Contract Specialist

Westinghouse Electric Company; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health and Income Protec

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacations for Qualifying Position

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a contracts professional to review and administer a broad range of supply chain and procurement contracts, including service agreements, licenses, and equipment rentals. Based in Houston, you will collaborate with Legal and Insurance to negotiate terms and ensure compliance through approvals and audits.

You will manage complex contract files, respond to requests promptly, and support acquisition/divestiture activities while mentoring teammates on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive experience in contract management and/or administration.
• Experience with Industrial and Services Contracts.

Responsibilities

• Apply broad and in-depth knowledge of contract management and procurement to support complex projects.
• Resolve advanced contractual and operational issues using wide-ranging technical expertise.
• Lead research into external innovations and industry best practices, identifying opportunities to improve internal systems and services.
• Be the project or technical lead on medium to large-scale projects, coordinating efforts across departments and external team members.
• Mentor team members on technical skills, contract procedures, and compliance standards to build internal capability.

Skills

Contract management

Procurement

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

Review and administer many supply chain and procurement contracts, including service agreements, consulting contracts, software licenses, and equipment rentals. Collaborate with Legal and Insurance teams to negotiate vendor terms, manage language changes, and ensure compliance with internal approval processes. Experienced in analyzing complex contract terms such as warranty, indemnity, liability, and insurance. Support corporate and plant partners from contract initiation through completion, responding to requests promptly. Manage contract files and databases, draft amendments, track deadlines, ensure compliance, and prepare documentation for audits. Participate in acquisition and divestiture activities and oversee Statements of Work and contracts tied to IST and Administrative Services. This position is based in Houston, TX and you will report to the Sr. Director of Contracts and Supplier Diversity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply broad and in-depth knowledge of contract management and procurement to support complex projects.
• Resolve advanced contractual and operational issues using wide-ranging technical expertise.
• Operate at a high level across several areas, serving as an advanced contributor.
• Make informed decisions on complex and often ambiguous matters related to contract execution, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Recommend improvements to contract processes to enhance efficiency and reduce exposure.
• Lead research into external innovations and industry best practices, identifying opportunities to improve internal systems and services.
• Manage and contribute to complex projects, determining appropriate methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria.
• Define procedures for new assignments and ensure understanding of organizational goals and compliance standards.
• Be the project or technical lead on medium to large-scale projects, coordinating efforts across departments and external team members.
• Mentor team members on technical skills, contract procedures, and compliance standards to build internal capability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent required. Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in contract management and/or administration, or equivalent education.
• Previous knowledge of multiple supply chain/procurement contracts required.
• Experience with Industrial and Services Contracts

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $50.00/hour to $55.00/hour.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities