Contracts Administrator — Hybrid, Major Projects

Standard Lithium; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Lithium is seeking a Contracts Administrator to support planning and execution of contracting activities for capital projects and operations, including partnering with major contractors on the SWA project. The role sits in a hybrid Houston office with potential travel to work sites and requires strong governance, integrity and cost management across the contracting lifecycle.

Responsibilities include developing contract strategies, administering tendering, managing agreements and

Qualifications

• Certification in supply chain management, contracting, procurement, business management administration or economics; or relevant education.
• 5–8 years in a heavy industrial sector, major EPCC/EPCM projects or large industrial plant setting.
• Knowledge of interactions with engineering disciplines and respective fields of work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Contract Formation and Administration is required.
• Proficiency in planning and control of work in a multi-project, deadline driven environment.
• Proficiency in Contract Administration and document management software.
• An understanding of applicable regulatory requirements in international markets.
• Basic knowledge of standard engineering methods, technologies and computerized design techniques.
• Must be comfortable in complex, matrix-style environments across multiple teams and work sites.
• Working knowledge of general terms and conditions of major contracts (projects and operations).

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the planning and management of project and operational contracting strategies with stakeholders.
• Contribute to engagement sessions with stakeholders to monitor contracting requirements and market changes.
• Administer contracting policies and participate in risk assessments to ensure compliance and governance.
• Improve contracting systems, procedures and processes to enhance value creation.
• Interface with Procurement/Supply Chain to assess contractor performance.
• Administer the contract tendering process and prepare contracting plans and evaluation reports.
• Finalize agreements and variation documents, verify invoices and manage guarantees.
• Support management of contractor performance and resolve disputes.
• Develop reports/dashboards to track procurement status and risks.
• Ensure compliance with LOA, policies and regulations across the organization.
• Provide general administrative support to procurement and supply chain teams.
• Communicate effectively with the Standard Lithium team and project stakeholders.
• Perform additional SWA project tasks as required.

Skills

Contract formation & administration

English communication

Planning & multi-project control

Contract management software

Matrix organization experience

Education

Supply chain/contracting certification or related education

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

Standard Lithium is seeking a Contracts Administrator to support planning and execution of contracting activities for capital projects and operations, including partnering with major contractors on the SWA project. The role sits in a hybrid Houston office with potential travel to work sites and requires strong governance, integrity and cost management across the contracting lifecycle.

Responsibilities include developing contract strategies, administering tendering, managing agreements and