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Contract Administrator
A Contract Administrator manages the lifecycle of an organization's contracts, from drafting and negotiation through execution, renewal, and compliance monitoring, typically working within legal, procurement, or operations departments. The role demands close attention to detail and contract negotiation skill, alongside proficiency in contract management software to track deadlines, obligations, and approvals across many active agreements. Contract administrators also perform risk assessment and compliance checks to ensure agreements protect the organization and align with regulatory or policy requirements.
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Public Utilities Specialist (Contracts)
Bonneville Power Administration
Vancouver, WA · $80,465 – $125,378
This federal role involves managing customer requests to connect new power generation to the transmission grid and developing complex commercial agreements with energy partners at Bonneville Power Administration. It suits someone with utility or power industry experience who can navigate regulatory requirements, provide technical guidance, and streamline contracting processes.
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Contract Administrator
Defense Contract Management Agency
Full-time · Grand Rapids, MI · $61,722 – $100,703
This federal government position administers contracts for the Department of Defense, overseeing contractor performance, compliance, and contract closeouts across multiple locations. The role suits candidates with contracting or business administration experience who want to work in government procurement and can meet federal hiring requirements.
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Where Contract Administrators commonly go next: Contracts Manager.
SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALIST (Title 5)
Army National Guard Units
Full-time · Austin, TX · $109,428 – $142,259
This supervisory role oversees a team of contract specialists at the Texas National Guard, managing procurement for supplies, services, IT, and construction. It suits experienced contracting professionals ready to step into first-level management and warrants officer responsibilities.
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Contracts Manager
Sullair Corporation
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Senior Utility Contracts Manager
Crusoe
Full-time · San Francisco, CA · $160,000 – $200,000
Crusoe seeks an experienced utility contracts manager to own the full lifecycle of infrastructure agreements powering their AI data center operations, from negotiating with utilities to tracking every deadline and obligation across their portfolio. This role suits someone with deep utility industry experience who can translate complex tariffs and reliability requirements into actionable commitments and lead negotiations with utility counterparties.
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Contracts Manager
LexisNexis Risk Solutions
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Manager, Thermal Contracts
Invenergy
Chicago, IL · $125,000 – $165,000
This role manages the commercial and contractual aspects of thermal power generation projects after contract execution, ensuring compliance and protecting Invenergy's commercial interests throughout the project lifecycle. It suits someone with 5+ years in energy infrastructure who understands EPC agreements and can balance competing demands from multiple stakeholders.
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On Site CT - Contracts Manager
CityMD
Full-time · Wethersfield, CT · $70,000 – $90,000
This role manages the complete contract lifecycle for a healthcare organization, from drafting and negotiation through execution and renewal. It suits someone with procurement or legal operations experience who can balance compliance requirements with business needs while coordinating across multiple departments.
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Contracts Manager
Crane Co.
Full-time · $123,000 – $160,000
This role manages the full lifecycle of commercial and government contracts for an industrial manufacturing company, including review, negotiation, and compliance oversight. It suits someone with 5+ years in contracts or contract law who understands government regulations and can translate complex agreements into actionable guidance for business teams.
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International Contracts Manager
AeroVironment
Full-time · $111,000 – $169,250
This role manages international defense contracts through their full lifecycle, from bid preparation through closeout, working with legal, finance, and operations teams to ensure compliance and mitigate risks. It suits someone with deep aerospace-defense contracting experience who can negotiate complex agreements and navigate export regulations in a fast-paced environment.
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Contract Associate Manager
Accenture
This role manages contract relationships across Accenture's client engagements, supporting account teams through the full contract lifecycle while balancing revenue protection, margin improvement, and compliance. It suits experienced contract professionals who can collaborate with senior stakeholders and lead teams on complex, multi-project commercial arrangements.
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Contracts Management Specialist – Millennium Space Systems
Boeing
Full-time · El Segundo, CA · $96,050 – $173,750
A contracts specialist role supporting proposal development, negotiation, and administration for a defense satellite company. Suited for someone with federal government contracting experience who can manage complex agreements and maintain client relationships in a security-cleared environment.
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From Contracts Administrator, Contracts Analyst, Contracts Manager, Document Control Specialist, Law Clerk, Paralegal, Procurement Analyst, Procurement Specialist, Purchasing Agent.
PROCUREMENT ANALYST
U.S. Army Contracting Command
Redstone Arsenal, Alabama · $130,987 – $197,200
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Procurement Analyst
FIS
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PARALEGAL SPECIALIST
Bureau of Naval Personnel
Charleston, SC · $74,678 – $97,087
This federal paralegal role supports military justice administration at a naval brig, involving legal research, case analysis, document drafting, and coordination of hearings and administrative matters. It suits someone with legal background and experience in government or criminal justice systems who can navigate complex regulations and work with military personnel and inmates.
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SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALIST (Title 5)
Army National Guard Units
Full-time · Austin, TX · $109,428 – $142,259
This supervisory role oversees a team of contract specialists at the Texas National Guard, managing procurement for supplies, services, IT, and construction. It suits experienced contracting professionals ready to step into first-level management and warrants officer responsibilities.
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Procurement Specialist
Sullair Corporation
Jefferson City, MO
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Procurement and Property Specialist
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
Leavenworth, KS · $58,122 – $83,644
This federal corrections role combines procurement operations with property management at a Bureau of Prisons facility, serving those qualified to handle complex supply chain transactions and asset accountability. The position requires managing acquisition awards, vendor relationships, and the SENTRY property system while maintaining institutional security alongside regular correctional duties.
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Paralegal
Service Corporation International
Houston, TX
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Procurement Analyst
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Los Angeles, CA · $104,349 – $135,657
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Purchasing Agent
Veterans Health Administration
Fayetteville, AR · $40,736 – $59,031
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Pro Se Law Clerk
U.S. Courts
Johnstown, PA · $77,211 – $169,060
A legal position supporting federal courts by screening and analyzing petitions filed by incarcerated people, including habeas corpus and civil rights cases, and drafting recommendations for judicial review. The role suits someone with strong legal research and writing skills who is comfortable working independently through high volumes of complex prisoner litigation.
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