Contracts & Commercial Specialist - Construction & Energy

Sarens; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarens is seeking a Contracts Administrator to support the Head of Department and project teams throughout the lifecycle of construction, heavy lifting, and renewable energy projects in Cape Town. You will manage contract administration, documentation, and commercial processes to ensure timely deliveries and compliance across multiple projects.

The role requires 3–5 years in contract administration, familiarity with relevant contracts, and strong Excel/communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in contract administration or related project controls.
• Experience in construction, heavy lifting, infrastructure, energy, or renewable energy projects is advantageous.
• Knowledge of FIDIC, NEC, GCC, or similar contract frameworks is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain project contracts and related documentation.
• Monitor contractual obligations, milestones, deliverables and deadlines.
• Track guarantees, insurances, notices and project deliverables, and assist close-out activities.
• Prepare and manage contractual correspondence and maintain registers and audit trails.
• Assist with extensions of time (EOTs), claims, variations, and change orders.
• Support progress payment applications, payment certificates and liaison with Finance.

Skills

Contract management

Documentation control

Stakeholder engagement

Advanced Excel

Education

Related field degree

Law knowledge

Job description

Sarens is seeking a Contracts Administrator to support the Head of Department and project teams throughout the lifecycle of construction, heavy lifting, and renewable energy projects in Cape Town. You will manage contract administration, documentation, and commercial processes to ensure timely deliveries and compliance across multiple projects.

The role requires 3–5 years in contract administration, familiarity with relevant contracts, and strong Excel/communication skills.