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Contract Surety Underwriter

Dallas, TX · On-site

Technical Knowledge and Understanding: * Strong technical contract surety underwriting expertise and financial analysis expertise. * Excellent analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability ...

ProEdit, Inc.

Contract Technical Writer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$40 - $46/hr

Contract Technical Writer -- Alpharetta, GA Location: On-site in Alpharetta, Georgia Contract Duration: 3-4 months Employment Type: W-2 or Corp-to-Corp Contract Are you an experienced technical ...

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ManTech

Senior Contracts Expeditor

Aiea, HI · On-site

$88K - $147K/yr

Experience in quality gate oversight and developing technical contract compliance protocols. Preferred Qualifications: * Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or a related field. * Experience ...

BioPhase Solutions

Contract Technical Writer

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$36 - $41/hr

We are currently looking for a Contract Technical Writer to work for a leading Greater Orange County area contract development and manufacturing organization. Pay Rate: $36-41+/hr ($75-85k) depending ...

Kelly Services

Contract Technical Writer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$40 - $47/hr

Contract Technical Writer - CAPA/SOP Remediation Location: Raleigh, NC (On-site) Pay Rate: $40-$47/hour Engagement Type: Contract Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Duration: Initial 6-8 weeks with ...

Kelly Services

Contract Technical Writer

Raleigh, NC

$40 - $47/hr

Contract Technical Writer - CAPA/SOP Remediation Location: Raleigh, NC (On-site) Pay Rate: $40-$47/hour Engagement Type: Contract Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Duration: Initial 6-8 weeks with ...

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How much do technical contract jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for technical contract in the United States is $156,348.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $116,000.00 and $205,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by technical contract professionals, and how can they be managed?

Technical Contract professionals often encounter challenges such as ensuring clarity in technical requirements, managing complex negotiations between multiple parties, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Balancing technical accuracy with legal language can be demanding, but staying organized and leveraging contract management tools can help streamline the process. Collaborating closely with legal and technical teams is key to avoiding misunderstandings and ensuring all aspects of the contract are addressed. Being proactive in identifying potential risks and clarifying expectations early can also minimize issues throughout the contract lifecycle.

What is a technical contract?

A Technical Contract job is a temporary or project-based position where a professional with technical expertise is hired for a specific duration or task. These roles are common in industries like IT, engineering, and construction, where companies require specialized skills for short-term needs. Contractors typically work on a defined scope, often through an agency or as independent consultants. They may focus on software development, infrastructure projects, or technical support, depending on the assignment. Since these roles are contractual, they usually do not include benefits like permanent employees but often offer higher hourly or project-based pay.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a technical contract position?

To thrive as a Technical Contract professional, it's essential to have a strong background in contract management, technical writing, and knowledge of industry-specific standards or regulations, often supported by relevant education or certifications. Familiarity with contract management software, legal documentation systems, and project collaboration platforms is typically required. Exceptional attention to detail, strong negotiation skills, and effective communication are important soft skills for ensuring accuracy and building stakeholder trust. Mastery of these abilities ensures contracts are legally compliant, technically sound, and aligned with project or organizational goals.

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Infographic showing various Technical Contract job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $156,348 per year, or $75.2 per hour.

Contract Administrator II - Beaumont Area Office

Texas Department of Transportation

Beaumont, TX • On-site

$92K - $156K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Texas Department Of Transportation rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

120th of 841 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Position Information
The Beaumont Area Office is seeking a Contract Administrator II interested in building a long-term career with the Texas Department of Transportation. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in with understanding state agency contracts and auditing financial expenditures, be able to work collaboratively as part of a team or independently, possess strong logical thinking skills, and be flexible and adaptable when faced with changes and challenges. TxDOT has a diverse workforce of over 13,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, apply for this position!
The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right to determine the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Benefits and Perks
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
  • Retirement Plans
  • Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
  • Paid Leave and Holidays
  • Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
  • On-the-Job Training
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
  • Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
  • Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position Description
Oversees and manages policy for [highly-advanced] contract duties in support of large scope, high-dollar or high-risk contracts. Oversees the execution and administration of contracts by defining requirements, participating and advising on negotiations and ensuring compliance with policies, laws, and acceptable contracting practices. Monitors progress/benchmarks, financial expenditures, allocations, and inspects final results. Serves as the point of contact for contracts and related issues. Work requires extensive contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
Essential Duties:
  • Ensures compliance with laws, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to functional area.
  • Oversees the operations and activities of monitoring contract performance, including developing and tracking key metrics.
  • Coordinates the training of new professional and/or technical contract staff.
  • Serves as the principal contract liaison between agency management, contractors, the Legislature, and other customers.
  • Monitors contract performance by examining billings, fiscal data, and eligibility determinations for compliance with terms of contract and policies; recommends cancellation of contracts when deviations occur.
  • Negotiates contract renewals and amendments.
  • Oversees and provides advanced technical assistance to plan, develop, implement, and monitor effective programs; researches and makes recommendations concerning contract administration systems.
  • Oversees complex contract programs to include reviewing proposals, issuing work orders, monitoring budget allocations and
    expenditures.
  • Provides advanced technical and administrative support to include reviewing, processing, answers questions, provides assistance and handles complaints and resolution of discrepancies and problems regarding contracts, billing, payment and warrants.
  • Serves as a lead worker to TxDOT employees by serving as a resource for complex questions and providing technical training; providing input on employees' career conversations; approving employees' leave requests to ensure operations coverage; and presenting workflow and operational updates to the supervisor/manager.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in business administration, finance, or a related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Experience: 7 years contract administration, contract management, contract development, or related experience (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part-time equivalent). R elated graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Competencies:
  • Contract administration/management systems
  • Analyzing issues, facts, and available information to develop logical solutions; researching inconsistencies of facts or data; drawing correct inferences from information and making recommendations that support business decisions
  • Writing, reviewing and revising documents to include engineering notes, specifications, standards and procedures
  • Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
  • Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
  • Analyzing business, technical, and managerial problems and developing, recommending, and implementing effective solutions
  • Persuasion and negotiation of critical issues
  • Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
  • Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
  • Delegates both routine and important tasks and decisions; shares authority but has ultimate accountability

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
  • Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
  • Standing-prolonged periods of time
  • Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
  • Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

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