Contracts Administrator

Tallgrass Integrated Logistics Solutions (ILS) is seeking a Contracts Analyst to support a multi-billion-dollar industrial project consisting of multiple contracts, several of which are in excess of $1 billion.  This Analyst will report to and support the Senior Contracts Manager and the Project Director for the overall project to negotiate, execute, and manage general and specialty service contracts, along with supportive contract documentation throughout the contract lifecycle. This includes, but is not limited to, Statements of Work (SOW), Change Orders, Terms and Conditions (T&Cs), and Purchase Orders/ Work Directives related to these contracts. Additionally, this role involves handling similar material and/or service contracts and related supportive contract documentation on behalf of Tallgrass This role requires meticulous attention to detail, a strong understanding of contract law and construction processes, and excellent analytical and communication skills to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and support project timelines and budgets.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Contract Documentation & Administration:
  • Draft, review, and edit contractual agreements, terms, and conditions, including master service agreements, work orders, change orders, and non-disclosure agreements.
  • Prepare and administer routine written correspondence, negotiation memoranda, and contract documentation.
  • Track compliance with contract terms for all relevant parties, maintaining logs, sending reports if necessary, and engaging the necessary stakeholder to obtain deliverables or work products per the contract terms.
  • File and manage all contractual documentation, including deliverables, change orders, invoices, purchase orders, and work directives.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant direct work experience may be considered as a substitute for a degree.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• 3+ years of experience in contract administration or a related role, preferably supporting large-scale capital projects in construction, engineering, or infrastructure. 
• A minimum of at least one (1) year managing contract negotiation via redlines with the supplier in coordination with a legal team.