Explore Contract Administrator Jobs

Contract administrators help organizations create, review, negotiate, and manage agreements throughout their lifecycle. They coordinate with legal, finance, procurement, sales, and operations teams to help ensure contracts are accurate, compliant, and aligned with business goals. Browse vetted Contract Administrator opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Contract Administrators Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but may include drafting and reviewing contract documents, tracking milestones and renewals, maintaining contract records, coordinating approvals, monitoring compliance, and identifying risks or opportunities to improve terms. Senior professionals may oversee contract processes, advise stakeholders on commercial requirements, and support complex negotiations.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often value experience in contract administration, contract management, procurement, or a related field. Important strengths include attention to detail, clear communication, negotiation, organization, and the ability to interpret contractual language. Familiarity with contract lifecycle management systems, regulatory requirements, and industry-specific standards can also be useful. Requirements differ by role; some positions may prefer a bachelor's degree or relevant certifications.

Industries and Career Paths

Contract Administrators work in fields such as technology, construction, healthcare, government contracting, manufacturing, and professional services. With experience, they may progress into senior contract administration, contracts management, procurement leadership, commercial operations, or related roles.

Find Your Next Opportunity

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional Contract Administrator jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities and qualifications, and focus your search on opportunities that match your experience, industry knowledge, and career goals.

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$79K - $139K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving excellence in clinical trial contracts. As a Senior Site Contracts Manager, you'll negotiate and manage site budgets and agreements, collaborating with key stak...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $170K *

Elevate your career by leading purchasing strategy and supplier relationships. Drive procurement operations and cost management while ensuring resource availability to support organizational goals in...

Colorado Springs, CORemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$275K - $325K *

Lead the charge in building and managing a construction banking sector, driving strategy, partnerships, and product development while overseeing P&L and fostering key relationships to establish Flex a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Play a key role in global sanctions compliance, overseeing risk management and regulatory adherence. Collaborate with international teams to establish standards and guidelines while ensuring effective...

Farmington Hills, MIRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive project accounting support, ensuring financial compliance and effective cost management throughout the project lifecycle while fostering strong...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's pioneering preconstruction efforts by leading front-end project planning, cost development, and schedule creation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

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Frederick, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $175K *

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing rebar project execution from setup to completion, ensuring effective contract management, coordination, and communication with customers and project teams to deliver succ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $150K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

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Hickory, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Champion project success by managing costs, schedules, and relationships. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient execution and problem-solving on heavy civil and infrastructure projects, driving c...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

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Durham, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

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Aurora, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $105K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Contract Administrator do?question toggle

    A Contract Administrator coordinates the preparation, review, approval, execution, and ongoing management of contracts. Duties may include maintaining records, tracking deadlines, supporting negotiations, and helping teams meet contractual requirements.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for Contract Administrator jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek relevant contract, procurement, or business experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and careful attention to detail. Some roles prefer a bachelor's degree, contract management experience, or familiarity with contract lifecycle software.

  • Where do Contract Administrators work?question toggle

    They work across industries including technology, construction, healthcare, government contracting, manufacturing, and professional services, wherever organizations manage vendor, customer, or government agreements.

  • How can I find Contract Administrator jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse vetted professional opportunities on Ladders and review each listing's salary information, responsibilities, and qualifications to identify roles that fit your background.

  • What career paths can follow Contract Administrator experience?question toggle

    Experienced professionals may advance to senior contract administrator or contracts manager roles, or move into procurement leadership, commercial operations, or related business functions.