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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$80K - $95K *

Help us ensure contract and financial compliance for government projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and support project delivery while maintaining accurate documentati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $165K *

Lead strategic contract management to drive execution and compliance across commercial and government programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to protect margins and enable scalable growth in a dynami...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Champion proactive contract administration excellence, supporting complex federal contracts throughout their lifecycle by partnering with program and project managers to ensure compliance and successf...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by independently managing complex federal contracts, ensuring compliance and project success while providing expert guidance to stakeholders and enhancing contracting processes wit...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of federal contracting by independently managing complex contracts and supporting project delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and continuous improve...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Explore an exciting opportunity to provide expert federal contract administration, supporting compliance and project delivery while collaborating with various stakeholders across the contract lifecycl...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential in a senior role, overseeing complex federal contracts. Collaborate with federal and internal stakeholders, providing expert support and ensuring compliance throughout the contra...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance federal contract administration for complex agreements, supporting program and project managers throughout the contract lifecycle. Utilize your expertise to ensure complianc...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of federal contract management by providing critical administration support for complex and specialized contracts. Collaborate with project managers to ensure compliance and drive con...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in advanced contract administration for federal agreements, ensuring compliance and effective collaboration with Program Managers. Drive continuous improvement while serving as a subje...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Help us drive federal contract success by providing expert contract administration and compliance support for complex projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure contract requirements are met th...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by independently managing complex federal contracts. Collaborate with internal teams, support project delivery, and enhance federal contracting processes while serving as a subject...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Empower our Contract Services Team by delivering expert contract administration for complex federal contracts. Collaborate with program managers to ensure compliance and drive project success. Enhance...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to federal contract success by managing complex agreements, ensuring compliance, and supporting program managers throughout the contract lifecycle. Leverage your expertise to enhance federa...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Optimize federal contract administration for diverse contracts, ensuring compliance and effective project delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance procedures and share expertise, i...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Elevate contract administration by leading efforts in compliance and support for Federal contracts. Serve as a subject matter expert and drive continuous improvement within a dynamic team environment...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate contract administration by coordinating with federal stakeholders to manage complex contracts, ensuring compliance and efficiency throughout the contract lifecycle. Contribute expertise and le...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Manage complex federal contracts and task orders, ensuring compliance and efficiency throughout the contract lifecycle. Serve as a subject matter expert, partnering with internal stakeholders to enhan...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive advanced federal contract administration across varied projects, ensuring compliance and supporting project delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, utilizing your expertise to lead im...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Empower federal contract administration by expertly managing complex contracts, ensuring compliance, and enhancing collaboration with program managers throughout the lifecycle, while leading process i...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Join our dynamic team as a Senior Contract Administrator, where you will manage complex federal contracts, provide expertise, and support program managers throughout the contract lifecycle, driving co...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Drive federal contract administration activities, ensuring compliance and excellence across project lifecycles. Provide expert guidance, lead training initiatives, and enhance processes to support pro...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Oversee the comprehensive administration of federal contracts, ensuring compliance and effective project delivery while serving as a subject matter expert. Collaborate with project managers for contra...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive excellence in federal contract administration by managing complex contracts, ensuring compliance, and partnering with internal stakeholders to achieve project goals throughout the contract lifec...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead advanced contract administration for federal projects by partnering with internal stakeholders. Guide compliance, streamline processes, and oversee contract execution while serving as a federal c...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.