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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$77K - $136K *

Deliver impactful contract management solutions while collaborating across functions to drive compliance, resolve issues, and enhance relationships. Leverage your expertise to navigate complex proposa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $105K *

Discover innovative strategies to manage construction contracts, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to oversee project administration, monitor progress, and enha...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 month ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Innovate contract management practices for national high-impact initiatives, ensuring effective execution and performance. Lead complex projects, manage contractor relationships, and identify opportun...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in overseeing contract performance and workforce execution, ensuring quality, risk management, and effective coordination with Government representatives. Serve as the primary contact...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $190K *

Advance your career by providing strategic legal advice on complex commercial agreements. Collaborate across departments to manage risks and optimize processes in a hybrid work environment, ensuring c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $190K *

Empower organizational success through strategic legal counsel on complex commercial contracts. Collaborate across departments to mitigate risks and optimize processes, while providing premier support...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $190K *

Manage complex commercial agreements by providing expert legal guidance and risk assessments. Collaborate with diverse functions to ensure compliance and optimize processes while supporting business g...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $190K *

Transform your career by leading complex commercial agreements and providing critical legal guidance across various business sectors, ensuring compliance and risk management in a collaborative environ...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $150K *

Shape the future of contract management by driving advanced CLM capabilities, collaborating cross-functionally to optimize processes, increase automation, and ensure regulatory compliance within the q...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to navigating complex contracts and executing projects from start to finish. Partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal contract compliance, operati...

Sudbury, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in legal systems and contracts management. As an integral part of a growing legal team, you'll oversee contract workflows, negotiate agreements, and streamline pr...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of federal construction projects. As a key contributor, you'll oversee tactical infrastructure developments that enhance national security, ensuring adherence to bu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Elevate project outcomes by driving commercial leadership and strategy on high-value construction endeavors. Collaborate with project teams to enhance financial integrity and risk management, ensuring...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as Deputy General Counsel, focusing on M&A and procurement agreements. Leverage your expertise to support corporate transactions, drive legal strategies, and ensure compliance, fos...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $110K *

Transform procurement processes by leading supplier negotiations, managing vendor performance, and developing strategies for cost efficiency in a fast-paced environment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of large-scale mining construction by ensuring contractual compliance and optimizing project performance. Collaborate directly with teams to enhance risk management and drive successf...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $125K *

Drive the execution of interagency reimbursable agreements, collaborating on funding, performance, and documentation to ensure timely administration and impactful results for SATCOM capabilities in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$85K - $95K *

Manage subcontractor relationships, ensuring compliance, performance standards, and operational goals while serving as a liaison between leadership and partners for project delivery excellence...

2 weeks ago

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

$93K - $140K *

Take ownership of procurement strategies to optimize indirect service categories. Drive cost efficiency, supplier performance, and collaboration while supporting operational excellence across diverse...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K - $138K *

Pioneer financial management and compliance efforts for cloud programs. In this role, you will ensure seamless reconciliation and reporting, drive contract funding compliance, and leverage advanced da...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $232K *

Accelerate progress at innovative legal solutions by streamlining processes, enhancing service delivery, and driving value. Lead your team to success while tackling challenges and maintaining high pro...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Lead innovative legal solutions within tax practices, enhancing client service through technology, process improvement, and team motivation. Drive value while managing projects, conflicts, and complia...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $180K *

Lead impactful commercial strategies on large-scale, regulated infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and profitability while fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams. Navigate comp...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $180K *

Shape commercial strategy for large-scale projects, manage complex contracts and claims, and lead a team to protect value while ensuring compliance in a regulated environment. Your influence will driv...

Chalk River, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $180K *

Shape the future of major infrastructure projects by leading commercial strategies and managing complex contracts. Drive profitability while ensuring compliance and fostering collaboration among diver...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

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.