Subcontracts Administrator

Lafayette, Indiana

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors
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Who We Are

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 Teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.

Hargrove's key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.

Work-life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We're happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business. important areas of focus for Hargrove. We're happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope: Generally responsible for prequalifying suppliers/contractors, negotiating terms and conditions, and executing subcontracts as required for projects. This role will also be responsible for developing bid packages, executing purchase orders, and assisting in revising department procedures. This work will be performed under minimal supervision at a client location in Lafayette, IN as a part of our Technical Services team.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity providing full benefits, competitive compensation, and per diem for those who qualify.

Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
  • Oversight and control of site documentation in accordance with the site document control procedures.
  • Updates and maintains the document control library.
  • Attends daily and weekly meetings.
  • Request and follow up with discipline leads for timely documentation submittal.
  • Coordinates with home office document control.
  • Ensures clear tracking of documents submitted to or checked out of library.
  • Ensures access control and security of library.
  • Coordinates and prepares for turnover of library documents to the client's site.
  • Developing and issuing non-disclosure agreements.
  • Developing strategic sourcing agreements.
  • Executing subcontracts and sourcing agreements. Tracking and managing subcontract funding in relation to progress.
  • Closing out service orders following confirmation of the successful completion of all contractual and procedural requirements.
  • Maintaining subcontract records in accordance with company policy.
  • Preparing commercial bid analysis and recommendation for award.
  • Monitoring subcontractor performance and attending meetings with subcontractors to review subcontract status and discuss open issues.
  • Managing supplier database and supplier/contractor prequalification process.
  • Developing and maintaining supplier/contractor relationships.
  • Knowledge of the execution of projects.
  • Interpreting project scopes, statements of work, and project schedules.
Ideal Background

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor of Science degree in related field from an accredited university is highly preferred.

Experience: This position requires 5+ years of relevant professional experience in Supply Chain Management, specifically in subcontract administration. Relevant experience in an EPC environment and industrial markets is preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Experience with the subcontracts in an EPC environment with related experience in heavy-industrial markets.
  • Conduct and coordinate risk and price analysis on potential subcontractors to determine ability to administer awards in compliance with Client requirements.
  • Ability to gain knowledge of and apply company standards.
  • Ability to organize effectively and execute contracts.
  • Proficiency in contract language and commercial terms and conditions.
  • Working knowledge and understanding of contract law and the UCC.
  • Extreme attention to detail.
  • Ability to effectively negotiate contract conditions with suppliers and/or contractors.
  • Complete knowledge and understanding of payment terms.
  • Excellent listening and communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proficient in the use of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software (such as Microsoft Dynamics).
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.


Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a "team mentality" so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others.

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a "team mentality" so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the "Best Firms to Work For" by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama.

We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization.

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Date Posted: 23 April 2025
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