Contracts Administrator

Tallgrass • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Tallgrass Integrated Logistics Solutions (ILS) is seeking a Contracts Analyst to support a multi-billion-dollar industrial project involving multiple contracts, several exceeding $1 billion. Reporting to and supporting the Senior Contracts Manager and Project Director, the role negotiates, executes, and manages general and specialty service contracts and related documentation throughout the contract lifecycle. Documentation includes Statements of Work, Change Orders, Terms and Conditions, and Purchase Orders or Work Directives. The role also handles similar material and/or service contracts and supporting documentation on behalf of Tallgrass. It requires meticulous attention to detail, a strong understanding of contract law and construction processes, and excellent analytical and communication skills to support compliance, risk mitigation, project timelines, and budgets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; at least five years of relevant direct work experience may substitute for a degree.
• At least 3 years of experience in contract administration or a related role.
• At least 1 year managing contract negotiations via redlines with suppliers in coordination with a legal team.
• Meticulous attention to detail, a strong understanding of contract law and construction processes, and excellent analytical and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting large-scale capital projects in construction, engineering, or infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and edit contractual agreements, terms, and conditions, including master service agreements, work orders, change orders, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Prepare and administer routine written correspondence, negotiation memoranda, and contract documentation.
• Track compliance with contract terms for relevant parties, maintain logs, send reports when necessary, and engage stakeholders to obtain contractually required deliverables or work products.
• File and manage contractual documentation, including deliverables, change orders, invoices, purchase orders, and work directives.
• Negotiate, execute, and manage general and specialty service contracts and supporting documentation throughout the contract lifecycle.

Benefits

• Industry-competitive pay
• Health insurance package options, including Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Infertility coverage
• Parental leave
• 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately and an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
• Wellness programs and mental health resources
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer paid time off, and bereavement paid time off
• Identity theft protection
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company vehicle, if applicable
• Employee discounts on vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
• Networking and employee engagement events
• Personal development opportunities to grow a career based on strengths and interests

What This Job Offers

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