Senior Contracts Manager

Position Title:  Senior Contracts Manager
Reports To:   Lead Counsel for Commercial Operations & Global Compliance Director 
Department:  HQ
Location:  Houston (Hybrid Schedule) 
Employment Type:  Full-Time

Position Summary

The Senior Contracts Manager will lead the end-to-end contract life cycle, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements while maximizing value and mitigating risks.  This role requires a proactive professional with experience in full-cycle contract management, including contract drafting, redlining, negotiation, execution and post-execution management.

Key Responsibilities

1. Contract Development and Negotiation
   • Draft, review, redline and negotiate a variety of contracts, including but not limited to NDAs, MSAs, purchase agreements, service agreements, purchase orders, LOIs, change orders and vendor contracts.
   • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as Legal, Sales, Procurement and Operations, to align contract terms with business objectives and risk mitigation.
   • Manage operational, financial and legal risk to the company through robust contract management.
2. Contract Administration
   • Manage the full contract life cycle from initiation through execution, renewal or termination.
   • Ensure all executed contracts are accurately stored and indexed in the contract management system.
   • Track key contract milestones, deliverables and obligations, including renewal dates and notice provisions.
3. Risk Management and Compliance
   • Identify, assess and mitigate operational, financial and legal risk.
   • Ensure all contracts comply with legal, regulatory and company requirements.
   • Monitor changes in laws and regulations that may impact contract terms and recommend necessary updates.
4. Stakeholder Communication
   • Serve as the primary point of contact for contractual matters across multiple domestic and international business units.
   • Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on contract management concepts, best practices and obligations.
5. Process Improvement
   • Develop and implement streamlined contract management processes and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
   • Monitor and report on contract performance metrics to senior management.
6. Dispute Resolution
   • Support resolution of contract-related disputes in collaboration with the Legal team and external counsel when necessary.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, English, Law or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in contract management, preferably in a corporate or manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex agreements and other documents with multiple stakeholders.
• Oil and gas industry experience is a plus.
• Experience with government contracts preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of contract law, terms and conditions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent negotiation, drafting and analytical skills.
• Proficient in using contract management software and tools.
• High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders with competing interests or priorities.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Dresser is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.