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Reno, Nevada, United States of America | Henderson, Nevada, United States of America

Overview

We are seeking a Subcontracts Manager to join our team in Reno, NV.

AtkinsRéalis' Minerals & Metals USA team is expanding and seeking an experienced Contract Administrator to support large-scale capital construction projects. This full-time, client-site–based role reports functionally to the Procurement and Contracts Manager (USA) and works day to day as the primary client interface.

The position supports projects in Northern Nevada or other major U.S. cities and offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Your role

  • Develop and execute procurement strategies for large, complex construction projects.
  • Lead negotiations with general contractors, subcontractors, engineering consultants, and suppliers.
  • Draft, review, negotiate, and administer PCM, construction, and supplier contracts across the full contract lifecycle.
  • Manage subcontract procurement activities, including prequalification, RFP/RFQ issuance, bid evaluations, award recommendations, and contract execution.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact between the client and internal project teams, ensuring alignment across engineering, procurement, construction, legal, finance, and project controls.
  • Administer contract changes, including entitlement assessments, change order negotiations, and commercial risk management.
  • Monitor contractor performance, contract compliance, payment milestones, warranties, and deliverables.
  • Support project controls through accruals, forecasting, and cash-flow coordination.
  • Review and validate contractor closeout documentation to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance.
  • Participate in cost, procurement, and progress meetings with clients and contractors.
  • Perform regular site visits (up to three days per week, as required).
  • Utilize e‑procurement and contract management systems such as SAP and Ariba.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of contracting tools, templates, and processes.
Minerals & metallurgy Cost, Commercial & Procurement

Location

Various locations

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-153200

Salary range

-

About you

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Contract Administration, or a related field.
  • 12–15 years of experience in construction contract and procurement management, preferably on large capital or EPC projects.
  • Experience preparing and issuing RFPs/RFQs and leading commercial evaluations.
  • Strong working knowledge of construction contract administration, project controls, and commercial risk management.
  • Working knowledge of Primavera and/or Microsoft Project.
  • Advanced negotiation, analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and standard contract management systems.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced, client-facing environments.
  • Bilingual English/French language skills are an asset.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $100,000 - $150,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and is committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data. By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.

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