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.

Find Your Next Opportunity

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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$110K - $130K *

Champion proposal excellence by leading bids from RFP release to submission. Collaborate with engineers and executives to craft compliant, persuasive proposals for US and international defense contrac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $225K *

Unlock financial excellence at a leading construction firm. Drive strategic growth, oversee financial operations, and partner with executive leadership to enhance profitability and operational perform...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$76K - $109K *

Lead diverse construction projects by coordinating with teams and stakeholders. Ensure timely delivery within budget while managing project plans, tendering processes, and communications. Drive qualit...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$60K - $110K *

Partner with us to support critical DARPA initiatives by managing contracts that enhance national security. This hybrid role offers career growth opportunities while ensuring compliance with federal r...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$60K - $110K *

Champion your career by supporting critical DARPA initiatives in government contracting. Join a dynamic team to manage contracts that enhance national security and technological advancements, with opp...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate with clients to optimize vendor contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while leveraging legal expertise and project management skills in a dynamic, remote environment...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$153K - $199K *

Drive the negotiation and management of clinical trial agreements, ensuring compliance and collaboration across teams. This hands-on role requires expertise in clinical contracting and general agreeme...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Join our team as a Principal Subcontracts Specialist, where you'll tackle complex subcontract challenges, lead projects, and guide teams with your expertise in subcontract management and compliance wi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at our organization by leading project procurement efforts that ensure timely delivery of materials and services, enhance capability, and meet quality standards while collaborating...

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate contract management efficiency by managing the full lifecycle of contracts, from proposal initiation to closeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, mitigate risks...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Innovate educational programming by overseeing development and deployment of CLE initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance non-dues revenue and ensure budget compliance while leading a ded...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$129K - $193K *

Empower your career by managing complex contracts, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving process improvements to align with business objectives while mitigating risks throughout the c...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $193K *

Lead the charge in managing complex contracts, ensuring alignment with business goals while mitigating risks. Collaborate across teams to streamline processes and enhance contract lifecycle management...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $193K *

Empower your career by managing complex contracts, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving process improvements to align with business objectives while mitigating risks throughout the c...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$63K - $111K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on contract administration, reporting, and database management. Contribute to maintaining accurate records and improving processes to ensure compl...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in procurement and contracts management for a large-scale construction project, ensuring alignment with commercial objectives and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders to dr...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join our team to lead commissioning efforts through design, construction, and occupancy phases. Collaborate with engineers and contractors to ensure quality technical services for diverse building sys...

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

$92K - $160K *

Champion innovative contracting solutions for government agencies, managing the full lifecycle of Task Orders under a major Federal IDIQ vehicle. Drive strategic opportunities and revenue growth while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$92K - $167K *

Champion a dynamic team focused on managing Individual and Family Markets documentation, ensuring compliance and quality while driving cross-team collaboration and project implementation for optimal o...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $167K *

Transform the Individual and Family Markets team by managing document creation, ensuring compliance with corporate guidelines, and enhancing operational efficiency through strategic initiatives and re...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $167K *

Lead a dynamic team focused on health insurance document management, ensuring compliance with corporate guidelines and statutory requirements while enhancing operational efficiency and quality across...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $167K *

Champion a dynamic team focused on managing Individual and Family Markets documentation, ensuring compliance and quality. Drive performance and resource allocation while supporting strategic initiativ...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $167K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic team focused on document creation and compliance for Individual and Family Markets, ensuring quality and efficiency in operations while supporting strategic initi...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $167K *

Transform the Individual and Family Markets team by leading document management, ensuring compliance with corporate guidelines, and enhancing operational efficiency through strategic initiatives and c...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $167K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team focused on health insurance document management, ensuring compliance and quality across processes while driving strategic initiatives and resource allocat...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.