Senior Level Contract Administrator Jobs
Senior level contract administrator jobs place experienced professionals in charge of contract strategy, risk ownership, and the teams or workstreams that execute complex agreements. Openings cover on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Energy, with employers like ALLETE, QinetiQ, and BBA hiring at this level now.
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- Provide contract administration support including data-call responses and reporting for CO, COTR, and Program Manager.
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Provide administrative contract support. This support shall include, but not limited to:
- maintaining contract administration data in the contracts and standard DoD financial management systems
- maintaining status on contract actions
- preparing contractual instruments and related documents
- researching contracts
- coordinating and distributing contract invoices
- other administrative contract support as required.
- Develop contract support packages to include research and resolution of payment/invoice discrepancies/issues, research of funds obligation/de-obligation issues, research on procurements, and creation of internal monitoring tools for contract initiation/implementation.
- Prepare reports and maintain contract files in accordance with all required regulations as directed by the CO, or Director of Contracting. These reports may include tracking contractor use of the Government property in support of the resolution of property related issues.
- Prepare contract award and modifications in accordance with FAR/DFAR or Other Transactions for CO review/signature in Enterprise Contracting Writing Module or other contract writing tools, to include identifying appropriate solicitation and contract clauses.
- Prepare and submit expired contracts into the contract closeout process, as well as support and document contract terminations to include calculating contract termination final contract price.
- Analyze, compute, and track contract payments, support the resolution of payment-related problems and identify indicators of fraud or other legal offenses.
- Resolve contract issues with CO approval.
- TS/SCI-Eligible - Currently hold an active TS/SCI or have held an SCI and have been debriefed in the last 24 months; #qinetiqclearedjob
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of 15 years of experience
- Proficient in MS PowerPoint, excel and/or other Microsoft products
- Excellent communication skills, ability to work in a team environment, and be independently motivated.
- Background in market research, pricing, and cost analysis
- Understanding of acquisition lifecycle and contract law
- Experience resolving contract disputes and conducting close-outs
- Experience working with NRO systems and processes or other DoD or IC agencies
Accessibility/Accommodation:
QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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Senior Level Contract Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level contract administrator job?
Employers at this level look for professionals who have owned the full contract lifecycle, not just administered it. Demonstrating experience with high-value or high-risk agreements, guiding junior staff, and advising stakeholders on contract strategy gives candidates a clear edge. Certifications such as NCMA's CPCM or CFCM, along with fluency in FAR or commercial contract law, strengthen your candidacy significantly.
Which companies hire senior level contract administrators?
Companies hiring senior level contract administrators right now include ALLETE, QinetiQ, and BBA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level tends to concentrate among government contractors, large technology firms, healthcare systems, and engineering and construction companies managing complex, multi-party agreements.
Are there remote senior level contract administrator jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and employer. About 0% of senior level contract administrator openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting broader adoption of flexible work in contract and procurement functions. Roles tied to classified government contracts or on-site project operations are more likely to require an in-person presence.
What makes a contract administrator role senior level?
Senior level roles carry ownership over complex, high-value contract portfolios rather than support tasks on individual agreements. Expectations include leading negotiations, managing risk and compliance across a program or business unit, setting contracting standards, and mentoring junior staff. At this stage, the work shifts from executing processes to shaping them and advising leadership on contract-driven decisions.
Which industries hire the most senior level contract administrators?
Senior Level contract administrator roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive demand because they routinely manage large, regulated, or multi-party agreements where experienced oversight of contract risk, compliance, and performance directly affects business or project outcomes.