Senior Contracts Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an accomplished Senior Contracts Administrator to support a leading organization in the Energy/Natural Resources sector on a Contract assignment based in Texas. In this role, you will work with cross-functional partners to prepare, assess, and negotiate commercial agreements that support ongoing business operations. This opportunity is well suited for a contracts specialist who can balance legal and commercial considerations while managing a high volume of work in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:
• Lead the preparation, review, and negotiation of commercial agreements across a range of business activities, ensuring terms are accurate and aligned with organizational objectives.
• Oversee contracts throughout their full lifecycle, from intake and drafting through execution, renewal, and closeout.
• Evaluate contractual language to identify commercial and compliance concerns, then recommend practical options to reduce risk.
• Partner with teams across legal, procurement, operations, sales, and leadership to resolve contract issues and move agreements forward efficiently.
• Maintain organized contract files and ensure documentation is properly entered and updated within contract management tools.
• Draft and process amendments, change orders, and other revisions needed to support evolving business requirements.
• Provide internal guidance on contract obligations, key terms, and approval requirements to help stakeholders make informed decisions.
• Assist in addressing contract-related conflicts or performance concerns by supporting issue review and resolution efforts.• At least 8 years of experience in contract administration or closely related commercial contracting work.
• Bachelor’s degree required; a law degree is not necessary for this position.
• Demonstrated success reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts in a business environment.
• Background supporting organizations in energy, oil and gas, engineering, manufacturing, industrial, or similar sectors is strongly preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple functions.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage documentation with a high level of accuracy.
• Proven ability to prioritize competing deadlines and handle multiple assignments in a fast-paced setting.
• Familiarity with master service agreements, confidentiality agreements, vendor contracts, service agreements, and procurement-related contracting is preferred.