Contracts Manager – Ruakākā Solar Farm (12-Month Fixed-Term)

NED • Full-time • 4h ago

Introduction

Drive Contracts & Compliance on the Ruakākā Solar Farm!

New Energy are looking for a Contracts Manager to oversee all contractual, compliance, and formal communication aspects of the Ruakākā Solar Farm. You’ll ensure contract obligations, notices, variations, resource consents, and regulatory requirements are met, and provide clear, timely advice to Project Managers.

This is an advisory and governance-focused role - you won’t manage costs or schedules but will be critical in keeping the project on track.

Description

What You'll Do:

Manage head contracts, subcontracts, and supplier agreements.
Interpret and apply construction contracts (specifically FIDIC Yellow Book 2017).
Prepare formal correspondence, ensuring PM approval before issuing.
Review drawings, quantify work, and manage revisions.
Advise Project Managers and project teams on contractual and compliance matters.
Support procurement and ensure supplier contract compliance.
Identify and report contractual and financial risks; maintain accurate records.
Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders.

Skills And Experiences

What You’ll Bring

Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Engineering, or related discipline.
Extensive contracts management experience in construction or infrastructure projects.
Knowledge of construction contracts, specifically FIDIC (Yellow Book 2017).
Experience reviewing drawing revisions and quantifying construction work.
NZ Driver’s Licence Class 1 (Restricted or Full).
Proficiency in MS Project, MS Suite, Smartsheet, and document management systems (e.g., Procore or similar).
Analytical, detail-oriented, solutions-focused, and collaborative.

Apply Today!
If you have an experience in contract management and are ready to contribute to a major renewable energy project, don't miss this opportunity.

Note - Candidates must be eligible to work in New Zealand and pre-employment drug and alcohol testing applies.

For more information, email us at recruitment@newenergy.co.nz