Contract Analyst / Contract Reviewer

Turner & Townsend • Houston, TX

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Contract Analyst / Contract Reviewer for its Global Risk Management team. The role supports the operational business in establishing contracts with clients and suppliers, advising on associated risks to help mitigate future litigation. It is a strategic position focused on the mechanics of consultancy contracts and the allocation of risk in professional services engagements and construction transactions, with the goal of influencing project profitability and risk mitigation.

The successful candidate will review, draft, redline, and negotiate commercial contract terms; translate legal obligations into operational guidance; identify and address potential liabilities; and oversee contract integrity from initial drafting through execution and compliance monitoring. The role partners with legal, insurance brokers, and project leads to resolve contractual issues and helps develop contract management systems and internal policies. It is based in the Houston office with a hybrid presence of two to three days per week. On-site requirements may change based on client needs.

Requirements

• B.S. degree.
• At least 2 years of experience in paralegal, contract analyst, contract specialist, or commercial risk roles; the posting specifies a preferred range of 2–5 years.
• Experience reviewing, drafting, negotiating, or administering professional services agreements, consultancy appointments, master service agreements, work orders, or similar commercial contracts.
• Demonstrated experience managing the full lifecycle of complex commercial contracts.
• Experience in contract development, including drafting bespoke contract schedules and clauses and reviewing contract documents prepared by others.
• Ability to analyze the commercial impact of contract clauses and propose solutions that balance risk with project goals.
• Strong understanding of legal mechanics, including redlining, clause drafting, and interpreting governing law.
• Ability to liaise with and coordinate multiple stakeholders and manage high-level stakeholder relationships.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for explaining complex concepts to non-legal colleagues.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the construction, infrastructure, engineering, real estate, or professional services sectors; construction or commercial real estate industry experience is highly preferred.
• Experience with contract management platforms or document automation tools.
• Background as an experienced paralegal, legal assistant, or contract administrator.

Responsibilities

• Review, redline, and negotiate key terms in professional services agreements, master service agreements, work orders, non-disclosure agreements, client-facing consultancy contracts, and supply contracts.
• Translate complex legal obligations into clear operational guidance for project teams.
• Identify potential liabilities early, assess commercial risks, recommend contract modifications, and help protect the firm’s financial interests.
• Manage contract lifecycle integrity, from initial drafting and review through execution and compliance monitoring.
• Ensure parties understand their obligations and contract documents align with corporate risk standards.
• Act as a primary liaison among legal, insurance brokers, and project leads to resolve contractual roadblocks and maintain compliance.
• Help build and refine contract management systems and internal policies.
• Support contract development, including drafting bespoke schedules and clauses and reviewing documents prepared by others.
• Coordinate multiple stakeholders to develop robust contract documents.

Benefits

• Flexible working environment that supports work-life balance.
• Career growth opportunities in commercial management, project risk oversight, or senior-level contract operations.
• In-house corporate environment described as valuing efficiency over excessive hours.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level