Contracts Manager (Wind, Solar & BESS)

Noa Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative renewable energy company based in South Africa seeks a Contracts Manager to oversee contract management for renewable energy projects. The successful candidate will have between 5 and 10 years of experience in contracts management, preferably within the renewable energy sector. Responsibilities include drafting notices, managing costs, evaluating invoices, and mitigating risks. Strong problem-solving and organizational skills are essential, along with effective communication abilities. A relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years relevant experience in Contracts Management.
• Minimum 5 years in the renewable energy sector.
• Thorough understanding of policies, procedures, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage various Contracts for multi-party renewable energy projects.
• Draft notices and maintain the Notice Register.
• Evaluate invoices and manage Variation Orders.
• Coordinate and lead bi-weekly internal progress meetings.
• Identifying and mitigating contractual and commercial risks.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Record and information management

Education

Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying/Project Administration

Job description

About NOA

NOA is an integrated renewable energy independent power producer, established to provide its customers with innovative and flexible solutions on their journey towards ‘Net Zero’ emissions and low-cost clean energy – by wheeling the energy generated by utility scale solar and wind generation facilities, augmented by battery energy storage systems.

• At NOA, we're building utility-scale renewable energy facilities across the country, bringing clean, affordable energy to South Africa's biggest businesses.
• Our team of energy sector veterans is on a mission to deliver 10GW of clean energy over the next 10 years. This is why we will succeed:
• We have a demonstrated track record of completing renewable energy projects, with 30MW already in operation and 1475 MW in construction
• We have built partnerships with South Africa's most successful renewable energy project developers, both in the private and public sectors
• We have secured a NERSA trading license to simplify procurement, financing, and supply of renewable energy
• We have a strong balance sheet with equity funding from a leading African infrastructure investment manager, AIIM
• Our innovative capital and operational structure is backed by several top-tier debt providers
• We've collected some of the smartest and most forward-thinking experts in their field into our team, driven by a united purpose to move the needle in South Africa's energy landscape.

About the role

The Contracts Manager is responsible for the management of various Contracts for multi‑party renewable energy projects as well as the monitoring and processing of the required work scope which includes, but is not limited to, managing of variations and working closely with the project planning function.

Key Accountabilities

Notices

• Drafting of notices under the different Contracts.
• Record keeping and maintaining of the Notice Register comprising of Notices to and from the Contractor.
• Circulation of the different Notices to relevant stakeholders.

Cost Management

• Management of the cost allocated to each consultant by keeping track of all invoices and setting them off against the allocated budget.
• Creating purchase orders for new Agreements.
• Checking and evaluating invoices.
• Proactively manage and process Variation Orders.
• Evaluate and finalize the monthly Cost certificate.

Reports

• Providing input to the NOA construction and maintenance reports.
• Consolidating and providing input into the monthly report and the CTA reports.
• Coordinate and lead the bi‑weekly internal progress meeting.
• Reviewing the Monthly Progress report from the Contractor and ensuring that the notice register provided corresponds to the internal register.
• Provides input to the Quarterly Project Presentation.

Contract Management

• Development and management of the Contract Management Schedule by ensuring that the team is aware of the Contractual requirements of all the parties at the different stages of the Project.

Risk

• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks associated with each project.
• Assisting with populating the Risk Register.

Meeting records

• Attendance of all key meetings and taking minutes/action points of the meeting.
• Distribution of accurate meeting minutes to relevant stakeholders.
• Circulates monthly Contractor CPM Schedule to NOA Trading.
• Traveling and attending on‑site meetings as and when required. Candidate must have a valid SA driver’s license.

Company Secretarial duties

• Involved in the Company due diligence.

Position Specific Requirements

Qualifications

• Education: Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying/Project Administration or equivalent.

Experience

• 5 to 10 years relevant experience in the Contracts Management field with 5 years of experience in the renewable energy sector.

Industry knowledge, technical competence and skills

• Thorough understanding of relevant policies, procedures and standards.
• Record and information management.
• Detailed understanding and interpretation of contracts.
• Understanding the principles of Financial Accounting.

Behavioural Competencies / Performance Drivers

• Strong problem‑solving skills with a systematic mindset.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills, with an ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Flexibility to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, high‑growth business environment.
• Excellent writing skills.

Cultural Fit & Values

• We are problem solvers: Tackle settlement challenges with creativity and persistence.
• We improve continuously: Seek out smarter, more efficient ways of working.
• We think, and act, big: Use settlements as a lever to maximise renewable penetration and transform the energy system.
• We are all‑in: Commit fully to supporting clients, colleagues, and NOA’s mission.
• We step forward: Take ownership, lead change, and guide clients with confidence.
• We speak simply and truthfully: Communicate clearly, transparently, and with integrity.
• We savour the journey: Celebrate progress, value learning, and foster teamwork.

Please note that preference will be given to candidates in line with NOA’s diversity and inclusion policies.