Contracts Manager

Description:

About the company:
Join a leading renewable energy developer dedicated to advancing Australia’s clean energy transformation. With an extensive portfolio of utility-scale wind, solar, and battery storage projects, the company is expanding and seeking a proactive, results-driven professional.

About the Role:
We are seeking a highly experienced Contracts Manager to support the delivery of renewable energy projects during the construction phase. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of contract administration, including managing variations, extensions of time (EOTs), and claims. The successful candidate will serve as a key commercial advisor, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely issue resolution and maintain project momentum
Responsibilities:

• Administer head contracts and construction subcontracts in accordance with contract terms, ensuring adherence to project timelines and deliverables.
• Assess and manage contractor claims for extensions of time, variations, and other commercial issues. Provide clear recommendations and lead negotiations to resolution.
• Liaise with project, legal, and commercial teams to ensure timely and accurate contract management support.
• Prepare documentation to support internal approvals, board reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
• Support contract close-out, lessons learned, and project handover processes
• Identify and manage contractual risks and support the project team in mitigating issues that may impact commercial outcomes or project delivery.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing EOTs, variations, and contractual claims in complex construction projects.
• Strong negotiation and risk assessment skills.
• Strong working knowledge of renewable project contracts from EPC to suppliers agreements.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with a collaborative mindset

Benefits:

• Contribute to the clean energy transition and a sustainable future.
• Work for a leading renewable energy developer with exposure to large-scale, high-impact projects.
• Enjoy a flexible work environment with significant opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you are interested and believe you have the required experience, please apply now with your updated CV to Ninella Asiama on ninella.asiama@acrworld.com or contact 02 8079 0900 for more information.