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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$90K - $120K *

Advance your career by managing project schedules and estimates for complex construction projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budgets while collaborating with diverse teams and mentor...

5 days ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading project controls effectiveness by managing schedules and estimating for complex projects. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure timely completion and cost efficiency whil...

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5 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Transform the future of federal construction management by leading renovation and MEP upgrade projects. Oversee compliance, budgets, schedules, and safety standards while coordinating with diverse sta...

1 month ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's pivotal in executing procurement strategies and managing complex acquisition portfolios. Leverage your expertise to guide contract negotiations and documentation, while collaboratin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining provider partnerships through strategic contracting, negotiation, and collaborative problem-solving in a dynamic managed care environment. Drive quality outcomes and affo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Lead contract negotiations and build provider relationships to enhance care quality and affordability. Collaborate with teams to optimize network performance and support strategic initiatives in a dyn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Drive procurement and contract administration processes to enhance commercial transactions and operational efficiency, ensuring compliance and fostering collaboration across teams to effectively captu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Transform provider partnerships by leading contract negotiations and driving affordability. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance care quality and execute strategic initiatives that ensure a compe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $200K *

Grow your career with a leading advisory practice, driving AI-enabled procurement transformations and strategizing with senior executives to create impactful solutions and develop high-performing team...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $200K *

Join us to lead transformative procurement strategies that enhance value and agility. Utilize AI-driven insights to optimize decision-making while mentoring high-performing teams committed to innovati...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $200K *

Elevate procurement strategies as you lead AI-enabled transformations, delivering impactful solutions that merge analytics and executive insights across client engagements, while mentoring teams and c...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $200K *

Shape procurement transformation outcomes by leveraging AI and advanced analytics. Lead strategic engagements, advise on sourcing and category management, and mentor teams to drive measurable value an...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $200K *

Elevate your career by leading AI-enabled procurement transformations for clients. This role merges procurement expertise with consulting, driving strategies that optimize decision-making and value th...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading AI-enabled procurement transformations that drive strategic value. Collaborate with senior executives, shape impactful solutions, and mentor teams in a dynamic consulting e...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Elevate your career by providing analytical support to optimize care costs, improve quality, and enhance provider satisfaction. Collaborate on strategic initiatives while leveraging your expertise in...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Strategize with cross-functional teams to manage sourcing initiatives, refine contracts, and ensure efficient supplier relations while driving cost, quality, and service value across projects and cont...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$96K - $145K *

Shape subcontract management excellence by leading a team in complex negotiations, fostering internal collaborations, and ensuring compliance to meet strategic business objectives and optimize perform...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $145K *

Manage subcontract operations, leading a team in strategic sourcing, negotiation, and compliance to optimize performance while building relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Drive sol...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K *

Unlock potential by providing expert procurement planning support. Collaborate with government managers, manage documentation, and ensure compliance while advising on best practices for efficient acqu...

6 days ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing contract management quality. Oversee workflows, lead staff productivity initiatives, and resolve complex issues while ensuring compliance and customer satisfa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $120K *

Shape the future of contract management by guiding projects from offer to completion. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify risks and streamline processes while ensuring compliance and positive c...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading Europe Indirect Procurement strategy, managing $400M spend across multiple countries. Drive value creation through strategic leadership, collaboration with senior stakeh...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Drive the execution of EPCM projects by leading a team of contract administrators, ensuring effective management of construction contracts from post-award to closeout, while promoting timely project d...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $127K *

Elevate supplier performance by monitoring metrics, fostering relationships, and driving continuous improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality, service, and value within...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Optimize project success by managing site contract administration teams, ensuring efficient oversight of construction and service contracts from post-award to closure, driving on-time, on-budget outco...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.