Contract Administrator at Kinder Morgan, Inc. in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

Position Description

Primary purpose:

• Work with business development, general counsel, and other stakeholders to draft revenue generating commercial contracts for pipeline and terminal operations in the Products Pipelines business unit.


• Position job title will be assigned, depending on the qualifications, skill sets and experience of the successful candidate.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Facilitate drafting of contracts by entering contract variables into KM in-house contract management system, create draft document, track status including redlines and approvals, utilize eSignature program to bring contract to full execution.


• Adherence to SOX Controls


• Provide support to business development group and general counsel


• Consistently maintain and demonstrate a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets, employees, and the general public.


• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Minimum requirements: Education:

• BS or BA degree, or equivalent experience, in Law, Contract Management, Finance, Accounting, Marketing or General Business.


• 1-3 Years in a contract drafting and/or paralegal related position requiring drafting, execution, and management of contracts is strongly preferred.


• Excellent computer skills including the use of Microsoft Excel and Outlook .


• Must possess skills in grammar and techniques of business composition.


• Excellent interpersonal communication skills for dealing with co-workers and customers.


• Ability to read and comprehend business contracts through work or educational experience.

Experience / Specific Knowledge:
Certification, licenses, registrations:

• A satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company and a current, valid State driver's license are required.


• If the employee is subject to license or certification requirements or training as stipulated by local, state or federal agencies or the Company, now or in the future, compliance is required under this job description.

Competencies, skills, and abilities:

• Well-balanced interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communications skills are required.


• Must be accountable and take direction from Supervisors/Managers/Directors/VP's; keep required work schedules, which include regular and predictable job attendance; focus attention on details; follow work rules.


• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential.


• Must be a problem solver with the ability to find resolutions.


• Must be able to handle multiple tasks and priorities, and handle work interruptions.
  
  
  • Must be self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision and/or direction.
  
  
  • Must be flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co-workers, clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
  
  
  • Must be able to recognize and treat confidential information appropriately.
  
  
  • Communicate clearly and understandably in English, both orally and in writing (includes telephone, grammar, and business composition skills).
  
  
  • Ability to organize, establish and maintain filing and record keeping systems.
  
  
  • Ability to prepare reports from electronic data and various sources.
  
  
  • Ability to prepare reports and correspondence.
  
  
  
  

Physical demands:

• Ability to manipulate computer key board.


• Ability to read various documents, electronic and paper.


• Ability to work in office environment at a work station, usually sitting, for long periods of time.


• Ability to work remotely (telecommute), if required.


• Employee must be physically capable of completing and satisfying all training requirements as stipulated by local, state or federal agencies, and/or Company Policy.

Working Conditions:

• Overtime required and extended work hours, including (weekends, holidays, etc.)


• Travel may be required, including overnight stays for several days.


• Majority of the work will be conducted from an office environment - controlled temperature.

Supervisory responsibility:

• None

Preferred education, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and abilities:
Above the minimum requirement; not required but advantageous in this position:

• Use of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Teams.


• Understanding of petroleum pipelines and terminals.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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