Contract specialists are experts in everything and anything to do with contracts between their company and its clients. They negotiate and create contracts providing a beneficial solution for both the company and the client. This is a full-time, entry-level position requiring shrewd negotiation skills and excellent interpersonal skills. While contract specialists are based in an office, they often travel to clients locations during contract negotiations. Depending on a company organization, a contract specialist may report directly to a contract manager or work independently, reporting to the project manager.