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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$89K - $165K *

Drive supplier performance and manage complex subcontracts for diverse programs. Lead multifunctional teams, negotiate agreements, and ensure compliance with procurement standards while supporting glo...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $125K *

Lead the charge in subcontract administration for Federal contracts, ensuring compliance and effective negotiation. Collaborate with project teams to manage agreements and enhance operational efficien...

Chantilly, VARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$141K - $215K *

Partner with us to lead subcontract management, ensuring supplier performance aligns with program objectives in cost, schedule, and technical quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develo...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $100K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role in subcontract administration, overseeing procurement processes, developing templates, and mentoring staff while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and...

Houston, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Manage the full lifecycle of contracts and subcontracts, ensuring compliance with DoD regulations. Collaborate with leadership to enhance contract processes, negotiate agreements, and maintain audit r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $165K *

Lead the procurement and management of complex aircraft systems, ensuring successful collaboration with subcontractors to deliver mission-critical capabilities while meeting technical and quality stan...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $229K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex subcontracts for high-stakes defense and space projects. Lead the end-to-end subcontract lifecycle while ensuring compliance and fostering strategic pa...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$129K - $239K *

Empower a global supply-chain team to enhance munition acceleration strategies. Lead initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and foster collaboration across diverse teams to achieve program objecti...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing the full lifecycle of government and commercial contracts. Collaborate with teams to negotiate, administer, and ensure compliance while mitigating risks and supporting...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing government and commercial contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation. Collaborate with internal teams and partners to streamline contract administration and support...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $127K *

Drive subcontract management excellence by overseeing complex agreements, ensuring compliance, and fostering supplier relationships to support Defense programs and mitigate risks throughout the lifecy...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $219K *

Champion the success of subcontract management by leading a team, negotiating favorable contracts, and driving efficiency improvements while ensuring compliance with policies and managing supplier per...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $219K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic team in managing subcontracts, ensuring compliance, and driving cost efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize supplier performance while achievin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $125K *

Unlock your potential in Subcontract Administration by collaborating on RFPs, negotiating contracts, and ensuring supplier performance. Join a dynamic team focused on compliance and continuous improve...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$59K - $111K *

Transform procurement processes by managing supplier agreements and contracts, ensuring compliance, and developing specifications. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance n...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Lead a cross-functional team to manage subcontractor performance, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements while driving cost, quality, and schedule objectives for successful program executio...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing supply chain strategies and execution. You'll manage subcontractor performance, ensuring compliance and driving operational excellence while leading cross-fu...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $140K *

Lead the charge in developing and negotiating complex procurement contracts for next-gen nuclear projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and optimize contract performanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$67K - $125K *

Lead the charge in optimizing supply chain strategies to enhance operational performance. Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance while driving continuous improvement...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $125K *

Join a team that's redefining subcontract management for complex projects. You'll lead cross-functional teams to ensure supplier performance while negotiating contracts and managing relationships for...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $125K *

Join a team that champions supplier management, driving performance on contracts for diverse programs while leading multifunctional teams, developing essential specifications, and ensuring timely deli...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $125K *

Join a team that's shaping supplier management for complex projects. Lead subcontract teams to optimize cost, schedule, and technical performance while enhancing global production and support efforts...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$59K - $111K *

Optimize subcontract management efforts across diverse programs, ensuring supplier performance, cost control, and compliance with specifications. Collaborate with multifunctional teams to enhance proj...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $125K *

Drive the procurement process, managing moderate-to-high-risk contracts and leading cross-functional teams to optimize supplier performance for diverse programs in the commercial and defense sectors...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $203K *

Champion the management of contract packages for complex power projects, overseeing tendering, negotiations, and administration to ensure project milestones and quality standards are met while collabo...

1 week ago

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

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.