Senior Contract Administrator (Wind): 12 Month Contract

In brief

**Overview** This is a 12-month contract role for a Senior Contract Administrator focusing on Wind projects at Scatec ASA. The successful candidate will provide support to operations by overseeing Contracts Administrator and Quantity Surveying activities for projects in the PV, BESS, and Wind sectors. The role directly supports Procurement and Logistic Managers, Supply Chain Managers, and Project Managers through the Development, Structuring, and Delivery stages, with the primary objective of leading and managing the formulation, implementation, and execution of Construction and Supply Contracts. A key focus is on leading sourcing and contracting for Wind-specific packages, including turbine supply, foundations, cabling, substation, and grid-connection equipment. **What you will do** * Establish Contract and Procurement Strategies and assist in developing contract strategies for projects. * Prepare EPC Contracts and Subcontracts. * Collaborate closely with legal, project management, supply chain management, technical management, and other relevant disciplines to prepare robust Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contracts and subcontracts. * Ensure contracts are designed to minimize interface-related risks, mitigate schedule slippage, and prevent cost escalation. * Manage Contractor Selection, overseeing the prequalification and initial selection of key contractors and subcontractors. * Facilitate the tendering process, evaluate proposals, and conduct negotiations to finalize contracts for implementation in line with the procurement strategy. * Undertake Commercial Management of Subcontractors. * Prepare Project Reporting and generate comprehensive reports on Construction Contracts. * Provide detailed insights into the Contract status, claims, cashflow forecasts, and risks. * Lead commercial strategy and negotiations for Wind Turbine Supply Agreements, Long-Term Framework Agreements, and project-specific turbine contracts. * Act as the lead for wind turbine packages across Scatec’s global wind project portfolio, from early development through construction. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * BSc. QS Hons - or relevant technical or commercial qualification or Technical or legal supplementary degree. * 5+ years’ Construction Contract Administration experience with the FIDIC suite of contracts in companies with strong procurement and Supply Chain Management practices. * Comprehensive knowledge of Contracts suites, NEC, GCC and FIDIC. * EPC Contractors scope and EPC Contractors Schedule - ensuring activities and deliverables. * Quantity Survey education and Project Management experience. * Relevant courses in the FIDIC Contractual Framework and/or other relevant internationally renowned contract standards. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for an experienced Contract Administrator with a strong background in construction contract administration (minimum 5 years), particularly within the renewable energy sector, with a specific focus on wind projects but also encompassing PV and BESS. The ideal candidate will possess a Quantity Surveying (BSc. QS Hons) or equivalent technical/commercial/legal qualification, alongside demonstrable experience with international contract suites such as FIDIC, NEC, and GCC. They should have project management experience and be adept at managing the full lifecycle of construction and supply contracts, including strategy development, tendering, negotiation, and reporting. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/senior-contract-administrator-wind-12-month-contract-scatec Source: myjobmag

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