Independently administer subcontracts from award through closeout.

- Serve as the primary interface between subcontractors and project leadership on assigned projects.

- Manage subcontract compliance, change management, and contract administration activities.

- Review and process payment applications, change orders, field directives, and contract correspondence.

- Coordinate subcontractor submittals and resolve routine commercial and performance-related issues.

- Identify, document, and assess subcontractor risks and opportunities, providing recommendations to project leadership.

- Escalate significant claims, cost overruns, schedule impacts, and contractual disputes.

- Support negotiation strategy development and participate in subcontract negotiations under leadership guidance.

- Interface regularly with Project Managers, Construction Managers, and Site Managers to provide subcontract status and commercial input.

- May provide day-to-day direction to one subordinate or junior team member.

- Support subcontract forecasting and commercial reporting activities.

- Position has previously included a 6-month field mobilization during our summer construction season.

- Preference may be given to candidates willing to work from the project location. Per diem compensation included for professionals on extended field assignments

Management Responsibilities

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

Preferred skills:
• Strong Analytical / organizational skills
• Advanced communications skills, both written and oral
• General computer skills, Microsoft suite
• Initiative, self starter, highly motivated
• Attention to detail
• Interpersonal skills
• Mathematical skills
• Advanced problem solving skills
• Strong knowledge of construction disciplines, construction means & methods and construction equipment
• Strong understanding of commercial terms and conditions
• Strong understanding of Company’s processes relevant to this position
• Ability to prioritize team workflow and make adjustments, as necessary
• Knowledge of Project Process Management

Minimum Qualifications

- 4 year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Purchasing, Business, technical or related field required.

- Minimum of 3 years relevant experience required. Field experience preferred.

- 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.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

This position is field-based and requires regular presence at project sites for extended periods of time. Travel is required and may include overnight stays based on business needs and project demands.

Salary Plan

PCR: Procurement
## Job Grade

015
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To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

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