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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.

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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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Procurement Specialist

$96K - $128K *

Champion procurement excellence by managing vendor relationships, creating bid packages, and ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate with project teams to streamline purchasing processes and r...

Tempe, AZ (Maricopa County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Principal Document Controller

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer effective document control practices in large-scale projects, ensuring governance of critical information across various engineering and construction teams. Lead workflows, mentor staff, and u...

College Station, TX (Brazos County)In-Person

Reposted 4 days ago

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

Architectural Project and Cost Coordinator

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate to shape the future of healthcare imaging facilities through architectural expertise and financial coordination. This role bridges design and project management, ensuring budget alignment...

Cranberry, PA (Venango County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Architectural Project and Cost Coordinator

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project execution by merging architectural insight with cost management. In this dual-role, you'll ensure healthcare imaging projects thrive through strategic planning, collaboration, and fina...

Pittsburgh, PA (Allegheny County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Architectural Project and Cost Coordinator

$80K - $95K *

Engineer transformative healthcare facilities by blending architectural design with project cost management. Collaborate with teams to review designs, manage budgets, and ensure financial alignment ac...

Cranberry Township, PA (Butler County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Cost Control Specialist

$164K - $188K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing project costs and financial reporting for public infrastructure initiatives. This role involves tracking budgets, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with v...

Alhambra, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person

1 week ago

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

Construction Manager II

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality infrastructure projects by overseeing construction activities, ensuring compliance, and fostering strong relationships with clients and stakeholders througho...

Denver, CO (Denver County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Construction Manager II

$93K - $120K *

Lead the delivery of high-quality infrastructure projects by overseeing construction activities, ensuring compliance, and fostering relationships with clients and stakeholders. Utilize your technical...

Colorado Springs, CO (El Paso County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Construction Manager II

$93K - $120K *

Play a key role in delivering high-quality infrastructure projects by overseeing construction activities, ensuring compliance, and fostering relationships with clients and stakeholders for successful...

Loveland, CO (Larimer County)In-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Executive Director Financial Operations

$151K - $220K *

Lead the charge in financial operations for a major healthcare organization, ensuring compliance and effective management of financial systems. Collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance decision-ma...

Nashville, TN (Davidson County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Executive Director Financial Operations

$151K - $220K *

Shape the future of financial management within the Veterans Health Administration by leading compliance, audit coordination, and cost accounting initiatives. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensu...

Ridgeland, MS (Madison County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Executive Director Financial Operations

$151K - $220K *

Elevate financial operations by providing strategic oversight and compliance for the Department of Veterans Affairs, ensuring effective management of accounting, audit coordination, and policy impleme...

Durham, NC (Durham County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Executive Director Financial Operations

$151K - $220K *

Elevate financial operations within a key government department, ensuring compliance and effective management. Collaborate with senior officials to enhance accounting practices and drive data-driven d...

Duluth, GA (Gwinnett County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Executive Director Financial Operations

$151K - $220K *

Lead financial operations for the Veterans Health Administration, ensuring compliance and effective management across enterprise organizations. Drive audit coordination, policy implementation, and dat...

Bedford, MA (Middlesex County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Executive Director Financial Operations

$151K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial operations within the Veterans Health Administration. You'll provide strategic oversight on financial management, ensuring compliance and effective...

Minneapolis, MN (Hennepin County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Executive Director Financial Operations

$151K - $220K *

Lead the charge in optimizing financial operations within the Veterans Health Administration, ensuring compliance and effective management across enterprise organizations. Collaborate with key officia...

Saint Petersburg, FL (Pinellas County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Executive Director Financial Operations

$151K - $220K *

Transform financial operations within a key government department, ensuring compliance and effective management. Collaborate with senior officials to enhance financial systems and support the mission...

Bronx, NY (Bronx County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

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Executive Director Financial Operations

$151K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial operations within the Veterans Health Administration. You'll oversee compliance, audit coordination, and financial policy implementation, ensuring e...

Vancouver, WA (Clark County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Executive Director Financial Operations

$151K - $220K *

Elevate financial operations within a key government department, ensuring compliance and effective management. Collaborate with senior officials to enhance accounting practices and drive data-driven d...

Washington, DC (District Of Columbia County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Executive Director Financial Operations

$151K - $220K *

Advance financial operations by providing strategic guidance and oversight to ensure compliance and efficiency in accounting practices across the Veterans Health Administration, supporting the mission...

Vallejo, CA (Solano County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Executive Director Financial Operations

$151K - $220K *

Champion effective financial management across the Veterans Health Administration, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and enhancing decision-making through reliable data integration and audi...

Hines, IL (Cook County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Executive Director Financial Operations

$151K - $220K *

Lead the charge in ensuring effective financial management across the Veterans Health Administration, overseeing compliance, audit coordination, and cost accounting to support the mission of the Depar...

Mesa, AZ (Maricopa County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Executive Director Financial Operations

$151K - $220K *

Champion effective financial management by advising key officials on compliance, audit coordination, and cost accounting within the Veterans Health Administration, ensuring standardized practices acro...

Mason, OH (Warren County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Executive Director Financial Operations

$151K - $220K *

Champion effective financial management across the Veterans Health Administration, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and enhancing decision-making through reliable data integration and audi...

Arlington, TX (Tarrant County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Executive Director Financial Operations

$151K - $220K *

Elevate financial operations by advising key officials on compliance, audit coordination, and cost management. Ensure effective financial practices across the Veterans Health Administration to support...

Golden, CO (Jefferson County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation
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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.