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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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$82K - $101K *

Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Corporate Secretary, ensuring effective planning and documentation of Board meetings while managing communications and logistics for Board leadershi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join our Project Controls team to manage project costs, track change orders, ensure accurate billing, and oversee financial tracking tools for successful project delivery...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $149K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing the full lifecycle of contract administration, ensuring compliance and effective execution while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive success and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $85K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee U.S. Government property management, ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining accurate records across multiple locations. Collaborate with stakeholders to en...

Huntsville, ALRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $135K *

Drive strategic procurement and compliance for IT and cloud services, managing complex contracts and vendor relations to optimize costs, mitigate risks, and enhance operational efficiency across techn...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize procurement strategies and contractual agreements in IT, Network & Cloud domains. This role requires managing complex negotiations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing cost efficiencies to con...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $127K *

Champion commercial management across transportation projects, driving contract negotiations, risk assessments, and financial oversight. Collaborate with teams and clients to enhance project performan...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $127K *

Join a team that's driving commercial excellence in transportation projects, managing contracts, negotiations, and risk while collaborating with clients and stakeholders to enhance project performance...

Thornhill, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K - $112K *

Elevate your career by driving commercial excellence in project delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage contracts, improve processes, and support informed decision-making across impactful i...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K - $112K *

Shape the future of project delivery by collaborating with diverse teams to manage contracts, improve processes, and drive consistency across impactful infrastructure projects while enhancing your com...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$119K - $127K *

Drive subcontract management excellence by overseeing complex agreements, ensuring compliance, and fostering supplier relationships to support Defense programs and mitigate risks throughout the lifecy...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $104K *

Manage procurement contracts from execution to compliance, ensuring alignment with regulations and internal policies. Collaborate with departments and vendors to optimize contract performance and miti...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$63K - $111K *

Manage subcontract administration to ensure compliance and performance across all phases of the Supply Chain process, from proposal development to contract closeout, while fostering strong relationshi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee complex construction projects, ensuring compliance with design and quality standards. Leverage your expertise in mechanical and electrical systems while collaborating wi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Optimize contract execution by managing the entire lifecycle, ensuring compliance, and leading teams through military testing and documentation processes to achieve contract milestones effectively...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K *

Drive government bid success by managing solicitation processes, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate, timely proposals that meet contract requirement...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at a leading audit team by supervising complex audit programs, guiding professional auditors, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations while fostering a collaborative wor...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading contract management processes, providing strategic guidance, and ensuring compliance across diverse contract types. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive su...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading the contracts lifecycle for munitions. Engage in negotiations, administration, and compliance while guiding program leaders and ensuring alignment with U.S. Government s...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Drive the execution of complex EPCI projects by managing contracts, ensuring compliance, and leading negotiations. Collaborate with project teams to protect contractual rights and optimize project out...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead complex contractual strategies for large-scale EPCI projects, ensuring effective execution and risk management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate commercial challenges and drive...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $130K *

Transform the procurement landscape by overseeing a team of Contract Specialists, managing complex contracting processes, and ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering collaboration and inn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of acquisition management by leading a dynamic team overseeing a $400M+ contract portfolio. Drive strategic initiatives, ensure compliance, and deliver insights that influence high-le...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing complex contracts for a major program, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment. Collaborate with teams to develop proposals, negotiate terms, and maintain strong relati...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to negotiate and manage clinical trial agreements, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline processes and mentor junior colleagues while main...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.