Subcontracts Manager Jobs

Discover Subcontracts Manager opportunities for experienced professionals who oversee the commercial and operational relationships between organizations and their subcontractors. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles where you can lead contract strategy, negotiate terms, manage supplier performance, and help teams deliver complex programs.

What Does a Subcontracts Manager Do?

Subcontracts Managers guide the subcontracting lifecycle, from sourcing and proposal support through negotiation, award, administration, and closeout. They work with procurement, legal, finance, program management, and engineering teams to establish clear agreements, manage risk, resolve issues, and meet business or customer requirements.

Common Responsibilities

  • Develop subcontracting plans and strategies aligned with program goals and organizational policies.
  • Lead requests for proposals, bid evaluations, negotiations, and subcontract awards.
  • Monitor supplier performance, contract changes, schedules, deliverables, and corrective actions.
  • Ensure contracts follow applicable regulations, flow-down clauses, and internal controls.
  • Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to address disputes, mitigate risk, and support audits.
  • Manage subcontract documentation, reporting, and contract closeout.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience in subcontract administration, procurement, or strategic sourcing, along with strong negotiation, communication, analytical, and project-management skills. Knowledge of contract terms, compliance requirements, supplier risk, and relevant industry regulations can be valuable. Requirements vary by employer, sector, program complexity, and seniority.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Subcontracts Managers work across industries with complex supply chains, including aerospace and defense, technology, construction, manufacturing, energy, and government contracting. With demonstrated leadership and results, professionals may progress to senior subcontract management, procurement leadership, supply chain management, or contracts director roles.

Find Subcontracts Manager Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted professional openings on Ladders to find Subcontracts Manager roles with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by employer, location, and responsibilities, and focus your search on positions that match your experience and career goals.

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$85K - $141K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, leading project execution and coordinating diverse teams to achieve mission objectives. Utilize your expertise to manage resources, resolve issues, and suppor...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $179K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering mission-critical projects by leading diverse teams, managing resources, and ensuring timely execution while supporting customer KPIs and resolving operationa...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $145K *

Shape the future of procurement in nuclear projects by leading supply chain activities, ensuring quality vendor integration, and driving performance alignment with project execution and regulatory req...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$165K - $205K *

Transform procurement practices by leading vendor management, cost analysis, and contract negotiations as you build a scalable function from scratch. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure optimal v...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Grow your career while ensuring subcontract compliance and performance through strategic oversight and collaboration with project stakeholders for successful contract execution in a high-stakes engine...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering industrial electrical projects, combining project management and customer engagement. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, efficient execution while building strong cli...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform procurement operations by leading a dynamic team, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance efficiency and supplier relations, while continuously...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $383K *

Join us to lead the contracts function in a dynamic Federal contracting environment. Oversee a team of 20+ professionals, develop strategies, and negotiate complex contracts while fostering strong rel...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$89K - $165K *

Lead contract management initiatives, ensuring compliance and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Drive negotiations and maintain customer relationships throughout the contract lifecycle, suppor...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Lead government contract negotiations and compliance, shaping Amca's contracting infrastructure. Drive strategic initiatives across military branches, ensuring regulatory adherence and fostering growt...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of government contracting by leading negotiations and managing compliance for a high-growth startup. As the sole in-house expert, you'll drive contract strategy and infrastructure, en...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $225K *

Elevate your career by providing technical leadership and integration across engineering, nuclear safety, and project management for complex construction programs, ensuring safety, quality, and custom...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $225K *

Drive technical leadership and integration across engineering, safety, and project management for complex nuclear programs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success and compl...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $225K *

Elevate project success by leading multidisciplinary teams in nuclear design and program management, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance across all phases of construction and operations for compl...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Shape the procurement strategy and lead a dynamic team to optimize sourcing, negotiate contracts, and establish vendor partnerships, ensuring alignment with project goals and driving cost savings init...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Manage the formation and administration of federal subcontracts, supporting public sector teams in contract lifecycle activities. Collaborate with internal departments to ensure compliance and effecti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $81K *

Lead the strategic direction of subcontract management, ensuring compliance and efficiency in negotiations, administration, and reporting. Collaborate with teams to support critical government mission...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower your leadership skills to oversee contract management operations, ensuring quality delivery of services and cohesive collaboration with government partners while supporting team performance an...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Drive acquisition excellence by leading a high-performing team in federal contracting, ensuring compliance and quality throughout the procurement lifecycle while mentoring staff and managing complex p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Innovate and lead the subcontractor compliance lifecycle, ensuring performance and mitigating risks while collaborating with cross-functional teams to protect stakeholder interests and enhance process...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$79K - $147K *

Lead the full lifecycle of complex subcontract management, ensuring supplier performance and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet program objectives in a dynamic aerospac...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing subcontractor risk and enhancing financial assessments. Oversee the SDI program, collaborate with operations, and ensure compliance while driving continuous im...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead procurement strategies and practices to enhance sourcing efficiency, ensuring compliance with company policies while managing vendor relationships and optimizing processes to drive cost-effective...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $225K *

Engage in complex federal construction projects, overseeing planning, execution, and closeout phases. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success while managing scope, budget, and quality...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Lead and optimize supply chain management activities, ensuring efficient procurement and delivery processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance material flow and achieve operational ex...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Subcontracts Manager do?question toggle

    A Subcontracts Manager oversees agreements with subcontractors, including sourcing, proposal evaluation, negotiations, awards, contract administration, performance monitoring, compliance, and closeout.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Subcontracts Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for experience in subcontracting, procurement, or contracts; negotiation and communication skills; and familiarity with contract compliance, supplier management, and risk.

  • Which industries hire Subcontracts Managers?question toggle

    Subcontracts Managers are employed in industries with complex supplier networks, including aerospace and defense, government contracting, technology, construction, manufacturing, and energy.

  • How much do Subcontracts Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as experience, industry, location, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • How can I find Subcontracts Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Subcontracts Manager listings on Ladders and review each posting’s compensation, qualifications, location, and responsibilities to identify opportunities that fit your experience.