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 *

Join us to manage cradle-to-grave contract activities, ensuring compliance and efficiency in USAID's acquisition lifecycle. Collaborate with various stakeholders while supporting modifications, closeo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $145K *

Drive contract administration and proposal support for government programs, collaborating with experienced teams to ensure compliance and successful negotiations. Engage with stakeholders to manage co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $181K *

Elevate your career by managing contracts for utility-scale renewable projects. Collaborate with teams to develop strategies, negotiate terms, and resolve claims, ensuring successful project execution...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $181K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing contract strategies for utility-scale renewable projects, ensuring effective negotiation, claims management, and collaboration across teams to drive successf...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $181K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing contract strategies for utility-scale renewable projects, ensuring effective negotiation, claims management, and collaboration across teams to drive project...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $181K *

Champion the development and execution of contract strategies for utility-scale renewable projects, ensuring effective negotiation, claims management, and collaboration across teams to drive project s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $181K *

Support the successful execution of utility-scale renewable projects by managing contract strategies, negotiations, and claims. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and efficiency throughout th...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$71K - $125K *

Elevate community support by managing vital contracts in mental health services. Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to ensure compliance and efficiency, driving impactful outcomes for individua...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by coordinating contract compliance and financial oversight for government projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulations, manage billing, and mi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Empower a high-performing contract management team by establishing strategies and processes for effective contract lifecycle management, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while supporting operat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$107K - $204K *

Lead the charge in managing the full lifecycle of contracts, ensuring compliance and successful execution while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to mitigate risks and support orga...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $115K *

Optimize contract management processes by reviewing, negotiating, and ensuring compliance with regulations while collaborating across teams for effective solutions and timely delivery of contract obli...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $155K *

Manage and optimize the contracting process across departments, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to draft, negotiate, and administer agreements while enhancing workflo...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $115K *

Empower project success by ensuring contract and financial compliance across government projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and streamline processes, enabling focused p...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$67K - $123K *

Partner with us to ensure contract and financial compliance for government projects. This role coordinates across teams, supports project delivery, and mitigates risks, enabling successful project exe...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$67K - $123K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role ensuring contract and financial compliance for government projects. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks and support project delivery, while maintaining acc...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$74K - $107K *

Lead the charge in ensuring contract and financial compliance for government projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and support project delivery while maintaining accurate...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $115K *

Shape the future of project delivery by ensuring contract and financial compliance across government projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and streamline processes, enabl...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$74K - $107K *

Support the successful delivery of government projects by ensuring contract and financial compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage contract requirements, reduce risks, and maintai...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$67K - $123K *

Drive compliance and financial integrity for government projects by coordinating contract requirements and documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and ensure successfu...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$67K - $123K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring contract and financial compliance for government projects. This role coordinates across functions to support project delivery, mitigate risks, and maintain acc...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$67K - $123K *

Shape the future of public projects by ensuring contract and financial compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and support project delivery, while maintaining accurate do...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$67K - $123K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure contract and financial compliance for government projects. Collaborate across functions to support project delivery, mitigate risks, and maintain accurate documentation...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$67K - $123K *

Lead the charge in ensuring contract and financial compliance for government projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and streamline processes, enabling successful project d...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$74K - $107K *

Unlock potential by ensuring contract and financial compliance for government projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project delivery, mitigate risks, and maintain accurate docum...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.