Senior Subcontracts Specialist

About the role

CB&I, a provider of storage and asset-management solutions, is hiring a Senior Subcontracts Specialist in Dubai. This is a full-time, individual contributor role reporting directly to the Subcontracts Manager, responsible for managing subcontract agreements, performance and quality metrics and ensuring contractual obligations are met. It suits candidates with specialty knowledge of commercial management, engineering, procurement, project controls and construction work processes, and experience in more than two contract specialties.

Key responsibilities

• Support large subcontract efforts of moderate to increasing complexity for local and international projects in an assigned region.
• Perform all commercial subcontract administration, from issuing requests for proposals through execution, including high-volume subcontract packages.
• Manage and administer subcontracts for construction activities on oil and gas-related projects under minimal supervision.
• Lead pre-award and post-award activities: qualify potential bidders, assemble and issue invitations to bid, assist with commercial and technical bid evaluations, and handle daily administration such as communications, invoicing, status reports and contract closeout.
• Own the assigned subcontract packages for budget and cost, monitor expenditures and payments, approve changes, and negotiate disputes in the company's best interest.
• Support the company's values and culture, including diversity and inclusion goals and a safe, harassment-free workplace.

Required profile

• 4+ years in supply chain; 8-10+ years in an oil and gas EPC company, project management, subcontracts, contracting strategies or contract management role.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or equivalent experience.
• Experience executing subcontract templates and packages, bid evaluation, negotiating terms and conditions, and developing and managing subcontract processes.

Required skills

• Database, spreadsheets and MS Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication, critical thinking and adaptability.
• Ability to meet tight timelines and build mentoring relationships.

What we offer

• Family status assignment with medical insurance and visa coverage for eligible dependents.