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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.

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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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$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Contracts Manager, leading contract administration and change management for major projects. Collaborate with teams to mitigate risks and ensure compliance, driving successf...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex contracts, ensuring compliance, and guiding negotiations. Leverage your expertise in Design/Build contracts to support public and private projects whil...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage public and private contracts, ensuring compliance and effective negotiation. Leverage your expertise in Design/Build contracts to drive successful project outcomes an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by managing complex contracts, guiding teams through negotiations, and ensuring compliance. Leverage your expertise in Design/Build contracts to drive successful project outcomes and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $133K *

Lead critical negotiations and serve as a subject-matter expert on complex contracts. Mentor junior staff, advise on risk exposure, and enhance company-wide contracting policies while ensuring complia...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $133K *

Transform contract management by leading high-stakes negotiations, advising on risk exposure, and mentoring junior staff. Drive strategic improvements and ensure compliance across complex agreements i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading contract negotiations for clinical research, ensuring compliance and efficiency in agreements with industry sponsors. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance processes an...

Chapel Hill, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $110K *

Manage customer relationships from quote to delivery, ensuring satisfaction and compliance with contractual obligations. Collaborate across departments to resolve issues and drive continuous improveme...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $105K *

Optimize your career as you manage and negotiate contracts, collaborate with legal teams, and assess business risks. Leverage your experience in environmental remediation and build effective client re...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$97K - $120K *

Elevate contract management by negotiating and administering complex agreements, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks while collaborating with legal and internal teams to support business operati...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $107K *

Champion effective contract administration through comprehensive review, negotiation, and compliance management, ensuring seamless collaboration with legal, technical, and business units to mitigate r...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$164K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to lead federal contract management, ensuring compliance and driving strategic growth across diverse civilian agencies. Leverage your expertise to negotiate contracts and mentor a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $170K *

Shape the future of contract management by overseeing agreements, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks. Collaborate with legal teams and customers to protect interests while driving satisfaction...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$157K - $170K *

Transform the future of contract management by overseeing agreements, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks. Collaborate with legal teams and customers to protect interests while driving satisfact...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$157K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing contractual agreements, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks. Collaborate with legal teams and customers while overseeing a contracts team to protect company interests...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $150K *

Lead contract management initiatives by drafting, negotiating, and overseeing agreements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and support strategic legal operations in...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$134K - $154K *

Lead the charge in contract management, overseeing a team while driving operational excellence and stakeholder engagement to enhance business development and risk management strategies...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Empower our team by managing vendor contracts, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks. Collaborate cross-functionally to align contract execution with project goals and drive success in a dynamic c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading federal acquisition strategies and compliance. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance procurement processes and drive innovative solutions across the Intelligence...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $225K *

Unlock potential by leading construction activities for mission-critical facilities. This role involves project oversight, financial tracking, and stakeholder coordination, ensuring timely delivery an...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to manage complex government contracts, ensuring compliance and driving mission-critical outcomes. Leverage your expertise in contract administration to negotiate terms, advise man...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$64K - $96K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee contract initiation and compliance, ensuring adherence to policies while providing technical guidance. Collaborate with staff and stakeholders to enhance contracting pro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$89K - $134K *

Shape the future by managing contracts and negotiations in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and fulfill customer requirements while supporting missio...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $134K *

Reimagine contract management by leading sustainment activities and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate complex negotiations and drive financial...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $141K *

Take ownership of complex contract administration, leading proposal development and negotiations while ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive successful contract...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.