Building on our past. Ready for the future
Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We're bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.
Purpose of the Role
The Senior Procurement Contract Specialist at Worley is dedicated to supporting the seamless execution of project subcontract plans. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful negotiation, administration, and management of subcontracts, aligning with Worley's vision of delivering sustainable change. The incumbent will contribute to bridging traditional energy solutions with sustainable practices, supporting the company's ambitious targets for sustainability-related projects.
This position will initially be based remotely, with business trips to Reading, PA. Once the project moves to the construction site, you will be required to work on-site in Newton, KS.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and Implement Subcontract Plans: Create and manage comprehensive subcontract plans tailored to individual project requirements.
Document Customization: Collaborate with the Legal Department to customize company documents to fit specific project needs, ensuring compliance and alignment with company policies.
Team Leadership: Lead and manage the Project Subcontract team, distributing workload, administering resources, and advising Contract Administrators on policy and procedural matters.
Status Reporting: Provide management with regular updates on the status of all project subcontracts.
Source List Preparation: Develop and recommend lists of qualified subcontractors based on past performance and project requirements, coordinating with project management and client recommendations.
Proposal and Contract Management: Prepare Request for Proposal forms, ensure accuracy and completeness of proposal packages, and interface with affected sections for necessary data inclusion. Evaluate subcontractor responses, negotiate terms, and issue contracts.
Documentation and Reporting: Prepare and maintain subcontract documents, establish accurate tracking records, and produce reports and correspondence for project management and clients.
File Maintenance: Ensure subcontractor files are updated and maintained, including invoice auditing and payment monitoring.
Change Management and Claims Avoidance: Manage subcontract changes, host weekly subcontractor meetings, document meeting minutes, and oversee subcontract closeout actions.
Liaison Role: Act as the liaison between subcontractors and the construction team to ensure smooth project execution.
Additional Responsibilities: Undertake other responsibilities as required to support project and organizational goals.
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Qualifications / Skill Set
Industry Experience: Extensive experience in the industrial construction industry, specifically within the chemicals, petrochemicals, power, and refinery sectors, focusing on subcontract administration and management.
Educational Background: A four-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
Contract Management Software: Proficiency in using integrated contract management software is advantageous.
Legal and Technical Acumen: Strong understanding of construction, engineering, and legal terms and conditions.
Leadership and Communication Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage resources, and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Detail-Oriented and Organized: Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills, ensuring accuracy in documentation and tracking.
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Moving forward together
We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.
Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here. And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.