Contracts Manager - Solar Infrastructure

Job Description

Contracts Manager - Solar Infrastructure

Location: Sydney, NSW.

About the Employer

Our client is an engineering and construction business working across transport, defence and major infrastructure. It combines project delivery expertise with a focus on collaboration, technical improvement and sustainable outcomes.

The Opportunity

Lead upstream contract management for a major solar construction development in regional New South Wales. Reporting to commercial leadership, you will protect project entitlements and margins while maintaining a constructive relationship with the principal client. Regular travel to the regional project site is required.

Your Responsibilities

• Own head-contract obligations, deliverables and notice compliance.

• Develop commercial strategies to manage risk, maximise entitlements and improve project returns.

• Lead upstream variations, extensions of time and commercial claims.

• Represent the project in client commercial discussions and negotiations.

• Advise delivery teams on contractual risks and opportunities.

• Prepare commercial reports, forecasts and cash-flow information.

• Manage early dispute avoidance and resolution while protecting the contractual position.

Requirements

Skills, Education and Requirements

• Extensive contract or senior commercial management experience with Tier 1/2 heavy civil, infrastructure or renewable energy contractors.

• A strong record managing complex head contracts and client-side commercial negotiations.

• Large solar, wind or BESS project experience is advantageous.

• Ability to translate contract provisions into practical delivery advice.

• Strong analytical judgement, negotiation and relationship management.

• Willingness to travel regularly to regional NSW.

Benefits

Why Join?

• Remuneration aligned with market conditions, experience and contribution.

• Opportunities to develop across transport, defence and renewable energy projects.

• Ongoing professional learning and pathways into future leadership roles.

• Parental leave provisions that accommodate different family needs.

• Flexible arrangements may be discussed according to the position and project requirements.

Applications from diverse backgrounds are welcomed.

How to Apply:

1. Complete the short online candidate registration form: https://zfrmz.com.au/sP3lVXadBxzQ63ExCfYZ

2. Send your resume to Anna at recruitment@multiculturalconsulting.com.au.

For confidential enquiries, please contact 0481 758 017 or email recruitment@multiculturalconsulting.com.au.

Requirements
Skills, Education and Requirements • Extensive contract or senior commercial management experience with Tier 1/2 heavy civil, infrastructure or renewable energy contractors. • A strong record managing complex head contracts and client-side commercial negotiations. • Large solar, wind or BESS project experience is advantageous. • Ability to translate contract provisions into practical delivery advice. • Strong analytical judgement, negotiation and relationship management. • Willingness to travel regularly to regional NSW.