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.
$90K - $110K *
Optimize project outcomes by leading a dynamic team, managing budgets, and solving engineering challenges in construction. Drive excellence in project management while mentoring talent across diverse...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Optimize acquisition processes by bridging program offices and contracting teams. Leverage federal acquisition expertise to develop procurement packages, ensuring compliance and efficiency while enhan...
2 weeks ago
Operations Coordinator - Procurement, Records Management, and Matter Logistics
$75K - $118K *
Support operational initiatives by coordinating procurement, records management, and logistics. Ensure efficient execution of projects and vendor engagements while maintaining high standards of organi...
5 days ago
$125K - $150K *
Transform large-scale Data Center projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring safety, cost efficiency, and timely delivery while maintaining accountability for overall project performance and...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Drive excellence in healthcare project deliveries by ensuring all building systems meet regulatory and operational standards, from design through occupancy, while collaborating with diverse project te...
Reposted 6 days ago
Purchasing Agent-IT Contract Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Drive strategic IT procurement initiatives, optimizing vendor relationships and contracts to ensure best pricing and compliance while supporting company operations through effective sourcing and negot...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
(Cx) (ORPM) Commissioning Owner's Rep Project Manager
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in quality assurance and commissioning oversight for large-scale data center construction projects, ensuring alignment with program requirements and operational readiness from pre-cons...
2 days ago
$105K - $135K *
Join a team that's dedicated to leading mechanical trades management, overseeing estimating and preconstruction efforts while ensuring project deliverables and resource coordination for successful out...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Champion healthcare project success by ensuring building systems meet design, performance, and regulatory standards through expert commissioning from conception to completion...
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$103K - $181K *
Optimize document control processes by leading the Information Branch, ensuring accurate and accessible records management for a major industrial program while coordinating with various stakeholders a...
3 days ago
$103K - $181K *
Empower project success by managing submittals and RFIs, supporting construction teams, and ensuring effective communication. Collaborate onsite to maintain project documentation and facilitate smooth...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $225K *
Champion project success by managing scope, budget, and quality while leading a dedicated team through all phases of project execution. Drive profitability and ensure adherence to project requirements...
3 days ago
$125K - $225K *
Oversee project execution by managing scope, budget, and quality while leading a dedicated team through all phases of the project lifecycle to ensure successful delivery and profitability...
3 days ago
$125K - $225K *
Engage in complex federal construction projects, overseeing planning, execution, and closeout phases. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success while managing scope, budget, and quality...
5 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead heavy highway and bridge projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Collaborate with engineers and supervisors to coordinate activities, manage resources, and resolve issues, drivin...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Champion the execution of heavy highway and bridge projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Lead a skilled team, coordinating efforts across phases while liaising with stakeholders and...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Advance your career by leading heavy highway and bridge projects, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence. Oversee a skilled team, coordinate with stakeholders, and drive project success in a...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by leading diverse industrial construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while managing a skilled team. Drive project success through effective communicat...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Deliver comprehensive project management for heavy highway and bridge construction, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence while leading a team of engineers and supervisors to achieve project...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Transform enterprise contracting operations by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing governance, and fostering collaboration across departments to streamline processes and improve compliance and pe...
1 week ago
$100K - $150K *
Unlock potential by translating complex business needs into precise HRP configurations. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and enhance operational efficiency while driving continuous...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering federal construction projects efficiently. Oversee project phases from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring compliance with federal standards while fosterin...
3 days ago
$100K - $140K *
Transform your career by managing cost engineering for major construction projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy in budgeting, reporting, and change orders while driving project success t...
1 week ago
$100K - $140K *
Analyze project costs and estimates to ensure accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with teams to develop scopes of work, manage budgets, and support change order negotiations on large-scale constructi...
1 week ago
Senior Specialist (Business Contracts), Contract Management
$102K - $119K *
Join our team to support MSA Engineering and Design contract compliance, ensuring effective delivery of electric capital projects. Collaborate with contractors and stakeholders to enhance performance...
5 days ago
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.