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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$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

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at our data center project by managing all phases from preconstruction to closeout. Ensure safety, quality, and budget adherence while collaborating with contractors, design teams...

6 days ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Lead the recovery efforts for federal facilities by overseeing subcontractor activities, coordinating field personnel, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Your expertise will dr...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in project cost control by implementing and overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and compliance practices across diverse projects, ensuring effective financial management and reporting t...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial strategies and performance. As a Controller Consultant, you'll provide expert guidance, manage risks, and ensure compliance, driving success across...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $152K *

Shape innovative product delivery by bridging business needs and technology. Drive procurement operations, enhance processes, and ensure user-centric outcomes while collaborating with stakeholders to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Optimize construction processes by leading self-perform water/wastewater treatment projects. Ensure safety, quality, and efficiency while managing on-site activities and fostering collaboration among...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing self-perform water/wastewater treatment construction, ensuring projects are executed safely and efficiently while maintaining exceptional quality and adherence to timelin...

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

$119K - $165K *

Unlock potential by supporting engineers and project managers in validating and commissioning building systems. Collaborate on energy audits, inspections, and documentation to ensure compliance with i...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$119K - $165K *

Lead the charge in commissioning building systems, ensuring quality and compliance across projects. Collaborate with engineers and project managers to validate construction integrity and optimize oper...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $125K *

Drive operational excellence by managing comprehensive facilities contracts, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring compliance with performance standards. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the successful delivery of retrofit and renovation projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage scope, budget, and quality while minimizing operat...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead all aspects of Data Center construction projects, ensuring compliance with agreements, managing budgets, and schedules for diverse, sophisticated projects while coordinating with contractors and...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the analysis and review of budget proposals within military programs, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Serve as a key advisor on resource issues, reconciling financial data and ident...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by managing comprehensive budget oversight and execution for domestic resources. Collaborate with various offices to ensure financial accuracy and compliance while representing the...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and enhance budget processes within a federal financial division, ensuring accurate reporting and system improvements. Collaborate with activity centers to develop operating budgets and implem...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of budget management by leading financial strategies, overseeing multi-million dollar allocations, and providing expert guidance to senior leadership, ensuring compliance and fiscal i...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$107K - $161K *

Manage the full contract lifecycle for State & Local Government, ensuring compliance and alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and drive proces...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of capital projects with your expertise as a senior advisor. Lead cost and schedule assurance efforts on complex global projects while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance execu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the BIM coordination process, managing teams to ensure accurate virtual construction and documentation. Oversee model management, collaboration, and project coordination, while mentoring staff an...

2 weeks ago

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

$155K - $185K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our deal desk operations and CPQ management. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance pricing strategies while supporting Account Executives in navigating complex, techn...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of financial reporting by leveraging your technical accounting expertise. In this senior role, you'll evaluate complex transactions, enhance controls, and ensure GAAP compliance w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing national security through effective proposal management. Lead the proposal lifecycle for federal opportunities, ensuring compliance and quality while collabor...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading the proposal lifecycle for federal and defense opportunities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality in submissions, enhancing win ra...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$161K - $215K *

Champion strategic oversight in managing substantial subcontract relationships, integrating collaboration across procurement, legal, and finance to ensure compliance and improved performance within a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.