Reference No. 099-1028KV

Reference Number: 099-1028KV

Job Description:

Our client, a Cape Town-based IPP specialising in the development, financing, construction and ownership of renewable energy projects, is seeking an experienced Commercial & Contracts Manager to oversee the commercial and contractual management of its solar PV and battery energy storage projects. The person will be responsible for maintaining the commercial integrity of project contracts, including EPC, O&M, Asset Management and PPAs. The role will focus on protecting the company's commercial interests, managing contractual obligations and mitigating commercial risks as projects progress through financial close and construction

Responsibilities:

• Manage project contracts from a commercial perspective, including EPC, O&M, Asset Management and PPAs.
• Oversee contractual variations, including assessment, negotiation, approval and implementation.
• Manage the preparation, defence, negotiation and resolution of contractual claims.
• Prepare and manage contractual notices, correspondence and related documentation.
• Oversee EPC and O&M contractor payment applications, ensuring compliance with contractual milestones and Owner's Engineer (OE) certification.
• Calculate and enforce Delay Liquidated Damages (DLDs) and applicable performance-related contractual obligations.
• Support contractual dispute management and develop commercial strategies to mitigate project risks and protect the company's interests.
• Work closely with the Project Director on commercial negotiations and contractual matters.
• Manage project document control systems, contractual correspondence and transmittal processes.
• Provide commercial and financial oversight, including monitoring contractual commitments, project costs and financial exposure.
• Monitor compliance with statutory and contractual requirements, including permits, conditions, B-BBEE and Economic Development (ED) obligations.
• Manage project variations, contractual amendments and associated change-control processes.
• Oversee project contingency certification and control.
• Liaise with EPC contractors, legal advisors, Project Engineers and the Owner's Engineer regarding commercial and contractual matters.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Relevant degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, Law, Finance or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in commercial and contract management, preferably within EPC, energy, infrastructure, construction or renewable energy projects.
• Proven experience managing project contracts, including contractual variations, claims, notices, payment applications and negotiations.
• Experience working with FIDIC Silver Book contracts.
• Strong understanding of contractual risk management, liquidated damages, payment milestones and dispute resolution.
• Demonstrated experience in commercial negotiations, contract administration and managing contractual obligations.
• Ability to work effectively with EPC contractors, legal advisors, project controls teams and technical stakeholders.
• Strong commercial, analytical, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience in renewable energy or large-scale infrastructure projects will be advantageous.

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Kerrin van Schalkwyk

Executive Talent Consultant           

CA Mining

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