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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$80K - $95K *

Drive financial performance of construction projects by analyzing costs, risks, and budgets. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate reporting and proactive decision-making. Elevate project outcomes...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock financial insights to drive project success. Collaborate with teams to ensure budget accuracy, manage risks, and deliver comprehensive cost reporting for construction projects, while maintainin...

Texas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of contract lifecycle management, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while serving as a pivotal partner to stakeholders in a dynamic legal landscape. Enhance processes and systems...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in procurement strategy, managing supplier relationships and sourcing for cutting-edge defense technology. Drive cost efficiency and compliance while collaborating across teams to ensu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $137K *

Join a team that shapes winning proposals for strategic market pursuits. Lead end-to-end proposal management in a collaborative environment, ensuring high-quality, client-focused submissions that driv...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion procurement strategies and manage subcontracts to ensure compliance with regulations and business policies, driving project success through effective negotiation and collaboration with intern...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving procurement excellence in subcontract management. Leverage your expertise to ensure compliance and optimize supplier relationships, impacting project success across the U.S...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $180K *

Champion the management of complex U.S. Government contracts, ensuring compliance and excellence throughout the lifecycle. Lead a team of contract managers while engaging with stakeholders to optimize...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of procurement strategy and innovation. Lead a dynamic team to optimize supply chain efficiency, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost-effective solutions...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving project excellence by coordinating multidisciplinary efforts, managing risks, and ensuring seamless execution across all workstreams to achieve project goals in a dynamic en...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by overseeing industrial process design and integration. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure compliance and effective communication throughout project lifecycles, while ma...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$63K - $111K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on contract administration, reporting, and database management. Contribute to maintaining accurate records and improving processes to ensure compl...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team driving change management for a large aviation capital program. Oversee contract changes from identification to execution, ensuring alignment among stakeholders and maintaining gov...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading project management initiatives, overseeing operations, and ensuring compliance with contract deliverables. Collaborate with teams to enhance productivity and maintain...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $120K *

Lead project management efforts, ensuring compliance, quality, and safety while overseeing personnel, schedules, and budgets. Drive productivity improvements and maintain strong client relationships f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$109K - $203K *

Optimize supply chain contracts through negotiation and compliance, ensuring effective strategies and risk mitigation while collaborating with legal and multifunctional teams for successful outcomes...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$137K - $254K *

Drive excellence in global supply chain as a Sr Staff Contracts Analyst. Manage complex contract negotiations, ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and collaborate across functions to deliver optimal bu...

Grand Prairie, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Innovate within the supply chain by managing strategic procurement for large-scale renewable energy projects. Lead supplier engagement and contract negotiations while collaborating across teams to dri...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $220K *

Elevate procurement strategies across diverse operations, driving cost efficiency and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize sourcing for materials and services, ensuring alignme...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive project excellence by managing schedules, governance, and reporting. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality deliverables, mitigate risks, and optimize resources throughout the project lifecycl...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $110K *

Transform project management by establishing scheduling standards, ensuring quality deliverables, and managing risks. Collaborate with teams to streamline reporting and enhance project outcomes from i...

Banff, ABIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Transform projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring adherence to plans, and optimizing customer relations while delivering profitable outcomes. Drive continuous improvement and maintain key...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead cross-functional project teams to drive successful execution of programs while ensuring customer satisfaction and financial performance. Collaborate effectively and manage stakeholder relationshi...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform daily operations by overseeing business management, aligning resources, and enhancing performance across a large facilities program. Collaborate with leadership to ensure compliance, efficie...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading construction projects from planning to completion, ensuring alignment with company values. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality results while managing timelines a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.