Subcontractor Engagement Manager

Company Description

FLINT is a leading service provider in Canada’s energy and industrial markets offering full asset life cycle support, including construction, maintenance, fabrication, and environmental services. Committed to safety and quality, we foster a workplace culture that values innovation and sustainability. With a strong local presence and top-tier talent, we deliver high-quality services as we help our customers bring their resources to our world.

Job Description

The Subcontractor Engagement Manager plays a critical role in advancing FLINT’s subcontractor management practices and operational success. This position is responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors, internal stakeholders, and operational teams to deliver effective subcontractor oversight. The role ensures contract compliance, subcontractor readiness, and alignment with FLINT’s operating models.

What would you be doing?

- Lead and mentor a team of contract specialists, sourcing coordinators, and subcontract readiness coordinators, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.

- Oversee end-to-end subcontractor processes, including sourcing, prequalification, onboarding, execution, performance tracking, and audits, ensuring compliance with contractual, safety, and operational requirements.

- Build and maintain strong partnerships with subcontractors, internal stakeholders, and operations teams to enhance collaboration, streamline processes, and support organizational growth.

- Track subcontractor performance metrics, lead audit programs (onsite and paper audits), and drive continuous improvement initiatives to ensure alignment with project goals and safety standards.

- Expand FLINT’s subcontractor base to support entry into new geographical regions, establishing reliable, long-term partnerships that align with business objectives.

- Partner with proposals and estimating teams to align RFQ processes with project requirements, facilitate subcontractor onboarding and kick-off meetings, and act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on subcontractor challenges.

Perks of the job

- Comprehensive insurance and benefits package

- Health Care Spending Account

- Paid vacation

- Competitive compensation

Qualifications

- 8+ years in subcontractor management, operational project management, or supply chain leadership, preferably in construction or project-driven environments. A diploma or degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field is required.

- Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to inspire, mentor, and develop teams while fostering accountability and continuous improvement.

- Expertise in building relationships with internal and external stakeholders, collaborating across Procurement, Operations, HSE, and Estimating teams.

- Extensive experience managing subcontractors during project execution with a deep understanding of contract management principles, subcontractor challenges, and compliance oversight.

- Skilled in developing and improving processes to enhance efficiency, streamline subcontractor management, and resolve challenges effectively.

- Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities with a proven track record of adapting to changing priorities and ensuring project success.

Additional Information

As a condition of employment, qualified applicants who accept the role must complete a satisfactory pre-employment Background Check. This may consist of a combination of a Canadian Criminal Record check, an Employment Verification, and an Education and Accreditation Verification.

Candidates shortlisted will be required to complete the Profile TRAITS Survey.

The purpose of the TRAITS Survey tool is to assist FLINT in understanding the behaviors of individuals to support the best use of their strengths, abilities, and potential.

Our Commitment to Our People

When you join FLINT, we make these promises:

- Your work will matter. The projects you'll help build will serve communities for generations.

- Your growth is our priority. We'll invest in your development and create paths for advancement.

- Your voice will be heard. Your experience and ideas will shape how we tackle challenges.

- Your team will support you. You'll work with people who want to see you succeed.

- Your ambition will be rewarded. As you grow, FLINT grows – and we recognize those who help us build better.

Transform yourself. Strengthen each other. Make a better world.

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