Open To Work
Jeff Cooney
Houston,TX
Summary
Accomplished Subcontracts Manager with extensive experience leading teams and managing complex subcontracts worth over $200 million. Expert in FAR/DFAR compliance and negotiation, driving successful procurement processes. Proven leader in change management, fostering collaboration and optimizing project outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Subcontracts Manager
KBR SERVICES, LLC
Houston, TX
11.2022 - 12.2025
- Led two subcontract teams comprising nine reports on Government Services, Commercial Projects, and Real Estate Construction.
Directed procurement processes from initiation through close-out for diverse KBR projects.
Performed administrative duties including Master Agreements, Subcontracts, and Purchase Orders.
Worked closely with project teams to align operations and subcontract management effectively.
Managed roughly 300 subcontracts, totaling over $200 million in value.
Subcontracts Supervisor
KBR SERVICES, LLC
Houston, TX
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Directed subcontracts team for KBR projects across Government Services, Commercial Projects, and Real Estate Construction.
Oversaw procurement activities for a team of 5 employees from initiation through completion.
Managed subcontract change processes by negotiating effectively with subcontractors.
Implemented training programs for new hires, ensuring proper supervision and quality review.
Supported team members by offering consistent guidance and assistance.
Conducted administrative work involving Master Agreements, Work Releases, Subcontracts, and Purchase Orders.
Senior Subcontracts Administrator
KBR SERVICES, LLC
Houston, TX
01.2008 - 01.2021
- Administered subcontracts from initiation to completion, overseeing Request for Proposals and bid evaluations.
Executed subcontracts, Purchase Orders, and Master Agreements, managing changes through effective negotiations.
Collaborated with operations staff to address issues related to contractual rights and obligations.
Participated in multiple proposals by sending Requests for Proposals and evaluating submitted bids.
Facilitated entry into NDAs and Teaming Agreements to protect intellectual property.
Personally managed subcontracts exceeding $50M in total value, ensuring compliance and performance standards.
Led subcontract change management initiatives to optimize project outcomes and contractor relations.
Subcontracts Administrator
KBR SERVICES, LLC
Houston, TX
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Spearheaded formation and award of subcontracts, composing bidders’ lists and pre-qualifying bidders. Vetted subcontractors through Request for Proposal / Request for Quote process for new scopes of work. Received and evaluated bids, providing commercial bid summaries and recommendation letters. Developed and finalized subcontract documents for execution.
Expediter/Buyer
KBR SERVICES, LLC
Houston, TX
03.2000 - 01.2003
- Enabled electronic submission of technical documents and drawings for subcontractors, facilitating engineer approval.
Resolved program concerns and documented submittal issues to ensure seamless project execution.
Coordinated field inspections and expedited processes with engineering and procurement teams.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Information and Operations Management
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
College Station, TX12-1999
Skills
- Managing Multiple Teams
- Complex Subcontracts
- In Depth FAR/DFAR Knowledge
- Subcontract Negotiation
- Subcontract Development
- Change Management
- MS Office Suite
- SharePoint
- Deltek Costpoint
- SAP
- OnBase
Certification
Top Secret Government Clearance
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridSalary Range
$150000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Subcontracts Manager
KBR SERVICES, LLC
11.2022 - 12.2025
Subcontracts Supervisor
KBR SERVICES, LLC
01.2021 - 11.2022
Senior Subcontracts Administrator
KBR SERVICES, LLC
01.2008 - 01.2021
Subcontracts Administrator
KBR SERVICES, LLC
01.2003 - 01.2008
Expediter/Buyer
KBR SERVICES, LLC
03.2000 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Business Administration - Information and Operations Management
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY