Welcome to Contract Specialist Jobs

Find out what it takes to succeed as a contract specialist by exploring job requirements, preferred qualifications, potential employers, and more. Contracts specialists are highly sought-after professionals in numerous industries, including federal government, healthcare, and technology.

Job Requirements

Contract specialists typically require a bachelor's degree in business or a related field and experience with contract negotiation and management. Understanding of contract law and regulatory requirements is a must.

Career Path and Progression

With experience, contract specialists can advance to positions like contract manager, director of contracts, or even vice president of contracts, managing larger contract portfolios and teams.

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$88K - $105K *

Join a team that supports SOF missions by directing acquisition activities, ensuring effective contract management, and enhancing operational software delivery, while guiding innovative procurement st...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing customer contracts, tracking renewals, and facilitating growth opportunities. Lead all client communications while executing contract amendments with precision...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $100K *

Manage contracts effectively by negotiating, administering, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Collaborate across teams to optimize contract performance while making informed, impactful dec...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $185K *

Join a team that's pivotal in advancing our government contract efforts. You'll manage, negotiate, and streamline contract processes, collaborating across departments to ensure compliance and meet cus...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$155K - $185K *

Join a team dedicated to streamlining government contracts. You'll be the key player in contract negotiation and compliance, balancing business goals with customer needs to drive successful sales outc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$155K - $185K *

Join a team that's committed to optimizing contract management for state and local government sales. Your expertise will drive compliance and negotiation, ensuring contracts are handled efficiently wh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $150K *

Manage comprehensive contract lifecycle from negotiation to closeout, ensuring precision and accountability. Foster clear communication between internal teams and clients, while supporting project man...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $110K *

Transform the contract lifecycle process by drafting, negotiating, and administering agreements. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and clarity in all contractual engagements, while su...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Discover a dynamic role overseeing contract administration while supporting business growth. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, manage negotiations, and drive effective proposal strategies i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $130K *

Oversee the full lifecycle of federal contracts, ensuring compliance and effective management of agreements while advising program managers on contractual terms, risks, and regulatory requirements...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $102K *

Play a key role in managing complex contracts and proposals, ensuring compliance, and supporting collaboration across teams to uphold the Laboratory's mission. This role offers growth in federal contr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead complex acquisitions that shape vital projects for energy infrastructure. Collaborate with diverse teams to negotiate high-value contracts, oversee performance management, and drive innovative pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $140K *

Manage contract administration and proposal development in aerospace defense programs. Ensure federal compliance, streamline execution, and cultivate relationships with stakeholders to support financi...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $140K *

Manage comprehensive contract administration and proposal development across aerospace and defense programs, ensuring compliance and strategic oversight while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Champion the acquisition process by providing expert support in contract negotiations, market research, and planning. Collaborate effectively with program teams and ensure compliance with federal regu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Deliver expert contracting solutions and support complex acquisition tasks, from planning to execution, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while fostering industry engagement and innovative...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as a Contracts Administrator to oversee compliance, manage change orders, and ensure contract adherence in major construction projects while enhancing process efficiency and traini...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$83K - $125K *

Support contract compliance, drafting, and negotiations while managing stakeholder relationships to enhance supplier performance and minimize risks across jurisdictions in a dynamic environment. Join...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Empower grants administration excellence by overseeing the lifecycle of federal assistance awards, ensuring compliance with regulations while leading a dedicated team towards efficient operations and...

2 weeks ago

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

$115K *

Lead contract management initiatives, ensuring compliance with policies while negotiating and drafting agreements to protect the company’s interests. Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve commercia...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$162K - $204K *

Drive mission success by delivering expert contractual strategy and execution. Lead cross-functional teams in managing complex, high-stakes contracts, ensuring alignment with institutional goals while...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $135K *

Lead the management of federal contracts, ensuring compliance and minimizing risks while collaborating with executive leadership to support strategic growth. Bring your expertise in contract lifecycle...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $140K *

Unlock efficiency in procurement and contracting by collaborating across engineering, finance, and operations. You'll streamline supplier engagement, negotiation, and compliance, ensuring successful p...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $140K *

Champion efficient procurement and contracting across diverse teams, ensuring compliance while engaging suppliers. Drive strategic sourcing and contract management to support company goals in a dynami...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $135K *

Optimize contract management by leading the full lifecycle of federal contracts, ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and supporting strategic growth within a collaborative environment focused on co...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a contract specialist do?question toggle

    A contract specialist drafts, evaluates, negotiates, and executes contracts. They ensure that contracts adhere to laws and regulations and protect a company's legal and financial interests.

  • What industries employ contract specialists?question toggle

    Almost every industry requires contract specialists. Popular industries include government, healthcare, technology, and military defense.

  • How much can a contract specialist earn?question toggle

    At Ladders, we host contract specialist jobs paying $100k and above. However, the salary may vary depending on location, industry, and level of experience.

  • What skills are required for a contract specialist job?question toggle

    Some key skills include negotiation, attention to detail, understanding of contract laws, excellent communication, and problem-solving abilities.