We have an Oil & Energy client seeking to hire a Contracts Specialist to join their team based in Downtown Houston, TX.

• Industry: Oil & Gas / Energy / Industrial Operations
• Work location: Houston, TX
• Workplace: 100% in-office (No hybrid or remote schedule available)
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday
• Work type: 12-month contract with possibility for extension or direct hire for the right candidate

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle, including planning, negotiation, execution, and post-award administration.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements such as EPC, MSA, and PSA contracts.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies while ensuring contract compliance.
• Collaborate with legal, project management, finance, and operations teams to support contract execution.
• Ensure alignment with procurement principles, risk management best practices, and corporate policies.
• Support dispute resolution, contract amendments, and performance evaluations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of contract management experience, preferably in the energy sector (Owner’s Side).
• Proven experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of contract law, procurement principles, and risk mitigation.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• NCMA or supply chain certifications (CPSM, CCCM, CPCM, CSCP, MCIPS) preferred

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to contribute to a high-impact contracts team in the energy sector!