Contract Administrator, Development

Avantus; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical and dental plan

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Avantus is seeking a detail-oriented Contract Administrator to support our Development Team in advancing clean energy projects across California and the Desert Southwest. This role focuses on administering and managing services contracts, ensuring timely execution, invoicing, payment, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, be highly organized, and demonstrate a collaborative mindset to push contracts forward and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in business administration or contract administration.
• Experience with renewable energy, infrastructure development, or real estate preferred.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with CLM software, Concur, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Administer services contracts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track contract status, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Coordinate contract preparation, reviews, and execution with internal and external stakeholders.
• Process and pay invoices with Development and Accounts Payable.
• Maintain records and databases of contracts, amendments, invoices, and payments.
• Support Development Team in identifying bottlenecks and resolving issues.
• Review third-party agreements for consistency and accuracy.
• Ensure alignment with policies, regulatory requirements, and project needs.
• Provide regular updates to Development leadership on contract progress.

Skills

Contract administration

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Contract lifecycle management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Tools

Concur

Microsoft Office

Contract Lifecycle Management software

Job description

ABOUT AVANTUS

Avantus develops, owns, and operates utility-scale clean energy projects across California and the Desert Southwest. Our development pipeline represents one of the nation's largest portfolios of solar with integrated storage, capable of providing dispatchable power to 17 million Americans, day and night. With over a decade of industry leadership and strategic investment from KKR and EIG, Avantus delivers affordable, reliable clean energy solutions that meet America’s growing energy demand.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Avantus is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Contract Administrator to support our Development Team in advancing clean energy projects across our markets. This role will focus on administering and managing services contracts, ensuring timely execution, compliance, invoicing, payment, and coordination across internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is highly organized, and brings a collaborative mindset to help push contracts forward and keep development timelines on track.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer services contracts throughout the project lifecycle, from initiation to closeout.
• Track contract status, deadlines, and deliverables, ensuring timely execution and compliance.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Legal, Development, Environmental, Land) and external partners to facilitate contract preparation, reviews, and execution.
• Coordinate the processing and payment of invoices with Development and Accounts Payable.
• Maintain organized records and databases of contracts, amendments, invoices, payments, and related documentation.
• Support the Development Team in identifying contract bottlenecks and proactively resolving issues.
• Assist in reviewing third-party agreements for consistency and accuracy.
• Ensure alignment with company policies, regulatory requirements, and project-specific needs.
• Provide regular updates to Development leadership on contract progress and outstanding items

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience in business administration, preferably in contract administration.
• Familiarity with renewable energy, infrastructure development, or real estate is strongly preferred.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in Contract Lifecycle Management software, Concur, and Microsoft Office Suite strongly preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal Studies, or a related field preferred.

#LI-Onsite

Avantus offers competitive compensation with an excellent benefits package, including 401(k) matching; comprehensive medical and dental plan options; and flexible PTO. We are an equal-opportunity employer.

The base salary range for this full-time position is listed below (plus bonus and benefits). Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in California. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the applicable location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus and benefits.

Pay Range

$93,000 – $109,000 USD