Sr. Contracts Administrator

Department: Contracts Management

Reports to: Director of Contracts

Location: Irving, TX (Hybrid)

Job Summary:

The Senior Contracts Administrator plays a critical role in supporting Shermco's revenue-generating operations by managing the high-volume contract documents that directly impact project execution, billing, and revenue recognition. This role focuses on the rapid review, coordination, and routing of operational contract documents-including change orders, work orders, and scopes of work issued under existing negotiated agreements.

The Senior Contracts Administrator works closely with sales, operations, and project management teams to ensure contract documentation moves efficiently while remaining aligned with negotiated contractual terms and company risk standards.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Administration & Revenue Support

Review and process high-volume operational contract documents including change orders, work orders, and scopes of work issued under existing master agreements.
• Ensure documents are aligned with previously negotiated contract terms before execution and project release.
• Support fast-track routing and approvals for revenue-generating documents to prevent delays in project execution and billing.
• Identify deviations from negotiated terms and escalate to the Contracts Management team when necessary.
• Act as a central coordination point to ensure contract documents move quickly through internal review and approval workflows.
• Partner closely with sales, project management, operations, and finance teams to facilitate efficient contract execution.

Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) Leadership

• Become a power user and subject-matter resource for the company's CLM platform.
• Maintain accurate contract records and ensure documents are properly entered, categorized, and tracked in the system.
• Assist with internal audits, reporting requirements, and process improvements tied to contract administration workflows.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years direct experience in contract administration, commercial operations, or legal operations
• Strong experience managing high-volume contract documentation in fast-paced operational environments
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate across sales, operations, and finance teams
• Experience working with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems or similar contract databases (iCertis a plus);
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and fast turnaround expectations

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with master service agreements (MSAs), work orders, scopes of work, and change orders
• Experience supporting contract reporting, audits, or compliance initiatives
• Key Attributes for Success
• Operates with speed, accuracy, and strong commercial awareness
• Comfortable working in dynamic operational environments where priorities shift quickly
• Strong technology aptitude and willingness to become a CLM platform expert
• Highly collaborative with the ability to engage effectively with sales, operations, finance, and legal stakeholders

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER | DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

Shermco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Shermco is a drug-free workplace.

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