Contract Specialist

Contract Specialist – 1-year contract

Houston, TX

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset, and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

Job Summary:

Responsible for reviewing and administering a wide range of supply chain and procurement contracts, including service agreements, consulting contracts, software licenses, and equipment rentals. Collaborates with Legal and Insurance teams to negotiate vendor terms, manage language changes, and ensure compliance with internal approval processes. Skilled in analyzing complex contract terms such as warranty, indemnity, liability, insurance, and confidentiality. Supports corporate and plant stakeholders from contract initiation through completion, responding to requests efficiently—even under pressure. Manages contract files and databases, drafts amendments, tracks deadlines, ensures compliance, and prepares documentation for audits. Participates in acquisition/divestiture activities and oversees Statements of Work and contracts tied to IST and Administrative Services.

Your Day-to-Day:

- Apply broad and in-depth knowledge of contract management and procurement to support complex projects and initiatives.

- Resolve advanced contractual and operational issues using wide-ranging technical expertise and independent judgment.

- Operate at a high level across multiple functional areas, serving as an advanced contributor to cross-disciplinary efforts.

- Make informed decisions on complex and often ambiguous matters related to contract execution, compliance, and risk mitigation.

- Recommend improvements to contract processes, tools, and procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce exposure.

- Lead research into external innovations and industry best practices, identifying opportunities to improve internal systems and services.

- Manage and contribute to complex projects, determining appropriate methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria.

- Define procedures for new assignments and ensure alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards.

- Serve as a project or technical lead on medium to large-scale initiatives, coordinating efforts across departments and external stakeholders.

- Train and mentor team members on technical skills, contract procedures, and compliance standards to build internal capability.

Who You Are:

As a successful candidate, you will bring the following to the team:

- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent required. Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in contract management and/or administration, or equivalent education.

- Previous knowledge of various supply chain/procurement contracts required.

- Experience with Industrial and Services Contracts a PLUS

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services provides customer-focused solutions with offers ranging from high-volume and low-cost to specialized niche solutions, never compromising on delivering best-in-class customer service to both our clients and our employees each day.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

- Competitive Pay

- Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits

- 401(k) Savings Plan

- Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com

You can submit your completed application, and also explore other available options, using the following link: careers.westinghousenuclear.com

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