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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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...
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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...
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$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...
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$116K - $178K *
Take ownership of contract management and negotiation, supporting sales and operations teams. Drive ethical standards and compliance while overseeing the full contract lifecycle, ensuring alignment wi...
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$116K - $178K *
Join us in supporting our rapid growth by providing legal expertise in contract negotiations and management. Collaborate with teams across the Americas to ensure compliance and drive revenue while mai...
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$116K - $178K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead the charge in managing commercial contracts, providing legal support, and driving revenue growth across the Americas. Empower your career with autonomy and collaboratio...
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$116K - $178K *
Shape the future of commercial contracts by leading negotiations and managing agreements. Collaborate with sales and legal teams to ensure compliance and drive revenue growth while maintaining high et...
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Project Manager - Construction
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in executing complex construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction while managing budgets, schedules, and subcontractor performance across multiple assignmen...
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Sr. Subcontracts Administrator - Remote
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by managing full life cycle subcontract activities, ensuring compliance, and driving supplier performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement strategie...
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$88K - $105K *
Transform project execution by overseeing logistics, costs, and relationships. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery and quality standards while managing resources effectively in a dynamic...
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Cost Controller - Public Works & Capital Projects
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Champion project financial management by overseeing budgets, tracking costs, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to implement rebate programs and maintain accurate financial records for ef...
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Contract Audit & Compliance Lead
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational integrity by leading contract audits and compliance initiatives. This role requires strategic oversight, collaboration across departments, and pro...
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$155K - $175K *
Champion the negotiation of pioneering contracts, managing lifecycle processes while ensuring compliance across government and commercial sectors, and facilitating critical operations in the innovativ...
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Contract Specialist - HYBRID - 177132
$110K - $160K *
Optimize contract administration processes for a key DARPA program, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while collaborating with government and contractor personnel to support national securi...
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$110K - $160K *
Launch your career by managing complex R&D contracts for a leading defense organization. Utilize your expertise in contract administration and compliance to drive innovation and support critical feder...
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$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by supporting Federal contracts in healthcare. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance services for American Indians and Alaska Natives, ensuring effective contract management...
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$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by managing complex contract activities for Special Operations Forces, ensuring timely acquisition and lifecycle support of advanced technologies across diverse domains to enhance ope...
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$80K - $95K *
Transform acquisition processes by independently managing contract actions, providing expert guidance, and ensuring compliance with regulations to support Special Operations Forces' mission readiness...
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$100K - $120K *
Advance your career by leveraging over 10 years of contract management expertise in DoD acquisition programs, focusing on space-related initiatives while training personnel and enhancing procurement s...
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$94K - $127K *
Empower your career by leading building commissioning processes, energy audits, and sustainability certifications. Collaborate with architects and owners on innovative projects, enhancing energy perfo...
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$118K - $170K *
Champion strategic contract management by leading lifecycle processes, advising on legal compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance procurement strategies and mitigate risks in a dynam...
1 week ago
$91K - $160K *
Lead the charge in procurement excellence, ensuring compliance and best value for the Lab's operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage complex contracts and support socio-economic i...
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$91K - $160K *
Champion procurement excellence by leading complex contracts and supplier engagements. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and optimize costs, while supporting socio-economic initiatives and...
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$135K - $160K *
Drive strategic contract management and proposal development within the Defense and Civil Space Market, leveraging extensive federal contracting expertise to foster relationships and navigate complex...
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$130K - $155K *
Lead the charge in managing complex contracts and proposals within the Defense and Civil Space Market, serving as a strategic partner to stakeholders while navigating innovative acquisition mechanisms...
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What does a Contract Administrator do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Experienced professionals may advance to senior contract administrator or contracts manager roles, or move into procurement leadership, commercial operations, or related business functions.