Trade Network Development Manager

IICRC

. Scout, source, and attract skilled trade subcontractors and material suppliers across target service territories .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vendor management and subcontractor procurement within the construction industry, with a strong focus on compliance, performance metrics, and effective communication. Capable of sourcing and evaluating specialized trade contractors while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship and project timelines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Vendor ManagementSubcontractor ProcurementConstruction MSA KnowledgePerformance Metrics TrackingInterpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

Trade CoordinationConstruction Workflow KnowledgeCompliance Document ManagementTrade Capacity EvaluationConflict Resolution

Soft Skills

Negotiation SkillsSelf-StarterInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

ProcoreBuilderTrendJobNimbusSlackMicrosoft TeamsZoomCRM PlatformsERP Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Trade LicensesBackground ChecksInsurance Documentation

Industry Keywords

Residential ConstructionCommercial ConstructionReconstructionMSAsCOIsLien WaiversW-9s

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Scout, source, and attract skilled trade subcontractors and material suppliers across target service territories
Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified trade partners to reduce project delays caused by labor shortages
Partner with Reconstruction Project Managers and Estimators to identify trade capacity gaps and specialty trade requirements
Establish and execute vetting processes evaluating technical capabilities, project history, safety records, and financial stability
Conduct screening interviews, verify references, and inspect past project portfolios
Align trade partners on craftsmanship standards, job site protocols, communication expectations, and project timelines
Collect, verify, and maintain MSAs, trade licenses, background checks, COIs, and required insurance endorsements
Monitor expiring compliance documents and enforce a zero-tolerance policy for expired credentials on active job sites
Track subcontractor performance metrics including delivery, quality, punch-list efficiency, cleanup, and warranty responsiveness
Conduct performance reviews and facilitate conflict resolution between field project teams and trade partners
Maintain a vendor scoring and tiering system to reward top-performing trades with recurring work

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5+ years in vendor management, subcontractor procurement, or trade coordination within residential/commercial construction, restoration, or reconstruction
Strong practical understanding of construction MSAs, lien waivers, W-9s, and COI endorsement requirements
Working knowledge of reconstruction trade scopes, workflows, and standard production rates
Self-starter capable of managing priorities independently using modern digital tools (Slack, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, CRM/ERP platforms)
Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills, comfortable engaging both corporate executives and independent trade owners
Experience with construction management platforms such as Procore, BuilderTrend, JobNimbus, or Dash/Restoration Manager is a plus
Ability to source and evaluate specialized trade contractors and material suppliers
Knowledge of state/local trade licenses, background checks, insurance documentation, and required COI endorsements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Home office stipend
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Signing bonus
Training & development
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Home office setup stipend and technology package
100% remote work flexibility
100% Employer-funded Life Insurance
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