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.
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional AV installation services. Lead and mentor technicians while ensuring technical accuracy and compliance on-site, driving project execution and cli...
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Lead the charge in overseeing installation technicians, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance while coordinating project execution and mentoring staff to uphold high workmanship standards...
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Drive project success by managing construction planning, safety, and cost control while fostering an inclusive culture. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize execution from design through construc...
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Project Controller - Washington State Ferries
$93K - $125K *
Join a dynamic team as a Project Controller, ensuring timely delivery of terminal design projects. Collaborate with project managers to align schedules, budgets, and agreements, driving successful out...
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Head of Procurement - North America
$145K - $160K *
Transform procurement strategies across North America, enhancing efficiency while driving cost optimization and quality assurance. Lead a dynamic team within a collaborative environment to achieve ope...
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$98K *
Empower your career by joining a dedicated team that ensures public safety and supports inmate reentry through effective management of Trust Fund operations, including commissary, laundry, and warehou...
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$85K - $100K *
Analyze and oversee project schedules, ensuring timely updates and performance tracking. Collaborate with teams to monitor costs and resource utilization while adhering to industry standards and inter...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing our Concrete Division, ensuring safe, efficient operations while overseeing multiple projects and enhancing client satisfaction. Collaborate with team members and contribut...
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Commercial Counsel, Deal Desk - Orb
$160K - $212K *
Empower growth by providing strategic legal counsel on complex commercial agreements. Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate legal risks, drive automation, and enhance operational efficiency in a f...
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Transform supply chain operations by leading a tactical buying team to ensure product availability and optimize inventory health across multiple branches, driving efficiency and collaboration with cro...
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Project Executive - Ground Stations Construction
$146K - $210K *
Lead the charge in managing global Ground Station construction projects, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards while driving business development and overseeing multiple complex projects...
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Project Executive - Ground Stations Construction
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Champion the management of global Ground Station construction projects, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards while leading business development and overseeing multiple complex projects f...
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$108K - $118K *
Lead impactful municipal infrastructure projects, ensuring timely delivery, compliance, and collaboration with stakeholders. Drive improvements in community services while managing budgets and contrac...
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$131K - $142K *
Drive excellence in contractual management, supporting agreements with strong negotiation skills, compliance assurance, and risk mitigation, while closely collaborating across teams to meet program ob...
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$131K - $142K *
Champion contract management by drafting, negotiating, and executing agreements while ensuring compliance and mitigating risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold contractual obligation...
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$190K - $240K *
Join us to lead commercial transactions that drive our engineering and manufacturing operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to negotiate agreements, manage risks, and streamline processes...
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Project Controls and Scheduling Manager
$102K - $153K *
Transform project outcomes by managing complex schedules for large-scale water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resource planning, risk management, and del...
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Innovate with us to lead a dynamic team in managing subcontracts for government and international clients. Drive compliance, foster excellence, and enhance procurement strategies while collaborating w...
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$95K - $115K *
Champion procurement activities from project inception to warranty handover, ensuring effective supplier agreements, performance monitoring, and cross-functional collaboration to drive operational eff...
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Contract Specialist Level 1(Contracting Services)
$72K - $91K *
Support the procurement process for consulting contracts within the MTA's Capital Program. This entry-level role involves creating contract files, generating reports, and providing updates to manageme...
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Project Manager - Commercial Construction
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Join a team that's dedicated to managing commercial construction projects from estimation to closeout. Collaborate with clients and subcontractors to ensure project success while maintaining schedules...
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$91K - $136K *
Support the legal department by managing contracts, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with internal clients to interpret policies. Utilize contract management systems and maintain templates while...
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Contract Specialist Level 1(Contracting Services)
$72K - $91K *
Join a dynamic team supporting the MTA's Capital Program by facilitating the procurement of consulting contracts. This entry-level role offers a chance to contribute to significant projects while deve...
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Senior Provider Contract Negotiator
$88K - $110K *
Grow your career with a pivotal role in negotiating and managing provider contracts, enhancing network performance, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while mentoring junior staff and d...
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Engage in complex legal matters as an Attorney Advisor, providing expert counsel on federal employment law, procurement, and ethics. Collaborate with OIG teams and external agencies to ensure complian...
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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.