Quantity Surveyor/ Contract Administrator

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position
Currently we are looking for a
Quantity Surveyor/ Contract Administrator
in Bucharest, Romania to be part of our global team working together towards our vision –
Improving our future.
As our Quantity Surveyor/ Contract Administrator you will be providing support to the Operations organization by overseeing Contracts Administration and Quantity Surveying activities for projects in the PV, BESS and Wind sector; as well as conducting site progress measurement and follow up of contracts in accordance with the corporate standards, policies and procedures.

Main Responsibilities

• Operating System: Follow the guidelines and prescribed structures as outlined by the operating system; provide continuous input towards improvement and optimisation of the operating system; successfully implement the operating system throughout the development, structuring and execution phase of the Project.
• Tenders: Assist to prepare tender documents with the input of engineering, quality, HSE and other relevant departments in accordance with policies and procedures; prepare cost calculations and detailed estimations for construction project tenders; commercial assessment of tenders and alignment of bills of quantities; participate in tender clarification meetings.
• Preparation of contracts: Assist in preparing contracts for major purchases, consultants and construction.
• Management of contracts: Assist with drafting contract correspondence, variation orders and notices in accordance with the contract; maintain a contract register depicting correspondence in and out, variations, contract risks and final account details; ensure that Work Package Manager and Project Manager is kept abreast of critical topics that have the potential to affect time, cost or quality; identify and measure the quantities of construction elements; settle site disputes on quantities and minor contract issues; liaise with Project Controller and set up a system to ensure all Contract changes are traceable from start to finish so that an auditable trail is available; receive and check invoices, prepare payment certificates in accordance with the contracts.

Qualifications And Competencies

• Sc. QS (Hons) - or Civil Engineering (or relevant technical or commercial qualification)
• 5+ years Construction Contract Administration experience with the FIDIC suite of contracts in companies with strong procurement and Supply Chain Management practices
• Comprehensive knowledge of: Contracts suites, NEC, GCC and FIDIC, as well as EPC Contractors scope
• Excellent management, communication and team working skills
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken

Personal characteristics
It is part of every employees' terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable : demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

We offer
Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference. Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.