Contract Administrator

HDR, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Houston is seeking a Contract Administrator to support the Architecture Studio. You will organize, process, and follow up on Construction Administration tasks via Newforma, track RFIs and Submittals, and ensure timely correspondence to contractors and owners.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of contract-related experience, with local candidates preferred. Excellent writing and strong organization are essential.

Qualifications

• 3 years of contract-related experience required; advanced degree or certification may substitute for years of experience
• Bachelor's degree required; local candidates preferred

Responsibilities

• Work with multiple Project Architects to organize, process, and follow up on Construction Administration tasks via Newforma
• Help track Construction Administration processes, subconsultant RFI and Submittal responses, and help administer timely return of all correspondence to the Contractor/Owner
• Apply company quality assurance guidelines and procedures for project document management
• Work with multiple Architecture Project Manager and project teams as needed
• Create and maintain paper and electronic files
• Assist with and help coordinate meetings and presentations
• Exhibit professionalism with clients
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

Excellent writing

People skills

Math skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Newforma

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Contract Administrator in our Architecture Studio, we'll count on you to:
Work with multiple Project Architects to organize, process, and follow up on Construction Administration tasks via Newforma
Help track Construction Administration processes, subconsultant RFI and Submittal responses, and help administer timely return of all correspondence to the Contractor/Owner
Apply company quality assurance guidelines and procedures for project document management
Work with multiple Architecture Project Manager and project teams as needed
Create and maintain paper and electronic files
Assist with and help coordinate meetings and presentations
Exhibit professionalism with clients
Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree
Experience working in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction industry
Local candidates preferred

• Ability to interpret construction schedules

Required Qualifications

• 3 years contract related experience; advanced degree or contract certification program may substitute for years of experience
• Professional, self-motivated, well-organized and detail-oriented with the flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines, with minimal management oversight
• Excellent writing and people skills
• Strong math and organizational skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Houston

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Oct 22, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.