Strategic Contract Analyst & Risk Architect

Turner & Townsend; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Contract Analyst / Contract Reviewer to bridge legal strategy and operational execution in the Global Risk Management team. You will influence negotiations, guide contract language, and help ensure profitable, compliant projects.

This hybrid role in Houston focuses on strategic deals, risk mitigation, and lifecycle governance across professional services and construction contracts.

Qualifications

• Experience reviewing, drafting, negotiating or administering professional services or similar contracts.
• Ability to assess commercial impact of clauses and propose solutions.
• Familiarity with redlining, clause drafting and governing law.

Responsibilities

• Strategic deal analysis: review and negotiate key terms for client and supplier contracts.
• Commercial risk mitigation: identify liabilities early and propose modifications.
• Lifecycle management: manage contract lifecycle from drafting to execution and compliance.
• Cross-functional partnership: liaison between legal, risk, and project leads.
• Process architecture: help refine contract management systems and policies.

Skills

Transaction expertise

Analyst mindset

Legal mechanics

Technical savvy

Influence & communication

Education

B.S. degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Contract Analyst / Contract Reviewer to bridge legal strategy and operational execution in the Global Risk Management team. You will influence negotiations, guide contract language, and help ensure profitable, compliant projects.

This hybrid role in Houston focuses on strategic deals, risk mitigation, and lifecycle governance across professional services and construction contracts.