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.
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.
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.
SR Earned Value Management Practitioner
$169K - $207K *
Pioneer innovative solutions in Earned Value Management, supporting critical evaluation and compliance assessments for major programs in the intelligence community. Collaborate with cross-functional t...
2 days ago
Project Supervisor-Legal Administration
$78K - $165K *
Transform complex legal operations as a Project Supervisor, leading a dedicated team in a dynamic environment. Enhance management skills while collaborating with legal professionals to meet critical p...
Reposted 1 week ago
Cx Project Manager (Owner's Representative) - Data Center Construction
$150K - $225K *
Oversee the full commissioning lifecycle of large-scale, mission-critical data center projects, coordinating with contractors, design teams, and stakeholders to ensure MEP systems are installed, teste...
2 weeks ago
$97K - $127K *
Manage diverse projects from planning to execution. Ensure high-quality outcomes while fostering client relationships and maintaining safety standards. Develop skills in finance and risk management in...
3 weeks ago
Sr Procurement/Sourcing Specialist, Biochemicals and Biologicals
$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team to implement strategic procurement initiatives that enhance global health, reduce costs, and improve supply chain efficiencies while fostering strong supplier relationships for imp...
Yesterday
Construction Manager - Federal Sector - NDER Program
$95K - $115K *
Elevate renovation projects by managing MEP systems and lighting replacements in occupied facilities, ensuring quality and compliance while fostering collaborative relationships across stakeholders...
2 weeks ago
Construction Manager - Federal Sector - NDER Program
$95K - $115K *
Elevate renovation projects across Central Illinois as you manage MEP and lighting upgrades. Lead teams in occupied facilities while ensuring quality and compliance. Your expertise will drive successf...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager - Federal Payment Oversight
$100K - $125K *
Join us to lead federal payment integrity initiatives, ensuring program success through effective management, quality oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Drive performance across multiple workstrea...
Yesterday
Department Manager Civil, Structural & Architectural Engineering (SIGN-ON BONUS)
$110K - $130K *
Optimize and lead the CSA Engineering department, ensuring effective delivery of services, fostering team development and collaboration, and supporting business growth while maintaining a culture of s...
1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Unlock potential by leading proposal development initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring compelling responses to RFPs and business opportunities, driving growth in the AEC indus...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager - Mission Critical
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing large-scale data center and mission critical projects, driving excellence and collaboration across teams, clients, and trade partners while ensuring financial performance a...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Shape the future of manufacturing by leading procurement for critical equipment. Build sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and develop a high-performing team to support our transition...
2 weeks ago
Subcontract Administration Sr - E3
$72K - $134K *
Shape the future of procurement by crafting robust subcontract agreements, evaluating proposals, and negotiating terms to support diverse projects and sustainment efforts across multiple contract type...
Yesterday
Subcontract Administration Sr - E3
$72K - $134K *
Drive growth by developing subcontract specifications and managing procurement processes. Collaborate with contract administration and suppliers to ensure compliance and efficiency, while preparing bi...
Yesterday
Subcontract Administration Sr - E3
$72K - $134K *
Join a dynamic team to develop procurement specifications and manage subcontract operations, focusing on compliance and supplier negotiations to ensure successful project execution across various cont...
Yesterday
Subcontract Administration Sr - E3
$72K - $134K *
Manage the procurement lifecycle for a major defense project by leading subcontractor engagements, analyzing proposals, and ensuring supplier performance aligns with program objectives while fostering...
1 week ago
$99K - $164K *
Lead the charge in ensuring effective lifecycle logistics support for vital national security projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions that enhance operational efficie...
1 week ago
$175K - $214K *
Engage with us to tackle complex operational challenges in counterintelligence. Utilize advanced tradecraft and provide strategic guidance while managing programs and enhancing mission success in a dy...
4 weeks ago
Senior Director of Contractor Services & Field Support
$167K - $321K *
Transform national vendor management by driving operational excellence and strategic oversight, optimizing contract services, and enhancing performance metrics for superior quality across the outside...
Yesterday
Senior Director of Contractor Services & Field Support
$167K - $292K *
Pioneer operational excellence in contractor oversight, managing vendor networks while optimizing resources, compliance, and financial performance across a national footprint to ensure quality service...
Yesterday
Senior Director of Contractor Services & Field Support
$167K - $321K *
Lead the charge in optimizing national contractor networks, ensuring operational excellence and robust financial governance. Drive vendor performance, compliance standards, and strategic partnerships...
Yesterday
Senior Director of Contractor Services & Field Support
$184K - $321K *
Join a high-impact role leading national oversight for contractors, driving operational excellence, financial governance, and quality control across contract services while establishing performance be...
Yesterday
Senior Director of Contractor Services & Field Support
$167K - $321K *
Transform vendor performance and contract services nationwide, ensuring operational excellence, financial governance, and compliance across all construction and maintenance initiatives while driving s...
Yesterday
Senior Logistics Management Specialist
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by providing essential integrated logistics support for diverse Army acquisition programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness through effective li...
Reposted 1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Optimize budget processes to support defense initiatives, ensuring accurate analysis and reporting. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage funds efficiently while providing critical support in a fast...
1 week ago
What does a contract specialist do?
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?
Almost every industry requires contract specialists. Popular industries include government, healthcare, technology, and military defense.
How much can a contract specialist earn?
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?
Some key skills include negotiation, attention to detail, understanding of contract laws, excellent communication, and problem-solving abilities.