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Experience working in a remote environment * Education: * Bachelor's with minimum of 5-7 years of experience in government contract administration OR * Master's with minimum of 3-5 years of ...

U.S. Remote Pay: $95,000$110,000 Schedule: Full-time Own contracts execution across multiple GovCon clients. Clear scope. Real ownership. No waiting on approvals for basic work. What You'll Do

Sr Director Contracts

Anchorage, AK · On-site +1

$175K - $220K/yr

This position is available at our corporate offices in either Anchorage, Alaska or Huntsville, Alabama, with a remote work option also available. The Sr. Director of Contracts serves as the primary ...

Contracts Manager (Remote)

San Diego, CA · On-site +1

$94K - $126K/yr

You will serve as the central hub for EPC commercial contract activity, collaborating with a small team and mentoring junior members. This role can be fully remote or located in our San Diego ...

Contracts Manager (Remote)

Reston, VA · Remote

$92K - $123K/yr

This position is 100% Remote in the 48 contiguous United States. Responsibilities : * Provide proposal and contracts support for Requests for Proposals and active contracts with commercial and state ...

Contracts Manager (Remote)

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$92K - $123K/yr

This position is 100% Remote in the 48 contiguous United States. Responsibilities : * Provide proposal and contracts support for Requests for Proposals and active contracts with commercial and state ...

Contracts Manager (Remote)

San Diego, CA · On-site +1

$94K - $126K/yr

You will serve as the central hub for EPC commercial contract activity, collaborating with a small team and mentoring junior members. This role can be fully remote or located in our San Diego ...

Contracts Manager (Remote)

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$92K - $123K/yr

This position is 100% Remote in the 48 contiguous United States. Responsibilities : • Provide contracts support for proposals and active contracts with major utilities across the nation. • Lead ...

Contracts Manager (Remote)

Reston, VA · Remote

$92K - $123K/yr

This position is 100% Remote in the 48 contiguous United States. Responsibilities : Provide contracts support for proposals and active contracts with major utilities across the nation. Lead the ...

Databricks Architect (Remote)

Rock Hill, SC · Remote

$66.25 - $87/hr

Requirement - Databricks Architect (Remote) Location- USA Remote Contract W2 Required Skills: * Strong experience with Databricks architecture and implementation * Hands-on expertise with AWS and GCP

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How much do remote contracts jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote contracts in the United States is $38.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.80 and $45.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are remote contracts?

Remote contracts refer to legally binding agreements for work that is performed outside of a traditional office setting, usually from home or another remote location. These contracts outline the terms, responsibilities, deliverables, and compensation for remote employees or freelancers. They are commonly used by companies that hire talent from different geographic locations and want to set clear expectations for remote work arrangements. Remote contracts help ensure both parties understand their obligations and protect their rights while working remotely.

What is the difference between Remote Contracts vs Remote Software Developers?

AspectRemote ContractsRemote Software Developers
CredentialsVary by project; often require specific skills or certificationsTypically require a degree in computer science or related field, plus coding certifications
Work EnvironmentProject-based, flexible, often freelance or temporaryFull-time or part-time employment, collaborative team settings
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across industries for short-term projectsCommon in tech, IT, and software development sectors
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for flexible, project-based work opportunitiesSeeking remote software development roles with team integration

Remote Contracts refer to short-term, project-based work arrangements that offer flexibility and are often freelance. Remote Software Developers are professionals specializing in coding and software creation, typically working as part of a team or company. While both roles can be remote, contracts focus on specific projects, whereas developers may have ongoing employment or freelance roles within the software industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Contracts Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Contracts Manager, you need expertise in contract law, negotiation, and risk management, often supported by a degree in law, business, or a related field. Familiarity with contract management software, e-signature tools, and compliance tracking systems is highly valuable. Strong attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to work independently are essential soft skills for remote contract work. These capabilities ensure contracts are accurate, legally sound, and efficiently managed, protecting organizational interests while enabling effective remote collaboration.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in remote contracts roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in remote contracts roles often encounter challenges such as coordinating across time zones, maintaining clear communication with clients and stakeholders, and ensuring data security when handling sensitive contract information. To address these, it's important to establish regular check-ins, utilize collaboration tools like secure document sharing platforms, and implement clear documentation practices. Developing strong organizational skills and proactively setting expectations with clients can help remote contract professionals work efficiently and build trust within their teams.
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Infographic showing various Remote Contracts job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,243 per year, or $38.1 per hour.

Senior Contracts Administrator- Remote

ARA

Remote

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Our team's mission is to provide contractual expertise through communication and collaboration while allowing our technical partners to focus on delivering results. We are looking for a Senior Contracts Administrator who is a self-starter with excellent communication skills, outstanding customer service, detail orientated, and thrives working in a team environment.
If you envision yourself to be the contracts professional and trusted business partner that your team and customers turn to for value added contracts solutions and exceptional results, this might be just what you are looking for. This unique opportunity offers employee-ownership, excellent benefits, and will support an organization full of brilliant employee-owners that work together to meet ARA's mission to solve problems of national importance.
Learn more about us at ARA.com
What will you be doing as a Senior Contracts Administrator?
  • Negotiating and administering contracts, non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, and other contractual agreements.
  • Coordinating approval of negotiations and contract awards with appropriate management staff.
  • Advising program managers and senior executives on Data Rights Assertions and IP protection.
  • Providing advice and interpretation of contract requirements to program managers and senior executives; advising on FAR/DFAR and other government and commercial contract terms, clauses, representations and certifications
  • Administering contract terms from proposal stage to project close-out in accordance with relevant regulations.
  • Leads organizational conflict of interest (OCI) assessments and OCI mitigation plans.
  • Work with other functions to include subcontracts, purchasing, government property, and accounting.
  • Maintaining and expanding your functional knowledge of government and commercial contracts
  • Other duties as assigned

What our Senior Contracts Administrators need to have (required skills)?
  • In-depth knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and other government agency supplements
  • Must be customer service focused and have excellent time management skills
  • Ability to prioritize, plan and analyze multiple and complex contract related activities
  • Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Must be detail-oriented, proactive, and well organized
  • Demonstrated leadership ability; ability to take initiative, work a task to completion and deliver results
  • Ability to communicate well (both verbal and written), and work collaboratively as team members and/or on an individual basis
  • Strong computer and presentation skills
  • Costpoint experience a plus
  • Pricing, program control, accounting knowledge
  • Experience working in a remote environment
  • Education:

    • Bachelor's with minimum of 5-7 years of experience in government contract administration OR
    • Master's with minimum of 3-5 years of experience in government contract administration OR
    • Minimum of 8 years of experience in government contract administration without a degree

Applied Research Associates, Inc. Company Information:
Applied Research Associates, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 2,000 employee-owners and continues to grow. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics.
At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership inspires greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take active roles as employee-owners. The culture is challenging; innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employee-owner's contributions not only bolster the company's success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, "Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit" sums up the ARA experience. For additional information and an opportunity to join this unique workplace, please apply at careers.ara.com.
Please visit our Careers page to learn more about employee-ownership, ARA benefits and explore some of our featured offices.
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