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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$115K - $122K *

Drive impactful change by leading complex projects to enhance quality and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to analyze processes and implement data-driven solutions while ensuring timely project deli...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare consulting by utilizing your expertise in revenue cycle operations to enhance performance, drive financial improvement, and provide strategic guidance to healthcare orga...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $315K *

Join a high-profile team overseeing SEC reporting and ESG compliance. Leverage your accounting expertise and leadership skills to enhance financial disclosures and drive sustainability initiatives acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in post-award activities, transforming proposals into actionable plans while managing EPC agreements, risks, and operational handovers for successful project delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$148K - $266K *

Accelerate progress at managing and overseeing major highway projects, ensuring quality control, budget adherence, and stakeholder communication, while leading an experienced team in the transport sec...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Transportation

$72K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing reimbursement processes through comprehensive analysis and collaboration. Utilize your expertise to identify discrepancies, enhance testing, and support strategic initiat...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $138K *

Lead the commissioning process for utility-scale solar, energy storage, and substation projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, manage schedules, and ensure compliance with contractual requirements f...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Deliver essential business systems analysis by collaborating with stakeholders, enhancing systems on the Power Platform, and maintaining insightful Power BI reports. Utilize your consulting skills to...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $138K *

Lead the charge in commissioning utility-scale solar, battery storage, and SCADA projects. Manage execution, coordinate teams, and ensure contract compliance for seamless project transitions. Drive in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$84K - $110K *

Join our team to analyze and optimize financial workflows, collaborating on transformational projects to enhance reporting structures and processes for improved efficiency and insights into financial...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $220K *

Shape the future of data at the intersection of cloud engineering and DoD security. Join a dynamic team responsible for building a secure data pipeline in AWS GovCloud, driving modernization efforts t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $100K *

Deliver results as you manage sales for a vital product line, exceeding revenue goals through strategic planning and relationship building in the Operating Room environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Champion innovative real-world evidence projects, lead strategic initiatives, and drive client satisfaction while mentoring a skilled team. Collaborate with business development partners to ensure imp...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Empower your engineering career by designing advanced protection and control systems for high voltage substations. Collaborate with a dedicated team to innovate solutions that enhance utility operatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$62K - $100K *

Drive strategic RFP management by coordinating bids and proposals, ensuring alignment across teams for timely and accurate submissions, while supporting profitability and compliance goals in a dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $215K *

Grow your career with a vital role estimating costs for complex construction projects. Lead technical evaluations and develop precise cost strategies. Contribute to infrastructure development by lever...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$76K - $136K *

Elevate your career by helping customers maximize Autodesk solutions through strategic coaching and technical advisement, ensuring successful adoption and business impact across diverse construction e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $189K *

Champion our systems by optimizing the Power Platform and providing exceptional support across complex environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance functionality, ensure compliance, and drive effic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Drive revenue growth by owning the full sales cycle, from prospecting to contract execution. Leverage a strong pipeline and strategic outreach to acquire new clients and achieve sales targets in a dyn...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $130K *

Transform project management within the federal sector by leading and delivering complex, high-impact initiatives. Drive collaboration, build strong partnerships, and champion user-centric methodologi...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Grow client success by leading GETPAID implementations, optimizing order-to-cash processes, and ensuring project success through strong relationship management and collaboration with cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing operations, and driving cost efficiency across multiple service areas to achieve organizational goals and enhance service de...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $129K *

Drive accurate revenue accounting and billing operations under IFRS 15/ASC 606. Ensure compliance, data integrity, and process improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $125K *

Provide comprehensive analysis and solution design to advance the Veteran experience in the Health Benefits Management System project, leveraging your expertise to implement effective business strateg...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving ARR growth through strategic partnerships with enterprise stakeholders, transforming complex multi-stakeholder deals into actionable business cases and ROI models that ensu...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.