Contract Manager

Copper Quail Global; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm in South Africa is looking for a Contracts Manager to oversee contractual management for operational and construction projects. The successful candidate will enforce contractual rights and manage risks while supporting various project teams. Requirements include a legal qualification such as LLB, BCom, or BA in Law, along with admission as an Attorney and over 5 years of experience in contract management, particularly within the renewable energy sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-qualification experience.
• Strong experience in O&M and construction contract management.
• Exposure to EPC, BOP, and renewable energy projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and enforce O&M agreements, OEM contracts, and service agreements.
• Oversee contractual relationships with contractors, operators, and stakeholders.
• Draft and review contractual correspondence.

Skills

Contract management

Risk management

Claims management

Dispute resolution

Education

LLB / BCom (Law) / BA (Law)

Admission as an Attorney

Job description

leading renewable energy IPP is seeking a Contracts Manager to take ownership of contractual management across operational assets and construction projects.

About the Role

This role will focus on enforcing contractual rights, managing risk, and supporting project and asset teams across a portfolio of renewable energy projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and enforce O&M agreements, OEM contracts, and service agreements
• Oversee contractual relationships with contractors, operators, off-takers, and grid stakeholders
• Draft and review contractual notices, correspondence, and communications
• Support contract administration across EPC, BOP, TSA, and early works contracts
• Assess and manage claims, variations, and extensions of time (EOTs)
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution processes
• Identify, manage, and escalate contractual risks
• Maintain and improve contract management systems, trackers, and record-keeping
• Provide contractual guidance to asset management and project teams
• Ensure compliance with project agreements and commercial obligations

Qualifications

• LLB / BCom (Law) / BA (Law)
• Admission as an Attorney

Required Skills

• 5+ years post-qualification experience
• Strong experience in O&M and construction contract management
• Exposure to EPC, BOP, and renewable energy projects (IPP / REIPPPP preferred)
• Experience managing off-taker and project finance-linked agreements