Project Procurement & Subcontracts Manager

About the role

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) is seeking a Project Procurement & Subcontracts Manager to lead and manage all project procurement and subcontract activities from planning through closeout. The role ensures alignment with project objectives, client requirements and risk management goals, and serves as the primary commercial interface between clients, contractors, suppliers and project stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Lead procurement and subcontract activities from planning through closeout, developing and executing strategies aligned with project objectives and risk management goals.
• Manage supplier and contractor sourcing, bidding, evaluations, negotiations, awards and contract administration.
• Provide leadership and oversight to procurement and subcontract teams, ensuring safe, compliant and effective execution.
• Monitor cost, schedule, quality and commercial performance, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Manage changes, risks, claims avoidance and contract compliance, and coordinate with Engineering, Construction, Project Management and other stakeholders.
• Serve as the main commercial interface with clients, suppliers, contractors and senior management, and drive continuous improvement of procurement processes and tools.
• Support global project execution and coordinate with international suppliers, contractors and execution centers.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Science, Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• 15+ years of procurement, purchasing, subcontracts and commercial management experience in EPC project environments.
• Experience leading procurement and subcontract functions on major capital projects, and executing lump-sum and reimbursable projects in oil & gas, LNG, petrochemical, chemical, energy or industrial markets.
• Proven leadership, stakeholder management and team development capabilities, and strong commercial acumen with risk management and cost reduction experience.
• Experience with international suppliers, contractors and global execution teams; familiarity with Canadian contracting practices, Alberta industrial markets, Indigenous procurement initiatives and local content requirements is preferred.
• Ability to work in complex, schedule-driven environments and to travel internationally as required.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of sourcing, purchasing, subcontract formation, contract administration, negotiations and change management.
• Proficiency with contract management systems, e-procurement tools, Microsoft Excel and Power BI.
• Strong communication, presentation, negotiation and relationship management skills.

What we offer

• Possible benefits including a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability coverage and paid time off.
• Flexible work schedule option and support for career advancement through professional training and development.