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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$166K - $214K *

Join an innovative team shaping the future of contractor payments across borders. Drive product vision from ideation to execution while navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Collaborate with cross...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading subcontract management strategies, ensuring compliance, and driving performance from solicitation through closeout in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise to...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in strategic acquisition consulting, leveraging expertise in federal contracting to support program managers, define contract requirements, and navigate complex procurement processes w...

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Champion strategic acquisition planning and contract consulting, leveraging your expertise to drive government contracting initiatives, providing innovative solutions, and ensuring optimal contract ex...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $177K *

Lead and manage a contracts team to ensure successful negotiation and administration of complex military contracts, aligning strategies and compliance for long-term business success and customer satis...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform provider partnerships through strategic negotiations and data-driven initiatives, enhancing healthcare affordability and quality in Western PA and WV. Collaborate with diverse teams to achie...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Lead strategic provider negotiations to enhance healthcare partnerships and improve service affordability. Drive collaborative initiatives that optimize local market strategies and promote quality car...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead contract negotiations and strengthen provider relationships. Your expertise will help shape affordable, high-quality care while driving collaboration across teams in a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Shape provider partnerships and enhance care quality by leading negotiations and strategies in a hybrid role. Drive affordability and better outcomes while collaborating with diverse teams to support...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead negotiations and build partnerships to enhance provider networks in Western PA and WV. Drive strategies for improved care and affordability while collaborating with cross-functional teams for opt...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $112K *

Champion the full contract life cycle with the U.S. Department of War. Lead a team of contracting professionals, ensuring compliance, managing proposals, and resolving issues while establishing strong...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by managing high-stakes contracts for utility-scale energy projects. Collaborate across teams to negotiate terms that shape renewable energy solutions while ensuring compliance...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $225K *

Drive the success of major construction projects by coordinating teams, managing schedules, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance project delivery for mission-critical faci...

2 weeks ago

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

$94K - $109K *

Advance the efficiency of global contracting processes by managing the pre-signature workflow, enhancing collaboration across departments, and supporting technological innovation to drive operational...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $85K *

Manage procure-to-pay processes and ensure timely vendor payments while supporting month-end close activities, driving operational excellence within the Finance team of a dynamic and growing organizat...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and driving integrity across operations. Provide strategic guidance, assess risks, and develop compliance programs while collaborating with various...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $165K *

Take ownership of construction cost control for data center capital programs, ensuring accurate budget management, forecasting, and financial reporting while collaborating with diverse teams in a fast...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Drive effective construction cost controls on major data center programs, managing budgets, invoices, forecasts, and compliance documentation. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure accurate...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Grow your career with a hands-on role in construction cost controls for major data center projects, ensuring effective budget management, risk tracking, and reporting in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Pioneer construction cost controls for diverse data center projects, managing budgets, forecasts, and compliance. Collaborate across teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting in a...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Transform data center project delivery by leading construction cost controls across complex capital programs, ensuring accurate budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Engage with multiple st...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Drive your career forward by managing construction cost controls for complex data center projects. Provide critical support in budgeting, forecasting, and compliance while collaborating with diverse s...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $105K *

Elevate contract management through effective administration, compliance review, and collaborative support to project teams, ensuring seamless execution and adherence to established standards across c...

6 days ago

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

$85K - $105K *

Partner with us to manage construction contracts, ensuring compliance, resolving discrepancies, and supporting project teams through effective documentation and collaboration in a dynamic environment...

6 days ago

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

$120K - $180K *

Drive excellence in OFCI equipment management, overseeing lifecycle from procurement to installation. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality, timely delivery, and adherence to safety standards while...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.