Sempra Energy

Senior Contracts Administrator

Sempra Energy • $100K — $150K *
Houston, TX 77084In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
More than 3 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Law, Finance, or Supply Chain, or equivalent education and experience.
  • 8+ years in contracts administration or management within the energy sector or complex capital construction projects.
  • Preferred experience with dispute resolution, claims management, and contracting.
  • Experience in LNG or high-value construction projects preferred.
  • Knowledge of EPC contracting and contract delivery methods preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Negotiate contract terms and pricing to ensure advantage for the organization.
  • Administer and manage complex contracts and obligations across functions.
  • Train project teams on prime contracts and compliance requirements.
  • Support contract life cycle including change management and close-out processes.
  • Lead meetings to document discussions and create tools for analysis of contractor activities.
  • Draft formal correspondence related to contracts and project inquiries.
  • Liaise with legal and insurance departments to manage project-specific requirements.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Exposure to large-scale capital projects over $1B.
  • Access to the latest contract management tools and processes.
  • Contribute to strategic decision-making on projects.
Full Job Description
Primary Purpose
Responsible for the management and administration of complex contracts for the design, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning for large-scale capital projects (typically >$1B). Provides guidance on contract terms, tracking commercial issues, monitoring contract obligations, and drafting formal correspondence. Partners with various functions to gather, understand, and document project status and information and develop risk mitigation strategies for the Owner. Utilizes standardized processes and tools to ensure contract compliance, and commercial know-how to guide the organization in strategic administration of the contracts while demonstrating strong customer service for the project team.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Aid in negotiating contract terms, pricing, payment schedules and change orders to ensure that the agreement(s) with vendors/suppliers are commercially advantageous. Prepare negotiation plan to include supporting documentation prior to negotiation.
  • Administer complex contracts and responsible for managing contract obligations. Works cross-functionally to track and expedite the completion of Owner obligations using company developed tools and templates and coordinates with various functions to track and expedite the completion of contractor obligations.
  • Review, advise, and train the project team on prime contracts and subcontracts requirements. Monitor contract compliance to ensure that all legal and contractual matters are addressed efficiently and promptly.
  • Provide life cycle support of the agreement to include change management and contract close-out. Draft change orders and amendments, contract terms, pricing and payment schedules, gathers signatures, and records changes into contract management tools. Perform audits of contract documents to ensure compliance, tracks contract performance against commitments, and compliance to project policies and procedures. Support the verification of completion certificates and documenting project and contract close-out.
  • Lead and participate in key meetings to accurately document discussions, events, actions, and resolutions, as well as draft white papers and strategic recommendations, and create tools for analyzing and tracking of contractor activities, notices, and claims.
  • Draft formal correspondence such as notices, letters and responses to the contractor's inquiries.
  • Liaise with legal, insurance, risk and tax departments and contractors to develop and administer insurance and tax requirements for specific projects, regions, or financing needs.
  • Develop and integrate contract management tools, templates, methods and processes. Using tools and templates, prepares and disseminates information regarding contract status, compliance, modifications, etc. Assist in developing and maintaining the contract databases, logs, dashboards, and manage the SharePoint contract document repository.
  • Research current regional and global events, including any events related to public policies, health and safety, seismic and weather threats to relevant region or job site, or governmental tariff risks to understand potential risks and impacts to the Owner. Tracks issues and drafts memoranda to document events and risk mitigation activities.
  • Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).


Education
  • Bachelor's Degree Business, Law, Finance, or Supply Chain or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Required

Experience
  • 8+ In a comparable contracts administration or contracts management role within the energy sector or on complex capital construction projects. Required
  • Experience with dispute resolution, claims management, contracting, procurement, supply chain management, and commercial legal experience. Preferred
  • Experience with LNG or complex high value construction projects Preferred
  • Experience with day-to-day management of high-volume contract-related inquiries and change management Preferred
  • Experience in EPC contracting and familiarity with various contract delivery methods such as LSTK, GMP, Cost-Plus, etc. Preferred
  • Experience with develop training materials and delivering training to internal clients. Preferred

Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of general corporate business practices, government and commercial contracting regulations and principles, subcontracting practices, and accounting and finance principles. Advanced
  • Knowledge of contracting strategies.
  • Contract negotiation skills. Advanced
  • Listening skills and ability to document events, details and meetings. Intermediate
  • Interpersonal, problem-solving and verbal and written communication skills. Advanced
  • Analytical and mathematical skills.
  • Ability to work independently with little supervision and ability to provide consultation to other members of the project team. Intermediate
  • Computer skills including working knowledge of spreadsheets, word processing and database software packages, internet applications and/or company specific computer applications Intermediate

Licenses and Certifications
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Preferred
  • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) Preferred
  • Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) Preferred
  • Certified Commercial Contract Manager (CCCM) Preferred
  • Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) Preferred
  • Certified Project Master (CPM) Preferred

Other Qualifications
  • Depending on assigned project or area supported, fluency in a language such as Spanish may be preferred.

About Sempra Energy

Sempra Energy was created in 1998 by a merger of parent companies of two long-established, and highly respected, investor-owned utilities with rich histories dating back more than a century. Sempra Energy was founded to capitalize on new opportunities in competitive energy markets. The company’s ongoing focus is to enhance shareholder value and meet customer needs by sustaining the financial strength, operational flexibility and skilled workforce needed to succeed in rapidly changing market conditions. Sempra Energy is a Fortune 500 energy services company, based in San Diego, Calif., that combines deep industry expertise with rigorous risk management to deliver superior shareholder returns. In 2013, Sempra Energy produced revenues of approximately $10.5 billion.

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Join the dynamic team at Sempra Energy, a leader in the energy sector, where innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and sustainability drive us forward. At Sempra Energy, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and a chance to be part of a future-focused company that values each member of its team.

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At Sempra Energy, every position plays a crucial role in shaping the future of energy. By joining our team, you will collaborate with skilled professionals dedicated to pioneering solutions in energy efficiency and resource management. Our culture thrives on innovation and leadership, empowering every employee to contribute to our mission of delivering energy with purpose.

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Sempra Energy is committed to the professional development of its employees. We offer comprehensive benefits, diversity training, and leadership programs that encourage career advancement and personal growth. Our commitment to your success is reflected in our robust training programs and our focus on nurturing leadership qualities in every team member.

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Kickstart your career with Sempra Energy through our internship programs or entry-level positions. These opportunities provide hands-on experience and a glimpse into the culture and operations of a leading energy company. Interns and new hires are integral to our team, bringing fresh perspectives and enthusiasm to our projects.

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Learn more about Sempra Energy
Size
15,390 employees
Market Cap
$49.7 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$3.9 billion
Founded
1996
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$11.3 billion
NASDAQ
SRE
* Ladders Estimates

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