What are the responsibilities and job description for the Subcontracts Administrator position at Advantage Technical?
CONTRACT TO HIRE POSITION
This position is responsible for the investigation and evaluation of subcontractors and the subcontracting of high-dollar value, unique, and specialty construction materials, equipment and services. This role must be capable of independent judgement in evaluating, selecting, and applying standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related subcontracting tasks for a construction project and has a direct impact upon cost containment, efficiency and the profitability of operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Consult with engineering and construction management to clarify material requirements and scopes of work.
- Prepare and submit request for quotations.
- Receives and coordinates requests for information (RFI's).
- Handles subcontractor cost and schedule impact sheets.
- Discuss needs with subcontractors, review subcontractor's alternate suggestions, and make recommendations to project management with respect to cost reductions, better deliveries, and sales terms.
- Consult with suppliers and project engineers regarding technical suitability of equipment and work methods.
- Analyze quotations and select suppliers.
- Make commitments and negotiate prices and schedules.
- Secure quotations and develop cost information for proposals.
- Create bid tabulation forms and other procurement documents.
- Obtain routine cost information for estimating purposes.
- Enter and distribute subcontracts and other procurement documents.
- Solicit information from subcontractors regarding their capabilities and qualifications and update the supplier database of information.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s Degree preferable in Business Administration or Procurement
