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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$119K - $239K *

Deliver high-quality audit services across diverse construction projects, manage client relationships, oversee team performance, and offer strategic business advice while ensuring compliance with GAAP...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing complex contracts in cutting-edge defense projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and drive successful outcomes in the F-35 program whil...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing contracts and proposals, ensuring compliance and strong relationships with customers. Collaborate across teams while enhancing your skills in a dynamic environment committe...

Today

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a collaborative Contracts team to manage and negotiate proposals, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction. Drive effective contract administration within a range of government and commercial...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in establishing a global trade compliance program, ensuring adherence to U.S. regulations while collaborating cross-functionally. Drive jurisdiction analysis and provide strategic guid...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Manage complex proposals and contracts while fostering relationships with customers. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and innovation in contract administration, supporting critical defens...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in integrating advanced training systems for Navy personnel, ensuring optimal performance through innovative design and technical expertise. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$49K - $123K *

Support and manage site activation and maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and project requirements. Collaborate with teams to prepare and track documentation, while serving a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$49K - $123K *

Contribute to site activation by executing feasibility studies and managing documentation with oversight, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal practices to meet project timelines...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $114K *

Drive the bid lifecycle for complex healthcare opportunities. Collaborate with sales teams, manage cross-functional bid efforts, and ensure winning proposals that align with organizational goals and c...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion subcontract management excellence by leveraging your expertise to optimize processes, enhance project execution, and lead a high-performing team dedicated to successful and timely subcontract...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving construction excellence on multifaceted projects, ensuring safety and quality through coordination, communication, and transition from planning to execution for valued clien...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform procurement at scale by designing and optimizing the intake-to-PO process. Collaborate across departments to drive efficiency and enhance purchasing with modern tools, all while shaping your...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of healthcare construction by leading cost management for capital projects. Drive budget ownership, forecasting, and risk management while delivering executive-level financial insight...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $93K *

Lead the charge in federal acquisition support, driving compliance and efficiency throughout the acquisition lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and ensure timely c...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Shape procurement strategies and lead supplier management to enhance operational excellence, ensuring material availability and cost competitiveness while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $182K *

Shape the future of clinical contracts by managing negotiations and liaising between teams. This role demands expertise in contract lifecycles, regulatory compliance, and effective communication to en...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $125K *

Engage in comprehensive procurement support, driving the development of procurement packages and solicitations while ensuring compliance with agency policies and guidelines. Collaborate with teams to...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $120K *

Transform construction engineering services by leading technical reviews and project management for diverse military construction initiatives while ensuring compliance with Department of Defense stand...

2 days ago

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

$119K - $182K *

Lead the charge in managing procurement activities for a complex power generation project. Ensure compliance with contracts, mitigate risks, and guide project teams while achieving quality and safety...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $165K *

Drive impactful sourcing strategies and enhance procurement processes using AI. Collaborate across functions to optimize vendor management, minimize risks, and ensure regulatory compliance while suppo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $105K *

Join our team to oversee the execution of critical construction projects, ensuring quality control, compliance, and progress. Support project management while providing technical expertise throughout...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $165K *

Engage in executing comprehensive sourcing strategies and managing supplier relationships. Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure supply continuity and drive cost reductions for stru...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize construction claims and dispute resolutions through expert analysis, collaborative efforts, and innovative solutions, leveraging deep industry knowledge to support clie...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

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

$178K - $230K *

Empower growth by leading category strategies in service contract management, fostering relationships with stakeholders and suppliers, while driving efficiency and cost savings through data-driven app...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.