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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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$123K - $136K *

Optimize the contract cycle by reviewing, negotiating, and finalizing commercial agreements. Collaborate with legal counsel and the Growth team to establish a playbook, ensuring swift deal closures wh...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$123K - $136K *

Lead the charge in managing commercial contracts, from negotiation to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, ensuring agreements are finalized efficiently while ma...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Manage the full lifecycle of healthcare contracts, ensuring compliance and alignment with organizational and financial goals. Collaborate cross-functionally to negotiate, draft, and manage key partner...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion healthcare contract management by overseeing compliance, negotiation, and strategy alignment. Drive cross-functional collaboration and support market access initiatives while ensuring financi...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $150K *

The Contract Manager shall manage and oversee all contract-management functions per the assigned project and coordinate with the Commercial Manager and project team on matters necessary for maintainin...

Pittsburgh, PA (Allegheny County) and 3 other locationsIn-Person

2 weeks ago

by TANYA SYKES  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing procurement and administration for subcontracting, ensuring compliance and effective negotiation with industry partners to support business objectives and project success...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring construction excellence by coordinating activities, collaborating with engineers and contractors, and delivering projects on time and within specifications, al...

Gatineau, QCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $89K *

Join a dynamic team to manage public works contracts, ensuring compliance and successful project execution. Collaborate with engineers and contractors while enhancing your skills in a supportive envir...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to manage public sector contracts, ensuring compliance and supporting sales growth through effective reporting and collaboration with various departments...

New Mexico, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Pioneer the contracting engine for a dynamic business, managing the full contract lifecycle from drafting to execution. Collaborate across teams to streamline processes and ensure compliance while sup...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the development and execution of subcontract strategies, ensuring project success through effective sourcing, negotiation, and management of subcontractor relationships while collaborating with d...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer field management for federal contracts, ensuring project goals are met safely and efficiently. Lead execution across various methodologies in the Mid-Atlantic region, focusing on infrastructur...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $187K *

Analyze and negotiate complex contracts in healthcare, leveraging data-driven insights to enhance outcomes and drive strategic initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize processes and fost...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing end-to-end contract activities for defense programs. Shape compliant and strategic contract actions across a diverse customer portfolio while mentoring colleagues and optim...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $90K *

Unlock potential by supporting government contract management and compliance. Collaborate with senior personnel to ensure adherence to regulations, assist in proposal activities, and maintain accurate...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

Contribute to project success by managing contracts, schedules, and budgets. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely completion of data center infrastructure services while maintaining documentation a...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Optimize subcontract management by overseeing planning, execution, and close-out of complex service and construction subcontracts, ensuring compliance with policies while supporting project goals and...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $170K *

Support contract lifecycle activities by providing expertise to Program Managers, ensuring compliance with DoD acquisition policies and facilitating communication across stakeholders for effective exe...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower our team by managing government contracts with expertise in FAR/DFARS compliance, contract negotiation, and lifecycle management. Collaborate and lead efforts to ensure contractual obligations...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to lead contract management in our Land Systems Division, overseeing the full contract lifecycle, complex negotiations, and compliance while building a robust contra...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $191K *

Elevate your career by leading a skilled team in contract management, overseeing critical projects, and ensuring compliance with legal and company standards while driving strategic negotiations and fo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $125K *

Advance your career by providing contractual support for commercial and government contracts while collaborating with internal stakeholders to mitigate risks and ensure compliance. Leverage your exper...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $125K *

Drive contractual excellence by drafting and negotiating diverse commercial and government contracts. Collaborate with stakeholders to mitigate risks and ensure compliance, while providing expert guid...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing U.S. Government contracts, ensuring compliance and execution from proposal to closeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex contractual obligations...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Join a team that drives impactful contracts in the national security space. Leverage your expertise in federal contracts to manage diverse portfolios while collaborating with Intelligence Community cu...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.