Subcontracts Formation Specialist / Administrator

Job Summary:Managesand performs allactivities associated withformation, tendering,awardandadministrationof moderately complex contract packagesfor the project. Performs tasks as assigned, including bidder prequalification, bidder lists preparation, bid solicitation, bid analysis, negotiation and execution of contracts, administration and close-out with accountability for work product to project milestones, quality and safety standards. Note: This position will start in Reston or Houston, but later will need to mobilize to the project site location.Major Responsibilities: Pre-Award Develops and issues contracts and services agreements as assigned by performing the following: Forms Request for Tender (RFT) packages. Issues bid request packages to approved bidders, prepares Evaluation Criteria for approval by Project Team. Arranges Tenderer’ questions and answers to those questions (RFI’s) and arrange responses to Tenderers. Receives Tendersand manages the commercial evaluations. Prepares Commercial Bid Summary and Overall Recommendation to Award subject Contract. Prepares contract documents. Prepares and maintains control and status reporting documents. Prepares and organizes tenderer meetings/workshops, such as bid clarification and pre-award meetings, for the purpose of ensuring complete understanding and agreement between stakeholders on all contractual matters.Conducts a meeting and prepares and issues meeting notes delineating important statements, required actions, and schedules. Post-Award Administers assigned contracts maintaining a continual review of progress and providing management with information regarding projected financial or technical difficulties. Coordinates with designated staff on operational activities affecting contractual rights and obligations, contract performance, contract administration and other major matters. Administers moderately complex contract changes by negotiating with contractor and customer personnel and obtaining settlement. Leads in the resolution of contractual discussions of moderate complexity. Ensures mutual understanding of contract terms and conditions. Supports preparation of periodic status reports for management. Education and Experience Requirements: Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experienceRequired Knowledge and Skills: Experience and courses in pricing, contract law, contract drafting, administration and negotiation of change orders, effective correspondence, planning and scheduling. Thorough knowledge in the formation and administration. Extensiveknowledgeofcontract managementand negotiationsgained through education or experience. Knowledge ofwhen to engage legal counsel. Working knowledge of engineering/construction industry contracting practices, applicable government and commercial regulations and practices, and Bechtel policies, procedures and work practices. Skill in working and informing effectively, both orally and in writing, with other project functional groups. Total Rewards/Benefits: For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Diverse teams build the extraordinary: As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age,national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law),protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to

Created: 2026-02-26