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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$88K - $105K *

Lead and manage proposal development from kickoff to submission, ensuring compliance and collaboration. Deliver high-quality proposals, balancing strategy with customer needs while coordinating cross...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining corporate strategy through M&A expertise, guiding high-impact transactions across multiple sectors while ensuring compliance and driving operational excellence...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $160K *

Transform your career by managing commercial variations in large-scale infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance, and enhancing efficiency. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive project su...

Scarborough, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing engineering deliverables for major projects. Direct engineering teams, establish procedures, and ensure integrity in outputs while collaborating effectively across function...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

5 days ago

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

$82K - $98K *

Deliver excellence in grant and contract compliance by implementing policies, overseeing lifecycle management, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulatory standards...

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2 weeks ago

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

$82K - $98K *

Ensure compliance in grants and contracts, overseeing processes and reporting. Collaborate with diverse teams to maintain standards, perform audits, and guide team efforts for effective contract manag...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$117K - $234K *

Lead the charge in category management, maximizing value and minimizing costs through strategic sourcing and supplier partnerships while driving compliance and innovation across procurement processes...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $145K *

Join a vital initiative to enhance construction management for VA medical facilities, overseeing multiple renovation projects. Utilize your expertise in project management, budgeting, and technical ov...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $222K *

Drive strategic pricing initiatives as a key advisor, optimizing multiple channels to enhance commercial performance. Collaborate across functions to assess market trends, execute strategies, and ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to effective contract management and land operations. Leverage your expertise in drafting, analyzing, and managing contracts to ensure compliance and support our strategic...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $164K *

Lead the charge in ensuring procurement compliance within federal regulations, enhancing system processes under the guidance of the CFO to support DOE relations while fostering a culture of accountabi...

2 weeks ago

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

$69K - $90K *

Empower the delivery of critical infrastructure by managing construction contracts and fostering partnerships. Collaborate effectively to ensure compliance, resolve day-to-day issues, and support effi...

Cold Lake, ABIn-Person

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

$80K - $105K *

Unlock potential by managing construction contracts, ensuring compliance and aligning project goals with national defense infrastructure delivery while collaborating with stakeholders...

Comox, BCIn-Person

5 days ago

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

$80K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing construction contracts, ensuring compliance and quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders and resolve contractual challenges while monitoring project progress in a h...

Cold Lake, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Analyze and oversee the review and release of sensitive information, ensuring compliance with regulations and policies while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver high-quality, timely results...

1 week ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Champion innovative legal solutions by leading global SaaS and software transactions. Collaborate with sales and cross-functional teams to drive compliance and manage complex negotiations, ensuring al...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $145K *

Champion project success by leading contract administration during construction phases, ensuring that design intent aligns with execution. Collaborate closely with teams to deliver high-quality, effic...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform client relations and lead complex technical mandates in a collaborative environment while driving the strategic direction of our Canadian practice to shape capital project outcomes...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$170K - $200K *

Drive innovation and growth by shaping strategic direction in Canada. Build relationships, lead complex engagements, and enhance Ankura’s brand while mentoring emerging talent in a collaborative envir...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Execute mission-critical construction projects while overseeing field operations, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence. Foster team communication and drive continuous improvement through e...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that leads complex, mission-critical construction projects. Oversee field operations for a significant data center endeavor while ensuring quality, safety, and schedule adherence, driving...

1 week ago

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

$134K - $223K *

Lead strategic legal counsel on major alternative delivery projects, guiding complex contract negotiations and risk management while mentoring a team of legal professionals to support innovative infra...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$134K - $223K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic legal counsel on major infrastructure projects, optimizing contract negotiations and legal risk management across alternative delivery models while mentoring the...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$186K - $233K *

Join a team that's driving contract management excellence, overseeing daily operations and strategic initiatives. Lead a dedicated Contracts team, optimizing processes while ensuring compliance and fo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer compliance excellence by leading operational initiatives and integrating compliance frameworks across partner firms. Drive team performance, enhance processes, and ensure adherence to professi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.