Contracts Administrator

If you are a Contracts Administrator professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity to join our Power & Water Solutions team in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania.

In this role, you will support complex projects across the power generation and water treatment sectors by serving as a trusted partner for all commercial and contractual matters. You will work closely with project teams and customers to ensure contractual compliance, manage risk, and contribute to successful project execution while supporting Emerson’s commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration.

Power & Water Solutions is an industry leading controls automation company that provides applications in the renewable (solar, hydro, wind), fossil (natural gas and coal) power generation, and water treatment plant sectors. 

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for commercial and contractual matters on assigned projects, building strong and effective customer relationships
• Maintain a working understanding of the period‑to‑period asset management process applicable to the business
• Ensure customer purchase order requirements are met to minimize financial risk, avoid penalties, and support customer satisfaction
• Identify and support opportunities to improve project margin through scope change activity across the project lifecycle
• Partner with project managers to support accurate financial forecasting and sales projections
• Support efforts to reduce receivables through proactive identification of issues and resolution planning
• Collaborate across functions to ensure Emerson’s contractual commitments are met in alignment with internal processes
• Monitor commercial and contractual activities and communicate potential impacts to project schedules or billings
• Provide clear commercial interpretation of contractual terms and conditions when requested

Who You Are:

You build and maintain effective working relationships with customers and internal partners by earning trust and demonstrating reliability. You communicate clearly and thoughtfully, adapting your message to ensure understanding and alignment across diverse audiences. You collaborate openly, value different perspectives, and contribute to shared goals by supporting others and working through challenges constructively. You approach work with a results‑focused mindset, balancing attention to detail with an understanding of broader business objectives.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• 3+ years of experience supporting business, finance, accounting, project management, engineering, or contract administration activities
• Working knowledge of contract principles and the ability to interpret commercial terms
• Understanding of project and financial management concepts
• Ability to negotiate with customers while maintaining strong, respectful relationships
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• BS degree in engineering, finance, accounting, legal, or business disciplines
• Previous contract law experience
• Familiarity with Ovation or other Emerson legacy systems or project environments

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.