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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$122K - $179K *

Elevate project success by leading controls management, ensuring accurate cost, schedule, and performance metrics. Collaborate with teams to drive compliance, risk evaluation, and effective reporting...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to coordinate MEP systems across diverse projects, ensuring quality and compliance while driving collaboration among stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain schedules throughou...

3 days ago

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

$86K - $198K *

Lead the charge in analyzing and supporting critical acquisitions for national security. Utilize your expertise to guide projects, ensuring reliable communication solutions while managing the acquisit...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion preconstruction activities for Federal projects, overseeing budgeting, scheduling, and subcontractor management. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and deliver detailed estimates whi...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of Federal projects by leading preconstruction activities, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive cost-effective solutions and collaborate with stakeholders t...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Support the Construction Group by generating reports, monitoring compliance, and providing solutions. Utilize ATLIS, Primavera P6, and Power BI to enhance resource management and cost control, ensurin...

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

$80K - $95K *

Reimagine project leadership as you guide daily operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality on-site. Collaborate with teams to foster growth and integrity while driving successful project out...

1 week ago

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

$238K - $280K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex modular data center construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while collaborating with diverse teams across the org...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion financial excellence by leading a dynamic team, ensuring compliance, and delivering strategic insights to clients. Drive operational efficiency and foster a collaborative environment while ma...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the contractor segment by expanding the TrexPro network. You'll lead training, identify opportunities, and manage resources to ensure success and optimize program...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on expanding contractor networks by driving growth, enhancing sales training, and optimizing strategic initiatives. Your leadership will empower teams to excel and foster st...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Elevate your career by driving growth within the contractor segment. Lead training initiatives, identify opportunities, and optimize the TrexPro network while collaborating with sales teams to enhance...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $151K *

Unlock potential by managing subcontract administration for multi-domain combat solutions, ensuring compliance with procurement policies, and fostering supplier relationships to achieve strategic obje...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee project administration and correspondence management, ensuring effective communication and compliance. Support project policies and enhance documentation workflows to dr...

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2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in construction administration for healthcare projects, ensuring design intent is upheld from documentation to completion. Collaborate with contractors and internal teams to deliver su...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in transportation engineering by managing complex roadway projects. Utilize your expertise to guide teams, ensure quality, and foster client relationships while enhancing community inf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving efficiency in procurement and corporate governance. In this hybrid role, you'll manage vendor agreements, support SaaS sales, and ensure compliance, collaborating across dep...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing operations and project coordination. Oversee scheduling, equipment management, and personnel assignments to ensure seamless execution and customer satisfacti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$66K - $145K *

Join our team to manage enterprise-wide procurement contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while driving strategic initiatives and supplier integration efforts. Collaborate with leadership...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $145K *

Engage in strategic contract management, leading negotiations and drafting agreements for diverse non-merchandise goods and services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive compliance, suppo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $145K *

Empower enterprise growth by leading contract negotiations and managing procurement processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive strategic initiatives while mentor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Engage with clients to build lasting relationships while managing projects from estimation to execution. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and profitability, leveraging your communication and p...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K *

Champion the commissioning of mechanical systems in high-performance data centers, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Lead installation, testing, and startup processes while collab...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive the management of construction and commissioning projects for wastewater treatment facilities, ensuring timely delivery, quality assurance, and owner satisfaction while optimizing project contro...

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

$80K - $95K *

Oversee and elevate the construction of wastewater treatment projects, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and owner satisfaction. You'll lead teams from initiation to commissioning while optimizing p...

1 month ago

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

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.