***Contracts Manager | Pasadena, TX-77505***

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the full contract lifecycle, from drafting and negotiation through execution and administration. This role partners closely with legal, finance, operations, and commercial teams to ensure contractual compliance, mitigate risk, and support business objectives. The ideal candidate is a strong negotiator with excellent communication skills and experience managing commercial agreements in an industrial or engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, executing, and maintaining commercial agreements.
• Review customer contracts and coordinate revisions with internal stakeholders and legal teams.
• Interpret contract terms and communicate commercial requirements to cross-functional teams.
• Identify contractual risks and support the development of risk mitigation strategies.
• Assist with commercial negotiations, pricing discussions, and contract amendments.
• Ensure contracts comply with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate contract records, templates, renewals, and related documentation.
• Support customer and internal teams by resolving contract-related questions and issues.
• Coordinate insurance and compliance requirements as needed.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members when appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Legal Studies, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in contract management and commercial negotiations.
• Experience within industrial, engineering, manufacturing, energy, petrochemical, or related industries is preferred.
• Strong understanding of commercial contracts, contract administration, and legal terminology.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while working independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

The individual may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Pay

Determining compensation for this role depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, and other business and organizational needs. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan.