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.
Service Manager - Procurement & Customs Compliance
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of procurement and customs compliance by leading strategic initiatives, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring regulatory adherence while driving cost savings and team developm...
4 days ago
$130K - $180K *
Optimize the commissioning process for modular carbon capture systems, leading hands-on startup, testing, and operational handoff. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient deploymen...
2 weeks ago
$55K - $126K *
Transform contract management processes within a National Security team by utilizing advanced negotiation skills and expertise to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and foster client relationships acr...
Reposted 6 days ago
$55K - $126K *
Oversee contract administration and negotiations for government clients. Leverage advanced expertise to manage proposals, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance while developing creative strategies to...
Reposted 6 days ago
$77K - $176K *
Lead contract management efforts by leveraging your expertise to negotiate, implement, and oversee complex agreements. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and mitigate risks while supporting g...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$77K - $176K *
Lead critical contract management efforts, leveraging negotiation skills and expertise to support government acquisition processes. Collaborate with teams to mitigate risks and ensure compliance while...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$77K - $176K *
Engage in comprehensive contract management, leveraging negotiation skills and expertise to support government acquisitions, mitigate risks, and foster client relationships while ensuring compliance a...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$77K - $176K *
Transform contract management by leveraging your expertise to navigate complex government acquisitions, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while fostering strong client relationships and driving...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$77K - $176K *
Join a team that's redefining contract management in national security. Leverage your expertise to navigate complex proposals and contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while fostering str...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$77K - $176K *
Champion innovative contract management solutions, guiding complex negotiations and compliance for government programs. Leverage your expertise to support the full lifecycle of contracts, ensuring str...
2 weeks ago
$77K - $176K *
Unlock your potential as a key advisor in contract management, guiding complex negotiations and ensuring compliance for government programs. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive successful outcome...
2 weeks ago
$77K - $176K *
Unlock your potential by managing critical contracts and guiding proposal strategies. Collaborate with a dynamic team to navigate complex government acquisitions, ensuring compliance and risk mitigati...
2 weeks ago
$77K - $176K *
Engage in complex contract management, leveraging negotiation skills and expertise to support government acquisition processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and mitigate risks while man...
2 weeks ago
$77K - $176K *
Champion innovative contract management solutions while supporting U.S. government programs. Leverage your expertise in federal contracts to navigate complex negotiations and ensure compliance, drivin...
2 weeks ago
$77K - $176K *
Join a team that's redefining contract management by leveraging your expertise in federal contracts, negotiations, and risk mitigation to support complex government acquisition processes and drive inn...
2 weeks ago
Project Cost Controls Advisor II
$95K - $115K *
Join us to oversee project controls and planning, ensuring project success through effective cost management and team mentorship. Your expertise will shape strategies that align with client expectatio...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Optimize procurement processes by leading a dynamic purchasing team, managing high-volume activities across multiple construction projects, and fostering supplier relationships to enhance efficiency a...
6 days ago
Legal Operations & Contracts Manager
$95K - $115K *
Optimize legal operations by managing contract workflows, NDA processes, and repository systems. Enhance visibility and efficiency within the Legal Department, enabling attorneys to focus on strategic...
3 days ago
Legal Operations & Contracts Manager
$95K - $115K *
Champion the management of our contract portfolio, enhancing visibility and efficiency in legal operations. Lead contract intake, NDA administration, and repository management to streamline processes...
3 days ago
$101K - $122K *
Join a team that's transforming the nuclear sector by performing procurement engineering analysis, supporting inventory management, and coordinating vendor activities to meet customer needs and enhanc...
Reposted 4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead and optimize the purchasing cycle for multiple construction projects, ensuring accuracy and cost-effectiveness while managing high-volume demands and supplier relationships. Drive procurement str...
6 days ago
Sr. Superintendent - Healthcare
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in complex healthcare construction projects, ensuring precision and safety in environments where patient care is paramount. Drive field operations, manage multiple trades, and uphold r...
3 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by leading mechanical and plumbing commissioning efforts, ensuring systems meet project requirements through effective coordination, testing, and client collaboration for successful p...
1 week ago
$79K - $147K *
Lead the full lifecycle of complex subcontract management, ensuring supplier performance and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet program objectives in a dynamic aerospac...
2 weeks ago
Coordinator, Operations (Contracted Services)
$89K - $112K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing municipal infrastructure through effective project coordination, contractor supervision, and compliance management for road and stormwater maintenance activit...
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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.