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McDermott Senior Subcontracts Specialist in Squamish, British Columbia
Job Overview:
The Senior Subcontracts Specialist uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external issues to improve the subcontracts discipline within McDermott. They will act as a resource for colleagues with less experience and share their conceptual and practical expertise related to the subcontracts discipline. The Senior Subcontracts Specialist solves complex problems and uses their discipline-specific knowledge to improve their products or services. The Senior Subcontracts Specialist impacts a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities with the subcontracts team and other related teams and ensures that they are working within the appropriate guidelines and policies.
Salary: 125,000 - 145,000 CAD
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
Create & conduct RFP (Request for Proposal) /ITB’s (Invitation to Bid) including vendor pre-qualifications in Supplier Management Application (Oracle) and drafting Subcontract documents
Manage tender correspondence, negotiate terms & conditions, shortlist, bid tabulations, and draft recommendations for award
Responsible for all pre-award activities through the Subcontract Award
During Subcontract formation, responsible for cost avoidance, cost savings, and risk management review and details
Participate in subcontract management strategy development and implementation
Provide guidance regarding subcontract management matters to site leadership
Prepare and present internal and external subcontract management presentations
Review standard subcontracts to ensure compliance with Company/Project policies and procedures before execution
Ensure proper handling of pre-award subcontracts, support documentation, and related files
Participate in internal self-audits of the subcontracting process
Prepare pre-award subcontracting reports
Maintain direct liaison with Project Subcontract Coordinators to ensure proper administration
Understand and comply with project sourcing strategy
May assist the key Super User with system responsibilities
Support the resolution of subcontract related issues
Work to actively identify potential issues before they impact project budget or schedule
Support the subcontractor performance review and close out process
Essential Qualifications and Education:
Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Supply Chain Management (or a relevant discipline)
6-10 years of relevant experience
Field experience preferred
Strong knowledge of subcontract policies and processes
Proven ability to develop, negotiate and administer complex subcontracts and comprehend 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 evaluation
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