Senior Level Principal Contract Administrator Jobs

Senior level principal contract administrator jobs place experienced professionals at the helm of complex contract portfolios, driving procurement strategy, owning risk outcomes, and guiding the teams that execute high-stakes agreements. Roles are concentrated across Technology & Software, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Consulting & Professional Services, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote positions, and employers like Planate Management, Oscar Health, and Blue Star Partners hiring at this level now.

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Open roles46
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerPlanate Management
Top cityRedwood City, CA
Work type44% Remote
Top industryTechnology

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Contract Logistics Human Resources Manager
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Contract Logistics Human Resources Manager
Kuehne+Nagel
Charlotte, North Carolina
Logistics & Inventory
Manufacturing Operations
Warehouse Operations
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Integration Architect L1(Contract)
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Integration Architect L1(Contract)
Wipro
Louisville, Kentucky
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
$80k - $158k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Senior Manager, Contract Management
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Senior Manager, Contract Management
Fluor Corp.
Raleigh, North Carolina
Procurement & Supply Chain
Compliance & Legal
Project & Program Management
Procurement & Purchasing
$120k - $223k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Technology Architect L1(Contract)
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Technology Architect L1(Contract)
Wipro
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$80k - $158k/yr
10,000+

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Associate Director, Market Access Contract Analytics
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Associate Director, Market Access Contract Analytics
Alexion Pharmaceuticals
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Strategy & Corporate Development
$160k - $191k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in business administration
1,001-5,000

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Senior Level Principal Contract Administrator Job Market

Who's Hiring

Planate Management8 open roles
Oscar Health6 open roles
Blue Star Partners5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Insurance

Senior Level Principal Contract Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level principal contract administrator job?

Employers at this level look for demonstrated ownership of full contract lifecycles, from solicitation through close-out, on high-value or complex agreements. Candidates who stand out typically show experience negotiating terms independently, managing subcontractor relationships, and advising leadership on contract risk. Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, or commercial contract frameworks, combined with a record of mentoring junior staff, signals readiness for a senior role.

Which companies hire senior level principal contract administrators?

Companies hiring senior level principal contract administrators right now include Planate Management, Oscar Health, and Blue Star Partners, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from defense contractors, large government agencies, aerospace firms, and major commercial enterprises with sophisticated procurement operations.

Are there remote senior level principal contract administrator jobs?

Yes, though availability varies by employer and contract type. About 56% of senior level principal contract administrator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader workplace flexibility in professional services and corporate environments. Roles tied to classified government contracts or on-site program teams are more likely to require in-person presence.

What makes a principal contract administrator role senior level?

Senior level principal contract administrator roles are defined by independent ownership rather than task execution. Professionals at this stage manage entire contract portfolios without close supervision, lead negotiations on high-value or high-risk agreements, set internal process standards, and mentor less experienced administrators. The scope typically includes cross-functional collaboration with legal, finance, and program leadership, and accountability for contract compliance outcomes across the organization.

Which industries hire the most senior level principal contract administrators?

Senior Level principal contract administrator roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they manage large, long-term, or highly regulated contracts that require experienced professionals to own compliance, risk, and performance obligations end to end.