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 Kinder Morgan, Danos, and Fracht. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field required
EXPERIENCE
- Five years of experience in contracting and supply chain; for internal employees four years of experience in contracting and supply chain
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- CCMA - Certified Contract Management Associate (NCMA)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Possess ability to work with complex legal documents.
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally to engage clinical and non-clinical staff, vendors, and distributors.
- Ability to manage large volumes of contracts in different stages of completion.
- Ability to conduct due diligence of contract details before recommendation to sign, such as assessment of clinical needs, financial impact, and terms and conditions.
- Ability to perform in a self-directed, fast-paced environment with changing deadlines and priorities.
- Ability to initiate and facilitate problem-solving processes when issue or concerns are identified.
- Knowledge of medical/surgical supplies and equipment is desirable. Demonstrated competency in Microsoft Office products.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Responds to all communications from internal/external customers within defined service level agreement.
- Meets with assigned departments at least quarterly.
- Partners with key stakeholders, such as internal Supply Chain Management (SCM), end-user partners and external Vendor Partners, to complete product and service implementations, conversions, or changes.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Leads in request for proposal (RFP) processes and obtains informal bids/quotes. Manages bid process through contract award and implementation of products and services, including the set-up of supplies in the materials system and with distributor.
- Coordinates frequent meetings as appropriate with distributors, vendors and service providers for synchronization of contracted price, specifications, terms and conditions.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Responsible for audits of contract performance across all areas of assigned categories to ensure that the Health System is maximizing and obtaining earned contract value.
- Performs maintenance/distribution of contract modifications including terms and/or pricing with appropriate stakeholders.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Evaluates and prioritizes existing contracts for opportunities to improve contract benefits and/or reduce costs based on annual work plan savings in assigned discipline. Works closely with key stakeholders to determine most advantageous participation.
- Research and analyze GPO contracts and market information to identify the most cost-efficient contract opportunities.
- Ensures contract compliance with terms and conditions to achieve cost savings. Prepare financial analysis necessary to arrive at financial impact and report findings on as requested, required or appropriate.
- Negotiate contract pricing, terms and conditions and monitors price compliance throughout the lifecycle of the contract. Addresses contract price conflicts in conjunction with internal SCM functional teams as appropriate.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Review current and existing contracts to identify additional value add for Houston Methodist.
- Identify areas of contract opportunity to increase contract penetration and reduce costs. Assumes responsibility for own professional development. Completes the My Development Plan (MDP).
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
-
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: No
- Business professional: Yes
- Other (department approved): No
- Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call* No
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes
ON-CALL*
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field required
EXPERIENCE
- Five years of experience in contracting and supply chain; for internal employees four years of experience in contracting and supply chain
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. The health system consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the Texas Medical Center, seven community hospitals and one long-term acute care hospital throughout the Greater Houston metropolitan area. Houston Methodist also includes a research institute; a comprehensive residency program; international patient services; freestanding comprehensive care clinics, emergency care and imaging centers; and outpatient facilities. Come lead with us!
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field required
EXPERIENCE
- Five years of experience in contracting and supply chain; for internal employees four years of experience in contracting and supply chain
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- CCMA - Certified Contract Management Associate (NCMA)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Possess ability to work with complex legal documents.
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally to engage clinical and non-clinical staff, vendors, and distributors.
- Ability to manage large volumes of contracts in different stages of completion.
- Ability to conduct due diligence of contract details before recommendation to sign, such as assessment of clinical needs, financial impact, and terms and conditions.
- Ability to perform in a self-directed, fast-paced environment with changing deadlines and priorities.
- Ability to initiate and facilitate problem-solving processes when issue or concerns are identified.
- Knowledge of medical/surgical supplies and equipment is desirable. Demonstrated competency in Microsoft Office products.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Responds to all communications from internal/external customers within defined service level agreement.
- Meets with assigned departments at least quarterly.
- Partners with key stakeholders, such as internal Supply Chain Management (SCM), end-user partners and external Vendor Partners, to complete product and service implementations, conversions, or changes.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Leads in request for proposal (RFP) processes and obtains informal bids/quotes. Manages bid process through contract award and implementation of products and services, including the set-up of supplies in the materials system and with distributor.
- Coordinates frequent meetings as appropriate with distributors, vendors and service providers for synchronization of contracted price, specifications, terms and conditions.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Responsible for audits of contract performance across all areas of assigned categories to ensure that the Health System is maximizing and obtaining earned contract value.
- Performs maintenance/distribution of contract modifications including terms and/or pricing with appropriate stakeholders.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Evaluates and prioritizes existing contracts for opportunities to improve contract benefits and/or reduce costs based on annual work plan savings in assigned discipline. Works closely with key stakeholders to determine most advantageous participation.
- Research and analyze GPO contracts and market information to identify the most cost-efficient contract opportunities.
- Ensures contract compliance with terms and conditions to achieve cost savings. Prepare financial analysis necessary to arrive at financial impact and report findings on as requested, required or appropriate.
- Negotiate contract pricing, terms and conditions and monitors price compliance throughout the lifecycle of the contract. Addresses contract price conflicts in conjunction with internal SCM functional teams as appropriate.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Review current and existing contracts to identify additional value add for Houston Methodist.
- Identify areas of contract opportunity to increase contract penetration and reduce costs. Assumes responsibility for own professional development. Completes the My Development Plan (MDP).
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
-
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: No
- Business professional: Yes
- Other (department approved): No
- Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call* No
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes
ON-CALL*
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field required
EXPERIENCE
- Five years of experience in contracting and supply chain; for internal employees four years of experience in contracting and supply chain
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. The health system consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the Texas Medical Center, seven community hospitals and one long-term acute care hospital throughout the Greater Houston metropolitan area. Houston Methodist also includes a research institute; a comprehensive residency program; international patient services; freestanding comprehensive care clinics, emergency care and imaging centers; and outpatient facilities. Come lead with us!
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
Contract Administrator Jobs in Houston: Frequently Asked Questions
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 Kinder Morgan, Danos, and Fracht, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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 50% of contract administrator openings tied to Houston are remote or hybrid as of August 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.
Which industries hire the most contract administrators in Houston?
Most contract administrator openings in Houston sit in Healthcare & Medical Services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Houston's concentration of upstream and midstream energy companies, large-scale infrastructure and industrial construction, and the Texas Medical Center's sprawling vendor network makes it one of the highest-demand markets for contract administration talent in the country.
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