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Field Contracts Specialist

Field Contracts Specialist

Bechtel CorporationDahej, Gujarat, India
6 hours ago
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Job Summary

In this role, you will lead a team to manage subcontracts and monitor operations. You will develop the subcontracting strategy, operating procedures, staffing plan, and the contracts section of the Project Execution Plan. You will review and approve bid details, commitments, and negotiations. Your oversight will ensure project subcontracting is consistent and that requirements have been implemented.

Major Responsibilities :

Subcontract Management :

  • Independently handles subcontracts of growing complexity and value.
  • Collects and compiles data to support subcontract documentation and management.
  • Assists senior professionals in executing subcontract-related tasks.
  • Prepares materials for meetings and presentations; generates periodic status reports.

Contract Administrator :

  • Executes contract management tasks and standard procedures post-award.
  • Monitors contractor compliance with contractual and statutory obligations.
  • Leads or attends contractor meetings (kick-off, coordination, progress reviews).
  • Reviews contractor progress; escalates delays or non-performance.
  • Ensures alignment with contracting strategy; flags deviations.
  • Continuously assesses contracts and informs management of risks.
  • Resolves issues through stakeholder coordination and escalation mechanisms.
  • Coordinates operational activities affecting contract performance and obligations.
  • Manages contract changes, negotiations, and settlements.
  • Participates in contractual discussions and reviews contractor submittals.
  • Verifies milestone deliverables for invoice certification.
  • Communicates contract terms to project teams for clarity.
  • Prepares status reports for PMC management.
  • Uses standard tools and templates; adapts them for project-specific needs.
  • Identifies process inefficiencies for continuous improvement.
  • Education and Experience Requirements :

    Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience.

    Required Knowledge and Skills :

    Basic knowledge of contracting rules, policies and practices.

    Specialized courses or experience in pricing, contract law, negotiations and accounting.

    Working knowledge of engineering / construction industry contracting practices and Bechtel policies, procedures and work practices.

    Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

    Experience in developing and recommending potential solutions to contractual problems to management.

    Total Rewards / Benefits :

    For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at

    Diverse teams build the extraordinary :

    As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

    We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.

    Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to

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