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Chenega Corporation

Director of Contracts

Lorton, VA · On-site

Administer contracts in accordance with company policies, applicable laws, customer requirements, and sound business * Prepare and negotiate strategic agreements, teaming agreements, significant sub ...

Chenega Corporation

Director of Contracts

Lorton, VA · On-site +1

Administer contracts in accordance with company policies, applicable laws, customer requirements, and sound business * Prepare and negotiate strategic agreements, teaming agreements, significant sub ...

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Research Contracts Budgets Analyst

Anaheim, CA

$72K - $87K/yr

The analyst also supports the training and development of junior Grants and Contracts Administrators. Responsibilities * Coordinate study agreements from initiation to completion, including study ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for contracts administrators in the United States is $73,187.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $88,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Contracts Administrator III

Birmingham, AL • On-site

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Job description

Position: Contracts Administrator III

Duration: 12 Months

Location: 3535 Colonnade Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35243

Client: Alabama Power

Position Summary

The Contracts Administrator III provides expert-level support to the contracts management function, ensuring efficient, compliant, and well-governed contract administration processes across the organization. This role independently manages complex contracts and serves as a key advisor to internal stakeholders, leveraging deep experience in contract law, negotiation, and lifecycle management.

The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, advanced technical proficiency with contract management systems, and the ability to collaborate across legal, procurement, finance, and business teams.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Review, Drafting & Negotiation

  • Independently review, draft, and negotiate complex contracts, including:
    • Vendor and supplier agreements
    • Client and service contracts
    • Amendments, renewals, and modifications
  • Ensure contracts align with organizational policies, legal requirements, and risk standards
  • Lead complex contract negotiations and provide strategic guidance on terms and conditions

Contract Lifecycle Management

  • Oversee the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including:
    • Contract execution
    • Milestones and deliverables
    • Obligations, renewals, and expirations
  • Maintain accurate, complete, and well-organized contract records and documentation
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with internal controls and legal requirements

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Act as a key liaison between the contracts team and:
    • Legal
    • Procurement
    • Finance
    • Business stakeholders
  • Resolve contract-related issues, discrepancies, and compliance concerns

Leadership & Process Improvement

  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior contracts administrators
  • Contribute to the development and enhancement of contract management systems and databases
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements, best practices, and operational efficiencies
  • Provide strategic insights to leadership regarding contract risk, governance, and optimization

Required Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in contract administration, contracts management, or a related role
  • Demonstrated expertise in contract law and legal terminology
  • Strong experience managing complex, high-value contracts
  • Proven ability to lead negotiations and manage contract risk
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Technical Skills

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Experience with contract management systems and databases
  • Strong attention to detail in document management and recordkeeping

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in regulated or enterprise environments
  • Familiarity with procurement, finance, and legal workflows
  • Experience contributing to contract governance frameworks or compliance programs

Work Environment

  • Professional, collaborative office or hybrid environment
  • Frequent interaction with senior leadership and cross-functional teams