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How much do subcontract manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for subcontract manager in Minnesota is $103,148.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,300.00 and $120,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Subcontract Manager vs Project Coordinator?

AspectSubcontract ManagerProject Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesOversees subcontractor agreements, manages subcontractor performance, negotiates contractsAssists in project planning, coordinates tasks, tracks project progress
Required CredentialsRelevant experience, often a degree in construction or related field, certifications like CSP or CCMTypically a degree or diploma, less specialized certifications required
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, project offices, procurement departmentsOffice settings, project meetings, administrative tasks
Industry UsageCommon in construction, engineering, and large-scale projectsUsed across various industries for project support roles

The Subcontract Manager focuses on managing subcontractor relationships, contracts, and performance, requiring specialized experience and certifications. In contrast, the Project Coordinator provides administrative and logistical support to ensure project tasks are completed on time. Both roles are essential but differ significantly in scope and responsibilities.

What are Subcontract Managers?

Subcontract Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing and managing agreements between their organization and external vendors or subcontractors. They handle the negotiation, execution, and administration of contracts to ensure that all terms and conditions are met. Their duties often include sourcing suppliers, ensuring compliance with regulations, resolving disputes, and monitoring subcontractor performance. Subcontract Managers play a crucial role in mitigating risks and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Subcontract Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Subcontract Manager, you need expertise in contract negotiation, supply chain management, and a solid understanding of procurement processes, often supported by a bachelor's degree in business or related field. Familiarity with contract management software, ERP systems, and relevant certifications such as NCMA’s Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) are highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help foster productive supplier relationships and resolve issues. These capabilities ensure efficient contract execution, risk mitigation, and alignment with organizational objectives.

What are some common challenges faced by Subcontract Managers, and how are they typically addressed within organizations?

Subcontract Managers often navigate challenges such as negotiating favorable terms with vendors, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and managing risks related to cost, schedule, and quality. These challenges are typically addressed through strong communication skills, regular performance reviews, and close collaboration with legal, procurement, and project management teams. Many organizations also provide training in contract law and negotiation techniques to support Subcontract Managers in resolving conflicts and maintaining positive supplier relationships.
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Infographic showing various Subcontract Manager job openings in Minnesota as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 8% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 8% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,148 per year, or $49.6 per hour.

Industrial Senior Project Manager

McGough Construction

Saint Paul, MN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

McGough is a respected partner that brings five generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.
INDUSTRIAL SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
  • The primary role of the Industrial Senior Project Manager (Sr. PM) will plan and lead key projects within the Agricultural Industrial market or multiple projects from inception through deployment, providing day-to-day management and oversight of project resources, tasks, issues, timelines, cost and scope. In addition to managing projects, a Sr. PM is responsible for:
  • The success and profitability of projects
  • Successful management of project financials, including fee retention
  • Client satisfaction
  • Leading by example
  • Promoting the McGough way
  • Guiding and mentoring project management staff to ensure these individuals are trained for the next level in their career
  • Fostering and building relationships with owners, design partners, subcontractors and suppliers
  • Championing company initiatives
  • Management of a large project or overall responsibility for multiple smaller projects
  • Mentoring and coaching project management staff
  • Continuing to develop skills to successfully manage projects
  • Understanding scope changes and performing quantity take-offs, pricing, and tracking all project revisions
  • Fostering and building relationships with owners, design partners, subcontractors and suppliers

Qualifications:
Required:
  • 10+ years of Industrial experience and 5+ years of agricultural industrial in the construction market, including Bio Fuels and Oilseeds
  • Must be familiar with a self-perform project environment and be used to working in a unionized labor setting
  • Demonstrated experience building strong partnerships and trust with external partners, including owners, owner's representatives, design firms, and subcontractors
  • A strong understanding of risk assessment policies and procedures
  • Must be familiar with lump sum, and cost of the work plus a fee environment
  • A proven ability to deliver project gross
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills
  • Thorough and detail-oriented
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
  • Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision
  • On the job field experience
  • Capable of constructing a P6 critical path project schedule that shows a logical critical path, float and durations with properly scheduled predecessors and successors in an organized work breakdown structure
  • Strong computer skills, including P6, Blue Beam, Acrobat, Excel and Microsoft Office programs

Preferred:
  • Four-year degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or related degree
  • Industrial experience in Petroleum, Power Generation and Food sectors a plus

Office and Travel:
Office: Various jobsites and/or corporate/regional office.
Travel: Ability to travel to out-of-town assignments as needed.
Responsibilities and Tasks:
  • Pursuit, Preconstruction and Business Development
    • Help lead the pursuit team in understanding prospective projects and requirements
    • Research prospective clients
    • Assist pursuit team in completing responses to RFQs and RFPs
    • Participate in pursuit interviews
    • Be a champion and owner of preconstruction meetings
    • Provide management and leadership to ensure successful completion of our QA/QC page turn process
  • Estimating and Bidding
    • Perform quantity take-offs and assist in estimating
    • Take the lead on updating estimates through SDs, DDs and CDs
    • Develop bidders list and verify subcontractor qualifications (i.e., Textura, etc.)
    • Subcontractor procurement (prepare contracting plan, bid solicitations, bid analysis and tabulations)
    • Comprehensive understanding of what is included in subcontractor package scope
    • Page turn review with subcontractors, field staff and engineering staff prior to subcontract award
    • Review bid results with owner and architect and prepare/execute Owner Notification Letter (when applicable)
    • Participate in preparation of preconstruction estimate and cost model
    • Create and maintain control estimate
  • Scheduling
    • Lead field staff with creating CPM scheduling
    • Work closely with field staff to update and distribute schedule as needed
    • Lead the Last Planner scheduling efforts in conjunction with field staff
  • Project Documentation
    • Review and understand all drawings and specifications
    • Lead the project document page turn reviews
    • Manage the Request for Information (RFI) process and work with the design team to get timely responses
    • Manage the shop drawings/submittals review process and work with the design team to get timely turnaround
    • Understand the requirements of our owner's contracts, as well as subcontracts
  • Subcontract Management
    • Maintain a thorough understanding of what is included in the subcontractor's scope
    • Review and process subcontractor change requests; negotiate pricing
    • Review and approve subcontractor invoices
    • Assist superintendent with manpower and personnel requests
  • Cost Control
    • Manage distribution and pricing of project changes
    • Prepare and maintain the project PACE documents
    • Work with the project accounting team to produce monthly pay applications
    • Prepare, track and review the project cost control log with the construction team
    • Manage project cost review and approval processes with the design team and owner
    • Prepare Schedule of Values, Sworn Construction Statement, Invoice and other billing documents as required by our owner contract
  • Project Meetings
    • Attend all project and company safety meetings
    • Attend and participate in weekly work plan meetings
    • Conduct and provide timely documentation for construction coordination meetings
    • Participate in start-up meetings and preparing documentation in conjunction with field staff
    • Provide monthly PACE reports to management and lead PACE meetings
  • Post-Construction
    • Perform pre-punch with an aim at providing a "zero item" punchlist
    • Oversee the punchlist process
    • Support the close-out team in gathering final as-built plans and documentation
    • Review project close-out documentation for accuracy and completeness
    • Manage overall plan for owner training in conjunction with field staff
  • Other Responsibilities
    • Participate in business development activities (client functions, design firm open houses, conferences, etc.)
    • Foster relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants and subcontractors
    • Pursue new relationships with potential clients and design firms
    • Attend and participate in project management and other company meetings
    • Attend any training - personal and/or professional development - that is relevant to the position, including human resources management
    • Actively participate in company-sponsored events
    • Perform functions of PE, Asst. PM or PM I as may be necessary for project
    • Support and follow standard of work
    • Participate in Lean events and support of the McGough Way
    • Other responsibilities as assigned

Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position involves sitting for extended periods of time while working at a computer terminal. Employee must be able to communicate effectively in a typical office environment with a standard level of office noise. Occasional standing, bending, walking and lifting is also required.
Employee will be required to visit construction jobsites, which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures. In addition, employee must be able to move around prospective or current project sites. This includes climbing ladders, walking on uneven surfaces, walking long distances, and climbing stairs.
In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is $150,000 to $200,000, excluding fringe benefits or potential bonuses. If you join McGough, your final base salary will be determined by several factors, including geography, location, skills, education, and experience. Furthermore, we place significant value on pay equity among our current team members as part of any final job offer.
Please note that the range provided above reflects the hiring range for this role. Hiring near the top end of this range would be atypical, as we aim to allow room for future salary growth. Additionally, McGough offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. This includes insurance coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. We also provide generous retirement plans, voluntary benefit plans, parental leave, substantial paid time off, and holiday pay.
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