Contract Administrator

JOB TITLE: Contract Administrator

LOCATION: Houston, TX (Onsite)

SCHEDULE: Standard Working Hours

DURATION: 6-Month Contract

PAY: 51-56 USD per hour

In this role, you will manage and administer contractor-related agreements within the Supply Chain function. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading contract administration activities, including:
  
  o Creating, reviewing, and processing Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contracts.
  
  o Managing Pipeline and Facilities Construction contracts.
  
  o Reviewing Purchase Order (PO) agreements and related documentation.
  
  o Providing mark-ups and feedback on non-standard contractual language.
• Identifying contractual risks and legal issues while coordinating approvals across legal, insurance, safety, and compliance teams.
• Ensuring all contracts are processed accurately, timely, and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  
  
  
  Essential Duties and Job Functions:
  
  
• Draft contracts, amendments, and contractual correspondence, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate and manage contract documentation, including exhibits and supporting materials, in both electronic and hard copy formats.
• Ensure agreements are properly authorized and all terms are accurately recorded in company systems.
• Maintain compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements for contract documentation, tracking, and reporting.
• Act as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding contract-related inquiries and issues.
• Partner with audit, tax, legal, and accounting teams to support contract processes and compliance.
• Manage the contract review lifecycle, ensuring timely approvals and execution.
• Participate in special projects and generate ad-hoc reports as required.
• Apply knowledge of contract language, clauses, and transactional impacts to support business decisions.
  
  
  
  Knowledge & Skills:
  
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word (Track Changes) and Excel (advanced functions).
• Experience with Workshare Compare, Adobe Acrobat, and DocuSign.
• Strong understanding of contract terminology, structures, and administrative procedures.
• Excellent proofreading, auditing, and document accuracy skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple contracts simultaneously.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across all organizational levels.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong team collaboration skills.
  
  
  
  Education & Experience:
  
  
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Contract Administrator or Legal Assistant.
• Experience drafting and managing EPC, construction, or similar agreements is required.
• Oil and gas industry experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent business experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
  

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