Contract Analyst

Contracts AdministratorCome join us at SLB New Energy & Industrial and be part of a global company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.SLB New Energy & Industrial (NEI) is a division of SLB; our portfolio includes ventures in carbon capture and sequestration, geothermal power, energy storage, sustainable battery-grade lithium, hydrogen and Data center infrastructure solutions.Our Data Center infrastructure solutions business provides innovative and cost-effective solutions that enable building faster, smarter and more resilient data centers. Our modular infrastructure solutions scale AI and cloud computing capacity while minimizing capital risk and deployment delays. From design and supply chain to commissioning and operations, by standardizing components and relocating labor to controlled offsite environments, we help reduce costs, improve lead times, and lower construction risk while ensuring quality and global repeatability.SLB is seeking a motivated Contracts Administrator to support our Data Center infrastructure solutions business.We have multiple openings at multiple levels of experience. If you want to join a dynamic team within an exciting growing industry, please apply.This position requires presence in the construction sites; candidates are to be open to domestic relocation based on project schedules & locations. Qualified candidates anywhere in the US will be considered. Relocation assistance is available to Shreveport and or construction sites as required.Job SummaryResponsible for providing contract administration support across multiple projects, covering both client prime contracts and subcontracts throughout the project lifecycle. The role supports project teams in managing contractual obligations, notices, changes, claims, payments, records, and close-out activities, while helping preserve the company's contractual rights and commercial position. The Senior Contracts Administrator also assists the Business Line Corporate Contracts Manager with contract governance, procedure updates, templates, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives to promote consistent practices across the business line.Roles and Responsibilities:Review and summarize key client contract and subcontract provisions for project teams, including obligations, notice periods, change procedures, payment requirements, and close-out conditions.Prepare, coordinate, and maintain contractual correspondence, notices, responses, instructions, and supporting documentation.Maintain accurate contract registers for correspondence, changes, claims, milestones, deliverables, approvals, payments, and commercial matters.Administer client and subcontract change processes, including change requests, variation evaluations, change orders, extensions of time, impact documentation, and commercial claims.Coordinate with project controls, construction, engineering, procurement, supply chain, finance, and legal teams to validate information supporting contractual submissions and decisions.Administer Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), lump sum, and cost-reimbursable subcontracts throughout the project lifecycle, including management of reimbursable and non-reimbursable costs, allowances, contingencies, provisional sums, shared savings, and fee adjustments. Monitor subcontract performance and identify potential changes to scope, schedule, or commercial terms, coordinating the development, negotiation, and execution of change orders and amendments. Proactively identify cost-saving opportunities, commercial recovery opportunities, and other measures to optimize project outcomes while maintaining compliance with contractual requirements.Review of subcontractors' payment applications, ensuring required backup documentation, lien waivers, and contractual compliance.Support negotiation and resolution of contractual and commercial matters under the direction of the Contract Manager responsible.Assist with contract close-out, including final accounts, releases, claims status, outstanding deliverables, warranties, and records turnover.Create and maintain all contracts and subcontracts log, ensure that all the information and documentation is documented in the SLB database system.Assist the Corporate Contracts Manager with updating contract administration procedures, work instructions, templates, checklists, registers, and guidance documents as required.Maintain shared contract resources and promote the use of approved templates, current procedures, and standardized recordsQualifications And Experience:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Law, or Business Administration5–10 years of experience in subcontract administration or commercial coordination for large-scale construction or industrial projectsExperience in the formation and administration of prime contracts and subcontracts under industry-standard forms such as AIA, Consensus Docs, or bespoke data-center client amendments.Experience supporting subcontract administration on GMP or cost-reimbursable projects with multiple work packages.Experience contributing to the development, implementation, or continuous improvement of contract administration processes, procedures, training materials, and governance tools.Familiarity with hyperscale data-center or mission-critical project environments preferred.Solid understanding of contractual terms, change management, and commercial administrationStrong documentation and communication skills with attention to accuracy and traceabilityPreferred:Certification or training in Contract Administration or Commercial ManagementExperience with subcontract management modules in ERP or project control systemsWork Environment and Physical Demands:Traveling time 50% or as necessaryDaily coordination with construction teams and subcontractor representatives.Frequent participation in site meetings to review progress, variations, and contractual issuesInvolves regular documentation handling and reporting within the site office.