Contracts Administrator (Construction) ATX

LHH US; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical benefits

401(k)

PTO & holidays

Career growth

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Contracts Administrator in Austin, Texas to manage customer contracts across North America and collaborate with Sales, Finance, Operations, Legal, and Leadership. The role involves interpreting terms, ensuring compliance, coordinating approvals, and guiding the full contract lifecycle from review to closeout.

This contract-to-hire position offers a hybrid schedule with four days in the office and one day remote, plus competitive benefits and growth

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in contract administration, construction contracts, procurement, legal operations, compliance, government contracting, or a related field.
• Ability to review and interpret contract language and identify key business and legal provisions.
• Experience supporting contract negotiations, approvals, and administration processes.
• Knowledge of indemnification, insurance requirements, warranties, payment terms, limitations of liability, and subcontractor flow-down provisions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Review customer contracts and identify key commercial, operational, insurance, and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate internal contract review and approval processes.
• Manage contracts throughout the lifecycle, including execution, amendments, renewals, compliance tracking, and closeout.
• Evaluate contractual obligations and identify potential risks and business considerations.
• Serve as a resource for internal teams on contract administration matters.
• Support project bonding, certificates of insurance, claims administration, business licensing, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Maintain contract records, tracking systems, renewal schedules, and compliance documentation.
• Partner with Sales, Finance, Operations, Proposal, and Legal teams to ensure contractual requirements are met.
• Assist with process improvements designed to reduce risk and increase operational efficiency.

Skills

Contract administration

Construction contracts

Negotiations

Compliance

Documentation management

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business, Construction Management, Legal Studies)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Document management systems

Job description

Job Description

Contracts Administrator (Construction)

Austin, TX (Hybrid)

Contract-to-Hire | Flexible Hours | 4 Days In Office, 1 Day Remote

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing industry leader to identify a Contracts Administrator in Austin, Texas. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys working cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, Operations, Legal, and Executive Leadership to manage commercial contracts and support business growth.

This position reports directly to senior leadership and plays a key role in reviewing, administering, and tracking customer contracts across North America. The ideal candidate will have experience interpreting contract terms, managing compliance requirements, coordinating approvals, and supporting the full contract lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Review customer contracts and identify key commercial, operational, insurance, and compliance requirements
• Coordinate internal contract review and approval processes
• Manage contracts throughout the entire lifecycle, including execution, amendments, renewals, compliance tracking, and closeout
• Evaluate contractual obligations and identify potential risks and business considerations
• Serve as a resource for internal teams on contract administration matters
• Support project bonding, certificates of insurance, claims administration, business licensing, and regulatory compliance activities
• Maintain contract records, tracking systems, renewal schedules, and compliance documentation
• Partner with Sales, Finance, Operations, Proposal, and Legal teams to ensure contractual requirements are met
• Assist with process improvements designed to reduce risk and increase operational efficiency

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in contract administration, construction contracts, procurement, legal operations, compliance, government contracting, or a related field
• Ability to review and interpret contract language and identify key business and legal provisions
• Experience supporting contract negotiations, approvals, and administration processes
• Knowledge of contractual risk areas including indemnification, insurance requirements, warranties, payment terms, limitations of liability, and subcontractor flow-down provisions
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, Legal Studies, or related field preferred

Preferred Experience

• Commercial construction industry experience
• Contract lifecycle management
• Bonding and insurance administration
• Regulatory compliance and reporting
• Working with cross-functional business teams

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term potential
• Hybrid work schedule
• Flexible hours
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture
• Professional growth opportunities

LHH Recruitment Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

Pay Details: $36.05 to $43.26 per hour