Overview
Contract Administrator: 12 Month Contract Jobs in Cape Town at Scatec
Overview:
Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.
Main purpose of position
Scatec is looking for a Contract Administrator based in Cape Town, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Contract Administrator, you will provide support to the Solutions organization by overseeing Contracts Administrator and Quantity Surveying activities for projects in the PV, BESS and Wind sector. This support shall be rendered directly to the relevant Procurement and Logistic Manager / Supply Chain Manager / Project Manager, encompassing the stages of Development, Structuring, and Delivery, with the aim of leading and managing the formulation, implementation, and execution of Construction and Supply Contracts. Furthermore, the role shall be responsible for monitoring and controlling the execution of the contractual framework and providing periodic reports to the project management and the rest of the governance structure around the project on these issues.
Main responsibilities:
Establish Contract and Procurement Strategies: Assist in developing contract strategies for projects
Assist in preparation of EPC Contracts and Subcontracts: Collaborate closely with legal, project management, supply chain management, technical management, and all other relevant disciplines to prepare robust Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contracts and subcontracts
Ensure that contracts are designed to minimize interface-related risks, mitigate schedule slippage, and prevent cost escalation while optimizing to achieve a competitive overall cost and timeline
Manage Contractor Selection: Oversee the prequalification and initial selection of key contractors and subcontractors
Facilitate the tendering process, evaluate proposals, and conduct negotiations to finalize contracts for implementation in line with the procurement strategy (including full compliance both with internal and external requirements)
Commercial Management of Subcontractors: Take a commercial perspective in managing contractors and subcontractors, including formal correspondence related to contract management and interface risks
Manage contractual determinations and progress payments to contractors, manage variations in scope, address claims for increased costs and extensions of time, prepare final account agreements
Manage team of Contract Administrator and Quantity Surveyors on site or office/
Prepare Project Reporting: In collaboration with the Project Control function, generate comprehensive reports on Construction Contracts
Provide detailed insights into the Contract status, claims, cashflow forecasts and risks
Important role interfaces:
Project Direct Report: Procurement & Logistics Manager / Supply Chain Manager / Project Manager
Matrix Organization Report: Project Manager and SVP Supply Chain Management
Key Stakeholders under Matrix Organization: Solutions Management, Supply Chain, Legal, Project Control Team and Finance
Key Stakeholders in country outside Scatec: SPV (Depending on the project set up), Contractors and Suppliers
Qualifications and competencies
BSc. QS (Hons) – (or relevant technical or commercial qualification) or Technical or legal supplementary degree
Quantity Survey education and experience
Comprehensive knowledge of Contracts suites, NEC, GCC and FIDIC
EPC Contractors scope and EPC Contractors Schedule -ensuring activities and deliverables
Quantity Survey education and experience
Project Management Education
Relevant courses in the FIDIC Contractual Framework and/or other relevant internationally renowned contract standards
3+ years Construction Contract Administration experience with the FIDIC suite of contracts in companies with strong procurement and Supply Chain Management practices
Demonstrate familiarity with contract terms and conditions and the FIDIC suit of contracts
Proven track record in affecting contract savings
For the particular role we also expect
Strong organizational, communication and team working skills
Extensive experience and competence in Procurement and Contract Management / Administration for large construction contracts
Experience and a proven track record of working as an integral part of project management teams, focusing on identifying and implementing commercially acceptable and risk-balanced contracting solutions
Experience in the role as Contracts Administrator (or equivalent) both from the position as EPC contractor with sub-contractors, JV partners and consortium partners as well as from the developer/sponsor position as the Employer procuring EPC services and supplies from the contractor market
Task and solution oriented, prioritization skills, highly structured, systematic, and analytical
Driven, always looking for ways to improve and having high aspirations for own work
Dedicated and someone who takes “ownership” to tasks and responsibilities
High social and intercultural competence
Highest ethical standards
Compliance driven
Must be able to work extended hours at times
French language advantageous
Personal characteristics
It is part of every employees’ terms of reference to contribute to Scatec’s vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:
Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude
We offer
Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.
Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.
Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.
Title: Contract Administrator: 12 Month Contract
Company: Scatec
Location: Cape Town
