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 *

Shape enterprise contract strategy and governance, leading high-level negotiations and risk assessments. Influence decision-making while overseeing complex agreements and enhancing administrative stan...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading federal construction projects, ensuring efficiency and safety. Manage resources, coordinate teams, and drive project execution across major infrastructure initiatives while...

4 weeks ago

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

$160K - $180K *

Join our team to lead contract management processes, ensuring compliance and strategic guidance across government regulations. Collaborate with senior leadership and manage a skilled team to navigate...

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3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to support federal compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to policies and regulations. Engage with multidisciplinary teams to develop documentation, track compliance actions, a...

1 week ago

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

$151K - $214K *

Drive strategic sourcing and contract management for complex construction projects, enhancing supply chain operations and stakeholder collaboration. This senior role will shape procurement strategies...

Today

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive efficient acquisition processes and contract management while supporting NIH in project execution and compliance, ensuring optimal outcomes in a dynamic federal environment...

1 week ago

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

$102K - $121K *

Tackle subcontract management from inception to closeout, ensuring compliance and delivering unique acquisition solutions that align with project needs and support diverse technical requirements while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead complex U.S. federal healthcare services contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation. Oversee contract lifecycle, mentor junior staff, and enhance management processes to support organizat...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$221K - $365K *

Lead the charge in a dynamic role overseeing Contracts and Procurement operations, managing a budget of up to $15M, and driving strategic initiatives across diverse stakeholder groups while optimizing...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$74K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by managing compliance and payroll processes for construction projects. Ensure adherence to wage regulations, providing education and mentoring to trade partners while collaborat...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower a skilled team in high-stakes procurement, driving strategic acquisition strategies, and formulating policies while navigating complex contract negotiations and ensuring regulatory compliance...

Yesterday

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

$98K *

Pioneer a secure environment in corrections as you manage procurement processes and guide team members, ensuring compliance and successful reintegration for offenders. Join us to make a difference in...

4 days ago

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

$190K - $200K *

Build and lead a dynamic contracts management team, tackling complex projects while ensuring compliance with regulations to support strategic business goals. Employ your expertise in negotiation and r...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by overseeing procurement operations and supplier compliance, ensuring alignment with governance and project objectives. Collaborate across teams to enhance procurement processes and...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Advance our healthcare contracting process by ensuring efficient management of agreements, tracking deadlines, and collaborating with internal teams and external partners. Your role will be pivotal in...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform the future of legal support by providing expert contract drafting and negotiation, working collaboratively to navigate healthcare regulations, and delivering legal guidance to empower projec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Drive strategic procurement solutions in a dynamic team, ensuring compliance and efficiency across operations. Collaborate on cryogenic systems to meet evolving program needs while managing contracts...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead strategic procurement solutions in a dynamic team, enhancing supply chain operations and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives for cryogenic systems and propellants crucial for spaceflight...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Manage municipal and government contracts by identifying opportunities, developing proposals, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with leadership to optimize success and build strong relationships wi...

5 days ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing and negotiating complex contracts, ensuring compliance with government regulations while adeptly interfacing with customers and guiding junior staff. Excel in a dynamic wor...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring contractor success and performance. Oversee all aspects of contractual work, manage personnel and workflows, and serve as the primary liaison, ensuring complia...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive excellence by managing contractor performance, overseeing service delivery, and ensuring compliance with all operational standards. This role requires strong leadership and strategic oversight t...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead compliance and operational excellence by overseeing contractor work, ensuring adherence to standards, enhancing efficiency, and fostering effective communication with stakeholders to achieve cont...

3 weeks ago

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

$111K - $221K *

Drive innovative acquisition strategies and provide expert guidance across space systems projects, supporting national security and advanced technology initiatives for the Space Systems Command...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $210K *

Help us drive success in contract management within national security, overseeing cradle-to-grave processes, compliance, and risk management for a diverse portfolio while supporting program teams in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.