Entry Level Subcontract Administration Professional

At Jacobs, we’re not just building structures, we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their state-of-the-art facilities that are changing our world.

As an Entry Level Subcontract Administrator for Life Sciences North America, you will be responsible for contracting standard to complex professional and/or construction services. The Subcontract Administrator will assist on small to mid-sized Projects (Projects with a Total Installed Cost of $50M, or less) while using best practices and knowledge of requirements to solve basic problems and handle day-to-day Subcontracting tasks with some guidance and direction. Leverage your passion and experience as you effectively and professionally conduct and coordinate procurement transactions associated with subcontracting of services as assigned.

The Subcontract Administrator demonstrates thorough knowledge and understanding of procurement concepts, principles and practices, and the techniques of ensuring task completion. They understand the role of procurement and its integration with other project functions, accomplishes value-added expectations and performs assignments in accordance with established policies and procedures. The Subcontract Administrator reports directly to the Manager of Procurement Services (MOPS) for the office which they are assigned. While supporting Jacobs’ Projects, the Subcontract Administrator will report indirectly to the assigned Subcontract Manager, Project Manager or Construction Manager.

Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment and we will help you grow, pursue and fulfill what inspires you - so we can make big impacts on the world, together!

• Bachelor’s degree in a business, construction, supply chain, or operations management

Ideally, You'll Also Have:

• Internship experience in construction contracting

• Internship experience in Biopharmaceutical/Life Science Manufacturing Projects is preferred

• Proficient in MS Office tools, including intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• The ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced team environment

• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills

• A drive to solve complex and challenging problems

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.