Electrical EPC Contract Manager

Leaders in Renewable Energy Development G7 Renewable Energies is a South African renewable energy developer and Independent Power Producer (IPP) focused on the development, financing, construction and operation of utility-scale wind, solar PV and battery energy storage (BESS) projects.

Since 2008, G7 has built a proven track record of originating, developing and delivering renewable energy projects across South Africa. The company has successfully developed and realised more than 1 GW of renewable energy capacity that has either reached construction or commercial operation and is currently advancing a development pipeline exceeding 7 GW .

With expertise spanning project origination, permitting, grid connection, financing, construction and operations, G7 has established itself as a trusted partner in South Africa's energy transition, delivering utility-scale projects that support a more sustainable, secure and resilient energy future.

Your Opportunity

The Electrical EPC Contract Manager is responsible for the commercial, contractual, technical, and delivery oversight of Electrical Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contracts associated with utility-scale renewable energy projects, including wind, solar PV, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, transmission lines, and grid connection infrastructure.

The role ensures that EPC contractors execute contractual obligations safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality standards while protecting G7's commercial and legal interests throughout the project lifecycle.

The incumbent will manage contract administration, commercial risk, claims management, change control, contractor performance, stakeholder engagement, and project governance while coordinating closely with development, engineering, project delivery, legal, procurement, and operations teams.

This specification aligns with a candidate profile that combines strong electrical engineering expertise, renewable energy project delivery experience, and EPC contract management capability , making it suitable for managing G7's utility-scale renewable energy construction contracts.

Role-Specific Responsibilities

Contract Management & Administration

• Lead the administration of Electrical EPC contracts from project award through commissioning and final completion.
• Manage all contractual obligations, rights, notices, correspondence, and record-keeping requirements.
• Interpret contract terms and provide guidance on obligations, risks, and entitlements.
• Ensure compliance with EPC agreements, technical specifications, employer requirements, and project schedules.
• Manage contractual interfaces between EPC contractors, Owner's Engineers, OEMs, grid operators, and key stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain contract management processes, controls, templates, and reporting systems.
• Maintain contract compliance registers and ensure contractual deliverables are met.

Commercial & Risk Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual, commercial, and execution risks.
• Evaluate contractor claims, variations, extensions of time, and compensation events.
• Lead negotiations relating to contractual disputes, contract amendments, and commercial settlements.
• Review and manage project budgets relating to EPC contractual matters.
• Support procurement and legal teams during contract drafting, tender evaluations, and negotiations.
• Monitor contractor performance against key commercial indicators.
• Manage payment certification processes and ensure compliance with contractual milestones.

Project Delivery & Technical Oversight

• Monitor contractor performance throughout engineering, procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning phases.
• Coordinate technical and commercial interfaces across contractors and project packages.
• Ensure EPC deliverables meet contractual and technical requirements.
• Support project teams in managing design changes and technical deviations.
• Review project schedules and assess contractual impacts of delays.
• Participate in project progress reviews, risk assessments, and steering committee meetings.
• Assist in resolving technical-commercial issues affecting project delivery.

Change Management & Claims Management

• Establish and manage formal change control procedures.
• Evaluate change requests, variations, and contractor submissions.
• Assess schedule, cost, and contractual impacts of changes.
• Maintain variation registers and claims documentation.
• Manage dispute avoidance and resolution activities.
• Support the preparation and defence of contractual claims and counterclaims.

Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with EPC contractors, consultants, OEMs, utilities, lenders, and project stakeholders.
• Act as the primary contractual interface between G7 and EPC contractors.
• Facilitate communication and coordination between engineering, procurement, legal, commercial, and construction teams.
• Prepare contractual and commercial reports for senior management.
• Present project status, risk exposure, and contractual issues to executive stakeholders.

Governance, Compliance and Quality

• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, industry regulations, and project governance requirements.
• Support compliance with applicable grid codes, NERSA requirements, Eskom standards, environmental approvals, and industry regulations.
• Ensure appropriate documentation and audit readiness throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, environmental, and quality compliance.

Ad Hoc Responsibilities

• Support due diligence activities for acquisitions and project investments.
• Assist with contract strategy development on new projects.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to project engineers and contract administrators.
• Undertake special projects and strategic initiatives as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Engineering Management or related discipline
• Additional Qualification: BEng (Hons) Engineering Management, Technology Management, Project Management, Contract Management or equivalent advantageous
• Professional Memberships: ECSA Registration (Pr Eng / Candidate Engineer) advantageous

Experience

Minimum 8-10 years' experience in electrical engineering, grid infrastructure, substations, transmission systems, renewable energy projects, EPC execution and contractor management

Contract Management Experience

Minimum 5 years' experience managing EPC, Balance of Plant (BoP), grid connection, substation or major infrastructure contracts

Preferred Industry

• Renewable Energy, Power Generation, Grid Infrastructure, EPC Construction

Role-Specific Skills & Knowledge

• Experience as a Contract Manager on large infrastructure or renewable energy projects.
• Proven experience managing EPC, BoP, transmission line, substation, or grid connection contracts.
• Strong technical understanding of HV, MV and LV electrical systems.
• Experience with Eskom, grid connection agreements, and utility-scale renewable projects.
• Previous experience in roles such as:
• Contract Manager
• Senior Electrical Engineer (Grid/MV/HV)
• Electrical Engineer (Grid/MV/HV)
• Senior Operations Engineer
• Systems Generation Engineer
• Grid Engineer
• Experience across project development, execution, commissioning, and operational phases of renewable energy facilities.
• Strong negotiation, commercial management, and claims resolution abilities.

Technical:

• EPC Contract Management
• FIDIC Contract Administration
• NEC Contract Administration
• Claims Management
• Change Control Management
• Commercial Risk Management
• Project Controls
• Grid Connection Infrastructure
• Electrical Substations
• HV/MV/LV Systems
• Renewables Project Delivery
• Construction Management
• Commissioning and Testing
• Contractor Performance Management
• Procurement and Tendering

Required Competencies

G7 Values

• Integrity
• Courage
• Passion
• Collaborative Innovation
• Responsibility
• Improvement

G7 Culture

• Achievement Through Learning

Behavioral:

• Leadership
• Strategic Thinking
• Negotiation Skills
• Conflict Resolution
• Commercial Acumen
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Risk Assessment
• Decision Making
• Planning and Coordination
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Communication and Presentation Skills
• Emotional Intelligence
• Analytical Thinking
• Influencing Skills

Systems & Software

• Microsoft Office Suite
• MS Project or Primavera P6
• Contract Management Systems
• ERP Platforms
• SharePoint
• Power BI (advantageous)

" We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law ."