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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$110K - $130K *

Lead complex IT programs while ensuring operational excellence and effective communication with government stakeholders. Foster a high-performance team environment and oversee task order execution wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$97K *

Launch innovative engineering projects by developing plans and specifications. Collaborate with teams and coordinate efforts with consultants while ensuring quality control and compliance in key trans...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$148K - $175K *

Join a leading firm as a compliance expert, delivering research and insights on regulatory challenges while advising executives. Engage with clients to optimize compliance functions, leveraging analyt...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Drive customer success by onboarding IoT device users, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and providing expert training to enhance platform utilization. Collaborate with teams to resolve escalated p...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $104K *

Join our team as we shape the future of digital optimization through A/B testing and innovative marketing solutions. Your expertise will ensure seamless technical integration and maintain top site per...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$70K - $95K *

Drive innovation in green building by leading renewable energy projects that optimize mechanical systems for efficiency and sustainability, while ensuring compliance with evolving energy codes through...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving financial leadership in a high-growth AI healthcare industry. You'll manage payroll, compliance, and reporting, setting strategic direction while partnering with cross-funct...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $125K *

Partner with us to provide critical financial analysis and technical writing support to enhance the Military Health System. Collaborate on policy research, data consolidation, and deliver concise repo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by driving growth initiatives in clinical research. Lead relationship development and revenue generation across diverse trial service lines while managing the entire sales lifecycl...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive financial excellence by leading the finance function, optimizing cash flow, supporting profitability, and developing strategies to foster sustainable growth in a dynamic, scaling environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion trade expansion through strategic planning, market penetration, and relationship building. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive profitability while managing key support roles. Ens...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Seeking a skilled Project Manager to manage retail telecom projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives through effective communication with architects...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing complex retail construction projects from plan to closeout. Collaborate with architects and contractors, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards while m...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

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

$103K - $137K *

Unlock your potential by managing strategic projects that enhance operational efficiency and drive customer success across functions, balancing multiple high-priority initiatives while ensuring timely...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $143K *

Join a dedicated financial team, driving critical analysis and planning to enhance strategic operations for defense initiatives while ensuring effective resource management and compliance across all p...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $170K *

Innovate channel sales strategies to expand partner networks, drive revenue growth, and maximize impact in the cybersecurity space through collaborative go-to-market initiatives and successful relatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K *

Transform your career by leading critical infrastructure and operations initiatives. Oversee enterprise technology projects, mentor project managers, and align strategies with organizational goals to...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading sales initiatives within the Construction vertical. Drive growth by leveraging your industry expertise and consultative approach to achieve targets and build lasting c...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Engage as a strategic leader to drive business growth in Canada, managing P&L, developing long-term strategies, and enhancing operational excellence while fostering strong relationships within the hea...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $127K *

Advance your career by managing pharmacy contracts, leading negotiations, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance value and minimize risks within a strategic contracting framework for pharmacy...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$167K - $278K *

Elevate your career by shaping AI governance and compliance frameworks that ensure responsible AI deployment while driving measurable business impact in clinical research. Lead a team committed to tra...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in creating and scaling a robust engineering services unit, defining strategic direction, optimizing resources, and expanding market presence through innovation and comprehensive talen...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $160K *

Champion technical sales strategies while guiding startup and midmarket clients through complex cloud solutions. Utilize your expertise to build relationships and address customer challenges in an inn...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving the future of technology transition for the Department of the Navy, enhancing commercialization success and providing expert recommendations to leadership for improved progr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Innovate scalable data architecture solutions, partnering across teams to implement data governance, integration patterns, and entity relationships, ensuring analytics readiness and data quality for y...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.