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.

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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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$63K - $111K *

Lead the procurement process as a Senior Subcontract Administrator, managing subcontractor relationships, negotiating agreements, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Drive efficiency in t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$111K - $175K *

Explore a pivotal role in subcontract management, leading negotiations and supplier relations to support complex development programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading physician contract administration, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across divisions. Oversee contract processes, maintain databases, and supervise teams to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive effective contract management for large-scale EPC projects, ensuring compliance and protecting contractual rights. Collaborate with diverse teams to identify risks and opportunities, while suppo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $108K *

Transform contract management by overseeing diverse contracts and negotiations. Drive project success within a dynamic team as you ensure compliance and foster strong customer relationships. Elevate y...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $85K *

Support the bid process for HVAC systems by managing submissions, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with sales and engineering teams. Leverage HVAC expertise to interpret specifications and recomm...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of construction compliance by managing contracts and permits, ensuring accountability, and driving timely project delivery through effective communication and collaboration with diver...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $116K *

Empower the Town's procurement processes by managing purchasing functions, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with departments to achieve efficient and transparent operations. Drive fiscal respons...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Unlock potential by managing cost controls for complex construction projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate financial insights, mitigate risks, and support informed decis...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing cost controls for complex construction projects. Leverage your expertise to deliver financial insights, mitigate risks, and support decision-making in a dynami...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Accelerate your career by managing cost controls for complex construction projects. Leverage your expertise to deliver financial insights, mitigate risks, and support decision-making in a dynamic, rem...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Drive financial accuracy and risk management in construction cost controls for data center projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure effective budget management and reporting in a fast-paced...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing cost controls for complex construction projects, ensuring accurate financial insights and risk identification. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support data cente...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of construction cost management. In this role, you'll oversee financial controls for critical projects, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting while collaborating...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing cost controls for complex construction projects, ensuring accurate financial insights and risk identification. Collaborate with diverse teams to support informed decision-m...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Elevate project success by managing comprehensive cost controls for data center and mission-critical capital programs, ensuring accurate financial insights and proactive risk management in a dynamic e...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading heavy civil and highway construction projects. Manage teams, ensure compliance, and support business development while impacting the community through effective construc...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $196K *

Lead the Subcontracts team in managing complex agreements, ensuring compliance and fostering relationships with suppliers and clients. Drive negotiations, oversee proposal evaluations, and provide str...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate construction project outcomes by expertly administering complex contracts, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders while managing multiple sites and enhancing desig...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of end-to-end proposal management for complex RFPs and bids. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft compelling submissions, ensuring compliance and competitiveness in the ente...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $200K *

Drive successful construction project delivery through active oversight, coordination, and communication with stakeholders. Oversee safety, quality, and schedule execution for mission-critical infrast...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's leading strategic bids for complex airport and border authority projects across the Americas. Shape winning strategies, coordinate cross-functional teams, and engage customers from...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion the bid process for strategic opportunities, leading cross-functional teams to develop winning strategies and manage customer engagement from qualification to contract award, ensuring seamles...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead strategic bids for Airports & Border Authorities, coordinating cross-functional teams and managing customer engagement from qualification to contract award, ensuring seamless transitions to imple...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $178K *

Drive growth by managing commercial contracts, ensuring compliance, and providing legal support to sales and operations teams. Collaborate with leadership to negotiate agreements and uphold ethical st...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.