PAY IS $19-20/hr

FULLY ON SITE IN Dallas TX. 75254

Contract Administrator Job Description

Job Summary

The Contract Administrator is responsible for managing and overseeing contracts between the organization and its clients, vendors, or partners. This role ensures that contracts are properly drafted, reviewed, negotiated, and executed in compliance with legal standards and company policies, while minimizing risk and maximizing value.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Preparation & Review
  • Draft, review, and revise contracts, agreements, and amendments
  • Ensure contract terms are clear, accurate, and legally compliant
  • Identify and mitigate contractual risks
• Contract Management
  • Maintain and organize contract records and databases
  • Track key contract dates (renewals, expirations, milestones)
  • Monitor compliance with contract terms and conditions
• Negotiation Support
  • Assist in negotiating terms with clients, vendors, and stakeholders
  • Collaborate with legal, procurement, and business teams
• Compliance & Risk Management
  • Ensure contracts meet regulatory and company standards
  • Flag any potential legal or financial risks
  • Support audits and documentation reviews
• Communication & Coordination
  • Act as a liaison between internal departments and external parties
  • Provide guidance on contract-related matters
  • Support dispute resolution and issue escalation

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, law, finance, or related field
• Proven experience in contract administration or similar role
• Strong understanding of contract law and legal terminology
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders
• Proficiency with contract management systems and Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification such as Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) or similar
• Experience in a specific industry (e.g., construction, IT, healthcare)
• Familiarity with procurement processes and vendor management systems

Key Competencies

• Analytical thinking
• Negotiation skills
• Risk assessment
• Time management
• Problem-solving
• Confidentiality and integrity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.