Contract Administrator

Hiring: Senior Contract Administrator

Location: Tampa, FL 33607 | ONSITE JOB

Duration: 6 Months | Possible for Extension

Pay Rate: $45–$50/hr on W2

Work Arrangement: Onsite, based on client requirements

We are seeking an experienced Senior Contract Administrator (Contract Administrator III) for one of our direct clients. This role will support contracts related to electric and natural gas infrastructure, construction, engineering, IT, software solutions, and professional services.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in contract development, negotiation, procurement, RFx sourcing, bid evaluation, and commercial contract management, with the ability to manage multiple contracts independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead bid evaluation activities by coordinating commercial and technical evaluations, preparing award recommendations, finalizing agreements, and coordinating contract execution.
• Develop, review, negotiate, and administer contracts from sourcing initiation through award, execution, performance management, and closeout.
• Negotiate change orders and support the resolution of contractor claims, commercial disputes, and contractual issues.
• Review invoices for compliance with contractual terms and monitor contractor compliance with applicable lien laws.
• Prepare contract closeout documentation and ensure proper completion of contractual obligations.
• Coordinate with Legal, Enterprise Security, Risk Management, project teams, and other internal stakeholders.
• Conduct due diligence on prospective contractors to assess their technical capabilities and commercial qualifications.
• Support procurement activities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances.
• Manage multiple contracts while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in contract administration, contract management, construction, project engineering, information technology, or project management.
• Hands-on experience developing, drafting, negotiating, and administering contracts through execution.
• Experience leading RFx sourcing events , including RFPs, RFQs, bid evaluations, and award recommendations.
• Knowledge of contract law, procurement practices, commercial negotiations, and contract compliance.
• Experience managing change orders, claims, disputes, invoice reviews, and contract closeout.
• Understanding of contract delivery methods, including Design-Build, EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), engineering services, and construction contracts.
• Familiarity with contract types such as lump sum, unit price, cost-plus fixed fee, and cost-plus incentive fee.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in the electric utility, natural gas, energy, construction, or infrastructure industry.
• Working knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems.
• Familiarity with contract lifecycle management software and electronic signature tools.
• Experience with consulting services, software agreements, SaaS contracts, NDAs, licensing agreements, architect/engineering services, construction services, and engineered equipment purchases.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for a detail-oriented contract professional who can independently manage complex commercial agreements, lead sourcing and bid evaluation activities, negotiate contractual terms, and coordinate effectively with procurement, legal, engineering, and project teams.

Interested candidates: Please apply with your updated resume highlighting your contract development, negotiation, RFx sourcing, and contract administration experience.