Softworld, a Kelly Company
Subcontracts Project manager
Softworld, a Kelly Company, Slidell, Louisiana, United States, 70461
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Base pay range $50.00/hr - $50.00/hr
Job Title:
Subcontracts Project manager
Job Location:
Slidell Louisiana 70458
Onsite Requirements:
Subcontract and FAR contract administration
Program schedules, cost and risk management
Job Description
This role owns a subset of subcontract acquisitions and operates under the direction of a Sr. Subcontracts Manager within a highly collaborative Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Program Office environment.
The ideal candidate is action-oriented, highly organized, and an effective communicator who thrives in a team-based, fast-paced defense program environment.
This role is critical to ensuring supplier execution aligns with cost, schedule, technical, and mission objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with Program Management to consolidate subcontractor contractual requirements and technical specifications into accurate, comprehensive Requests for Proposal (RFPs).
Review and evaluate supplier bid responses and perform cost and pricing analysis to support negotiation strategy development.
Negotiate pricing, terms, and scope of work for complex, high-dollar subcontracts within a government acquisition environment.
Place and manage cost-type and fixed-price material and service subcontracts.
Draft and execute formal subcontract documents, coordinating approvals across functional and program leadership, while ensuring compliance with applicable FAR requirements.
Understand and manage the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and supplier critical path, implementing mitigation actions to protect schedule commitments.
Manage subcontractor financial, technical, and schedule performance to ensure compliant, on-time, and cost-effective delivery.
Monitor subcontractor performance, proactively identify risks or issues, and coordinate corrective actions with Supplier Development.
Participate in program meetings and serve as the primary interface for subcontractor communications.
Facilitate, maintain, and control all correspondence between Client Systems and subcontractors.
Communicate program status, risks, and progress to internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting project teams, including schedule development, performance monitoring, and risk management.
Experience working within or closely with a Procurement or Subcontracts organization.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience identifying, assessing, and managing program Risks and Opportunities.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-based, cross-functional environment.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
US Citizenship required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Desired Qualifications
Broad-based business experience with an emphasis on negotiating and administering contractual agreements.
Experience supporting industrial manufacturing or defense programs.
PMP certification or equivalent project management credential.
3rd party and subcontract staffing agencies are not eligible for partnership on this position. 3rd party subcontractors need not apply.
This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in the United States, directly for an employer, without sponsorship now or anytime in the future.
This client is a US Federal Government contractor and is legally required to hire US Citizens. US Citizens will only be considered for this role
Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:
Contract
Job function:
Engineering, Other, and Project Management
Industries:
Engineering Services, Market Research, and Professional Services
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Softworld, a Kelly Company provided pay range This range is provided by Softworld, a Kelly Company. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $50.00/hr - $50.00/hr
Job Title:
Subcontracts Project manager
Job Location:
Slidell Louisiana 70458
Onsite Requirements:
Subcontract and FAR contract administration
Program schedules, cost and risk management
Job Description
This role owns a subset of subcontract acquisitions and operates under the direction of a Sr. Subcontracts Manager within a highly collaborative Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Program Office environment.
The ideal candidate is action-oriented, highly organized, and an effective communicator who thrives in a team-based, fast-paced defense program environment.
This role is critical to ensuring supplier execution aligns with cost, schedule, technical, and mission objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with Program Management to consolidate subcontractor contractual requirements and technical specifications into accurate, comprehensive Requests for Proposal (RFPs).
Review and evaluate supplier bid responses and perform cost and pricing analysis to support negotiation strategy development.
Negotiate pricing, terms, and scope of work for complex, high-dollar subcontracts within a government acquisition environment.
Place and manage cost-type and fixed-price material and service subcontracts.
Draft and execute formal subcontract documents, coordinating approvals across functional and program leadership, while ensuring compliance with applicable FAR requirements.
Understand and manage the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and supplier critical path, implementing mitigation actions to protect schedule commitments.
Manage subcontractor financial, technical, and schedule performance to ensure compliant, on-time, and cost-effective delivery.
Monitor subcontractor performance, proactively identify risks or issues, and coordinate corrective actions with Supplier Development.
Participate in program meetings and serve as the primary interface for subcontractor communications.
Facilitate, maintain, and control all correspondence between Client Systems and subcontractors.
Communicate program status, risks, and progress to internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting project teams, including schedule development, performance monitoring, and risk management.
Experience working within or closely with a Procurement or Subcontracts organization.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience identifying, assessing, and managing program Risks and Opportunities.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-based, cross-functional environment.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
US Citizenship required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Desired Qualifications
Broad-based business experience with an emphasis on negotiating and administering contractual agreements.
Experience supporting industrial manufacturing or defense programs.
PMP certification or equivalent project management credential.
3rd party and subcontract staffing agencies are not eligible for partnership on this position. 3rd party subcontractors need not apply.
This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in the United States, directly for an employer, without sponsorship now or anytime in the future.
This client is a US Federal Government contractor and is legally required to hire US Citizens. US Citizens will only be considered for this role
Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:
Contract
Job function:
Engineering, Other, and Project Management
Industries:
Engineering Services, Market Research, and Professional Services
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Slidell, LA .
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