Data Centre - Contract Support

In brief

**Overview** This role at CBRE Excellerate is for a Data Centre Contract Support, responsible for providing comprehensive administrative, financial, and coordination support. The primary objective is to ensure the effective delivery of Data Centre facilities management services, supporting Contract Management in meeting contractual obligations, maintaining accurate records, managing subcontractor processes, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and company policies. Ultimately, the role aims to support 100% uptime of critical engineering services with zero impact on client operations. **What you will do** * **Client Billing / Invoicing:** Review and assess billing templates and schedules; maintain and update billing schedules daily; process and submit invoices timeously; issue monthly debtor statements; liaise with clients regarding unbilled revenue; resolve billing queries efficiently; ensure sufficient funds are available for all Purchase Orders (POs). * **Record Keeping:** Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract records; file contracts, amendments, Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), and reports; ensure documentation is easily accessible and audit-ready. * **Performance Monitoring:** Monitor contract compliance and service delivery; identify discrepancies and escalate where required; track subcontractor performance feedback. * **Renewals and Terminations:** Manage contract renewals, extensions, and terminations; ensure correct documentation and notifications. * **Continuous Improvement:** Identify process improvement opportunities; streamline workflows and administrative processes. * **Communication and Coordination:** Act as primary contact for contract-related queries; coordinate finance-related communication between client and finance; liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders; support HR-related administration queries at site level and escalate where required. * **Purchase Orders:** Generate purchase requests; process Goods Receipt Notes (GRNs); monitor and manage all active POs; resolve long outstanding POs. * **Cost Management:** Verify expenses against approved quotations; identify and escalate budget overruns; coordinate with finance and suppliers on cost variances. * **HR Administrative Support:** Compile and submit accurate time sheets and attendance records; monitor and report staff absence and leave in line with Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) requirements; maintain employee and training records for audit and compliance purposes; assist with coordination of training and skills development initiatives; support onboarding and exit administration processes. **Requirements (from the original advert)** **Essential:** * Grade 12 with passes in Mathematics and English. * Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a similar administrative/contract support role. * Experience with basic financial and HR administration (billing, invoicing, time sheets, leave tracking). * Proficient IT skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. **Desirable:** * Knowledge of CAFM/CMMS/PPM systems. * Experience with access request and change management systems. * Experience covering administrative, financial, and HR responsibilities. * Supervisory experience. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for an individual with at least three years of administrative or contract support experience, specifically within a facilities management or similar operational environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. They should be capable of managing financial and HR administrative tasks, maintaining accurate records, and coordinating communication between various stakeholders to support critical operations and compliance. **Deadline** 16 October 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/data-centre-contract-support-cbre-excellerate Source: myjobmag

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Microsoft Excel

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