Subcontract Market Sector Lead

Why Black & Veatch

Join the Black & Veatch Construction team and  build with pride . As a 100% employee‑owned company, every role matters — you  own your work, your impact, and your future. We lead with  care , and  safety is non‑negotiable and embedded into every role, site and decision , ensuring our teams return home safe, every day.

From field engineering to project management to quality and startup, you’ll work with cutting‑edge technology, learn from seasoned experts, and grow through real‑world, hands‑on experience. With a strong backlog across power, water, grid, and industrial markets, you’ll have the stability to grow and the opportunity to  shape what comes next.

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Job Summary

Each Market Sector (MS) Subcontracts Manager will be the ultimate point of contact for the Subcontracts Department within the MS to understand the current and future Subcontracts support needs. This role will oversee subcontracting strategies, monitor subcontracts performance on projects, and ensure projects are executing work in accordance with established Subcontracts processes and procedures.  Each MS Subcontracts Manager will be responsible for all Subcontracts professionals working in the MS (field and office). Depending on proposal/project volume in the MS, they would supervise 3-15+ professionals and be accountable for subcontracts performance within their MS. 

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with Market Sector & Strategic Growth leadership to understand BD strategy, proposal support, and staffing needs
• Coordinate with other Market Sector SC Managers and SC Ops Director to manage staffing needs & train subcontracts professionals
• Collect/review subcontracts KPIs for all projects in the Market Sector; address concerns with Subcontracts leadership & project management
• Support subcontracts leads in the Market Sector to resolve Subcontracts-related issues
• Audit projects for compliance with Subcontracts processes and procedures
• Participate in CRBs and PRBs on proposals with subcontracted scope
• Support the development & implementation of the Subcontracts MSA Program

Management Responsibilities

Supervises work of others. Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of their subordinates.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Purchasing, Business, or related field (relevant experience can be substituted for a degree)
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience (12 years preferred), including complex negotiations
• Minimum 3 years of Leadership experience 
• Experience working in the field (1+ full-time field assignment 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.