Contract Administrator Jobs in Houston, TX
Contract Administrator jobs in Houston are in consistent demand across the energy, construction, and engineering sectors, with openings concentrated in the Energy Corridor, Downtown, and Greenway Plaza. Employers hiring right now include Texas Southern University, HDR, and WSP. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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POSITION SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITES:
The Senior Manager, Commercial Contract Administrator supports the Marketing organization by managing the full lifecycle of commercial agreements tied to natural gas, crude oil, NGLs, gathering, processing, transportation, storage, and related services. The role is focused on contract assignments for new asset integrations, renewals and terminations, commercial-term review, and contract-management projects. This position partners closely with Marketing, Legal, Accounting, Operations, Midstream, and other internal teams to promote business continuity, accurate records, and timely execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate contract assignments, consents, amendments, and counterparty communications for acquisitions, divestitures, and other asset integrations.
- Maintain a complete inventory of commercial agreements, including ownership, status, effective dates, expiration dates, renewal provisions, and notice requirements.
- Manage contract renewals, extensions, terminations, and related notice processes to ensure deadlines and business decisions are addressed on time.
- Review and summarize key commercial terms, including pricing, fees, volume commitments, term, termination rights, notice requirements, and other material obligations.
- Work with Marketing and Legal to identify assignment requirements, contractual risks, missing documentation, and terms that may require clarification or renegotiation.
- Support due diligence and Day 1 readiness by organizing contracts, tracking open items, establishing counterparty contacts, and coordinating execution activities.
- Ensure executed agreements, amendments, notices, and supporting documents are accurately filed and reflected in contract-management systems and trackers.
- Prepare contract summaries, status reports, obligation calendars, and management updates for internal stakeholders.
- Lead or support internal contract-management projects, including template development, process standardization, data cleanup, system enhancements, and audit support.
- Coordinate with Accounting and commercial teams when contract terms affect invoicing, settlements, accruals, revenue reporting, or other recurring processes.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Legal Studies, Energy Commerce, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Experience in contract administration, commercial operations, energy marketing, legal operations, land, accounting, or a related function preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple agreements, deadlines, counterparties, and workstreams simultaneously.
- Ability to read contracts, identify key commercial terms, summarize obligations, and escalate issues clearly.
- High attention to detail, sound judgment, and consistent follow-through.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively across functional teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and contract/document management tools; oil and gas or energy industry experience is preferred.
Core Competencies:
Contract lifecycle management | Commercial analysis | Asset integration support | Cross-functional coordination | Document control | Process improvement | Risk awareness | Deadline management
Office Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Prolonged periods working at a desk in front of a computer.
Additional Requirements:
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.
POSITION SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITES:
The Senior Manager, Commercial Contract Administrator supports the Marketing organization by managing the full lifecycle of commercial agreements tied to natural gas, crude oil, NGLs, gathering, processing, transportation, storage, and related services. The role is focused on contract assignments for new asset integrations, renewals and terminations, commercial-term review, and contract-management projects. This position partners closely with Marketing, Legal, Accounting, Operations, Midstream, and other internal teams to promote business continuity, accurate records, and timely execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate contract assignments, consents, amendments, and counterparty communications for acquisitions, divestitures, and other asset integrations.
- Maintain a complete inventory of commercial agreements, including ownership, status, effective dates, expiration dates, renewal provisions, and notice requirements.
- Manage contract renewals, extensions, terminations, and related notice processes to ensure deadlines and business decisions are addressed on time.
- Review and summarize key commercial terms, including pricing, fees, volume commitments, term, termination rights, notice requirements, and other material obligations.
- Work with Marketing and Legal to identify assignment requirements, contractual risks, missing documentation, and terms that may require clarification or renegotiation.
- Support due diligence and Day 1 readiness by organizing contracts, tracking open items, establishing counterparty contacts, and coordinating execution activities.
- Ensure executed agreements, amendments, notices, and supporting documents are accurately filed and reflected in contract-management systems and trackers.
- Prepare contract summaries, status reports, obligation calendars, and management updates for internal stakeholders.
- Lead or support internal contract-management projects, including template development, process standardization, data cleanup, system enhancements, and audit support.
- Coordinate with Accounting and commercial teams when contract terms affect invoicing, settlements, accruals, revenue reporting, or other recurring processes.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Legal Studies, Energy Commerce, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Experience in contract administration, commercial operations, energy marketing, legal operations, land, accounting, or a related function preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple agreements, deadlines, counterparties, and workstreams simultaneously.
- Ability to read contracts, identify key commercial terms, summarize obligations, and escalate issues clearly.
- High attention to detail, sound judgment, and consistent follow-through.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively across functional teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and contract/document management tools; oil and gas or energy industry experience is preferred.
Core Competencies:
Contract lifecycle management | Commercial analysis | Asset integration support | Cross-functional coordination | Document control | Process improvement | Risk awareness | Deadline management
Office Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Prolonged periods working at a desk in front of a computer.
Additional Requirements:
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.
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How do I get a contract administrator job in Houston?
The strongest path into Houston's contract administrator market runs through the energy and construction sectors, where EPC firms, oil and gas operators, and engineering consultancies along the Energy Corridor and in the Westchase district hire most actively. Candidates with experience in contract lifecycle management, procurement, or subcontract administration stand out. Familiarity with NEC, FIDIC, or oilfield services contracts gives applicants a clear edge over generalists in this market.
Which companies hire contract administrators in Houston?
Companies currently hiring contract administrators in Houston include Texas Southern University, HDR, and WSP, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Houston's hiring base skews heavily toward large energy operators, EPC contractors, and downstream petrochemical firms, alongside healthcare systems and government agencies that maintain substantial procurement and vendor contract functions.
Are there remote contract administrator jobs in Houston?
Yes, though availability depends on the role: contract administrators handling document review, drafting, and compliance analysis can often work remotely, while those embedded with construction or field operations teams are typically on-site. About 100% of contract administrator openings tied to Houston are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. Hybrid arrangements are most common at corporate headquarters roles in Downtown and the Galleria area.
How can I get a contract administrator job in Houston with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Houston is through a contracts coordinator or procurement assistant role at a mid-size EPC firm or Houston-area healthcare system, where volume hiring creates openings for candidates without a full contract administration background. The Port of Houston Authority and large municipal contractors also hire entry-level contract support staff. A paralegal certificate, coursework in procurement, or internship experience with a Houston construction or energy company strengthens an entry-level application considerably.
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