Contracts Manager (m/w/d) - 12 months fixed-term contract

Job Description

We are looking for a talented civil engineer to join our dynamic team who shares our vision of a sustainable future for all of us and will actively implement it together with us. In addition to a sound education and experience in the construction industry, we are looking for someone who thinks innovatively, works in a team-oriented manner and is passionate for sustainability. Does that sound like you? Then we look forward to getting to know you.

Your contribution to the energy transition

The Contracts Manager (m/f/d) will be responsible for contract planning and administration of solar PV EPC projects in South Africa / Sub-Saharan Africa. The position is regarded as a skilled contract administration role, focused on EPC & Subcontract administration. Reporting to the Project Manager(s), the Contracts Manager m/f/d will support Supply Chain Manager(s), Project Controller(s), Engineer(s) and Construction Manager(s) as directed. Occasional travel may be required in line with business requirements. In addition to the duties mentioned above, the job holder is required to carry out other duties that are in essence part of their area of activity, according to his/ her knowledge and abilities.

As a Contracts Manager, you can look forward to the following tasks:

Contract planning

• Initial team & stakeholder engagement, supporting document criteria, communication and presentations
• Establish and maintain the contract folder structure for draft contracts and schedules
• Track and compare changes and control contract and schedule revisions
• Style and formatting for clean execution versions for circulation, prepare contracts for signature

Contract execution & obligations

• Establish and maintain the contract management folder structure relating to executed contracts
• Participation in Project Team meetings and updates
• Identification of Contract risks and opportunities, deviations, and deficiencies
• Consultation with the Project Managers on corrective actions and potential mitigations.
• Day-to-day administration and monitoring of the EPC contract to facilitate compliance with notices, obligations and deliverables required from the juwi project team
• Day-to-day administration and monitoring of major subcontractor & supplier contracts to facilitate subcontractor compliance with requirements therein
• Drafting of agreements, approvals, certificates, consents, determinations, notices, requests and compile supporting documentation thereto for the Project Managers review and approval
• Prepare contracts for signature by:
• Organise signature by authorised signatory and/or Notary /Apostille requirements
• Print hardcopies, sort, scan and compile for Project Library
• Compilation, establishment and tracking of the EPC Contract and associated project documents (IA, PPA, DCUOSA, SBA, EIA, EMP, etc.) Hold Points register (List of Deliverables), as well as other major subcontract & supplier Hold Points
• Establish, populate, track and update the contractual communication registers, as well as maintain the electronic and hardcopy file index system
• Compile and maintain templates for contractual letters, notifications and other deliverables in accordance with EPC, associate project documents and Subcontracts
• Ensure contract deliverables are received by the Client and/ or relevant stakeholders timeously
• Ensure contract deliverables are obtained by Suppliers & Subcontractors timeously
• Assist the project administrator in fulfilling the requirements for the compilation of monthly reports, and other approved forms
• In conjunction with the Quality Representative and the Project Manager, establish and co-ordinate workshops related to contract obligation process descriptions (i.e. Control of Project Communications, Payment, Insurance claim processes)
• Point of contact to advise and guide juwi project team on contractual implications, approved forms, any actions arising during execution, and escalate to Contracts Manager depending on complexity
• Establish, administer and maintain the insurance claim process and compile templates as required

Your energy is required

You impress us with these qualifications:

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Contracts Management, Law, Quantity Surveying, or a related field
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in contract administration, preferably within EPC or construction projects
• Fluent in English
• Conversant with ISO 9001 and related Quality standards and concepts
• Demonstrable ability to work in matrix organizations and to operate in a culturally diverse international environment
• An understanding of the requirements and implications of EPC projects
• Conversant with contract management and standard (FIDIC, NEC, JBCC, etc.)/ proprietary contract forms
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, MS Word, Power Point, Excel)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to take initiative and organise effectively
• Able to prioritise own workload and work independently under pressure
• Team player
• Problem solving skills
• Detail-oriented
• Process driven

Desirable Attributes

• Exposure to the South African REIPPPP
• Ability to interpret and read standard form contracts

Your energy booster at JUWI

An inspiring working environment awaits you at JUWI. Our flexible working conditions ensure that you can optimally integrate your work into your life and benefit from many advantages at the same time:

• Company culture: a space for creativity and innovation
• International teams: collaborating and communicating continuously with teams across the JUWI group fosters professional growth in a culturally diverse environment
• Structured environment: benefit from well thought out processes and procedures within our ISO 9001:2015 certified matrix organization
• Professional development: access to a wide range of opportunities for advancing your career
• Hybrid working: working from home opportunities is part of our commitment to cultivating a healthy work-life balance
• Medical Aid: we contribute a fixed amount towards your medical aid premium
• Personal Accident Insurance: we provide cover for accidents 24 hours a day, 356 days a year, world-wide
• Performance-based bonus: work toward your best performance, with your bonus also reflecting the region's performance

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This is us - a strong team shaping the future

At JUWI, we stand for a sustainable and strong future for all of us. Our motto "Power of Our Unity. Sustainable. Together. Strong" permeates everything we do, from planning to implementation.

As a pioneer in the field of renewable energy, we develop innovative solutions to drive the transition to a sustainable energy supply. Our commitment to climate protection, community and economic progress is deeply rooted in our DNA.

We look forward to meeting you.

JUWI South Africa is an equal opportunity employer. The appointment for this role will be made in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan, with due consideration given to suitably qualified candidates, from designated groups.