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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$100K - $110K *

Unlock potential by driving new business development within the US market. Engage, consult, and close high-value deals in the immigration and workforce mobility sectors while collaborating cross-funct...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $166K *

Lead impactful Medicaid regulatory projects remotely, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing operational workflows for large healthcare organizations, while collaborating with cross-functional te...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $105K *

Deliver robust testing solutions by collaborating with developers and users. Drive quality assurance in health IT systems, creating effective test plans and monitoring performance for continual improv...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $114K *

Join a dynamic team where you will manage aerial permitting tasks, ensuring compliance and securing legal rights for facility placement to support construction projects. Engage with diverse stakeholde...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Deliver innovative solutions by implementing and optimizing EPIC EHR systems, ensuring effective collaboration with clinical teams to enhance operational workflows and resolve issues in a dynamic heal...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $144K *

Champion project excellence by managing power solutions from RFP to closeout. Leverage communication and technical skills to ensure project objectives are met, driving safety, quality, and innovation...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$157K - $175K *

Partner with us to shape bold commercial strategies that elevate complex deal execution and drive growth across strategic accounts, fostering cross-functional collaboration and customer-centric soluti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Join a dynamic BizOps team to design automation-driven workflows that enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Utilize AI tools and collaborate cross-functionally to tackle complex ch...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $222K *

Drive structural engineering excellence by leading a talented team, guiding complex projects in nuclear facility design and analysis, and collaborating with clients to innovate sustainable energy solu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$146K - $234K *

Partner with us to drive growth in the Federal Health sector by identifying and developing business opportunities with key government agencies. Leverage your expertise and relationships to enhance our...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$285K - $480K *

Elevate the company’s regulatory strategy by leading government affairs efforts, building strong relationships with regulators, and advocating for key business priorities through effective communicati...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Optimize data management processes by leading cross-functional teams globally, ensuring timely data delivery, quality compliance, and effective stakeholder collaboration while mentoring peers in the c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $137K *

Empower operations by ensuring data integrity for market systems. Partner to verify service reservations and regulatory compliance while providing analytical insights to enhance stakeholder engagement...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive global indirect sourcing strategies for packaging, collaborating with stakeholders to optimize value. Manage supplier relationships, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in procurement...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Analyze and resolve complex Construction Defect claims, ensuring compliance with standards while guiding junior staff. Collaborate across teams to negotiate settlements and prepare reports on claims s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$103K - $173K *

Join a team that's committed to project success, managing complex service operations and customer interfaces. Drive efficiency and deliver results while overseeing safety, quality, and cost in a dynam...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$52K - $117K *

Shape the future of patient support by managing operations as a Virtual Assistant, enabling clinicians to focus on care. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to improving lives through compassionate a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate product success by collaborating with teams to define, develop, and enhance software solutions, ensuring alignment with stakeholder needs and market demands throughout the product lifecycle...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $126K *

Empower success by leading validation activities for regulated computerized systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, quality assurance, and risk-based me...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that empowers legal excellence in civil litigation and personal injury. Collaborate on case strategies and advocacy efforts, ensuring impactful results for clients in a dynamic hybrid work...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Help us bridge construction and virtual design as a leader in plumbing integration. Drive quality and efficiency through accurate models, ensuring compliance with plumbing codes and installation best...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic client relationships and lead interactive marketing initiatives. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful solutions, manage budgets, and ensure client satisfaction while fostering b...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $145K *

Shape the future of tribal nations by leading audit processes, ensuring financial integrity, and nurturing client relationships. Drive team performance and provide insights that make a meaningful diff...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Empower industrial operations by securing and optimizing IT/OT networks. Leverage your cybersecurity expertise to design robust infrastructures, ensuring reliability and safety for critical systems ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$113K - $187K *

Drive transformative AI-driven solutions in a dynamic sales role, blending strategic insight with technical expertise to cultivate executive relationships and deliver exceptional results in Finance, P...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   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.