Senior Contract Manager, APAC

Lightsource bp

. Lead the APAC Tender and Contracts process for large-scale solar, wind and storage projects from early development through to Notice to Proceed (NTP) .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeSydney • AustraliaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading tender and contracts processes for renewable energy projects, with strong skills in commercial negotiations, contract drafting, and stakeholder management. Proficient in managing multiple tenders while ensuring compliance with regional procurement practices and risk mitigation strategies.

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Tender And Contracts ManagementCommercial NegotiationStakeholder ManagementRisk Assessment And MitigationProject Management

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingClaims ManagementCost AnalysisValue ComparisonEPC/ICP/BoP Contract StructuresProject Management SystemsRenewable Energy Project ManagementTechnical And Commercial Query ResolutionGovernance Sign-Off PreparationTender Schedule Management

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationMeeting FacilitationPlanning And OrganisationRelationship BuildingProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree In EngineeringBachelor’s Degree In LawBachelor’s Degree In CommerceBachelor’s Degree In Quantity Surveying

Industry Keywords

Renewable EnergyConstruction IndustryAPAC MarketEPCsICPsMV NetworksHV NetworksProcurement PracticesTendering ProcessesContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the APAC Tender and Contracts process for large-scale solar, wind and storage projects from early development through to Notice to Proceed (NTP)
Draft and issue RFQs/ITTs, onboard new contractors, and coordinate with Development and Procurement
Work with Development, Technical/Engineering, Legal, HSE, Grid/Networks and Finance stakeholders to define requirements, resolve technical and commercial queries, and align bid evaluation criteria
Drive commercial negotiations with preferred bidders and shape contract terms and conditions
Recommend contract award decisions using risk allocation, cost analysis, and value comparisons
Prepare approval papers and secure governance sign-offs
Manage tender schedules, communications, and decision logs
Chair weekly and monthly meetings and provide reporting to peers and project teams
Support claims prevention and resolution strategies, including contractual interpretation, change management, claims and variations
Represent Lightsource bp at supplier and industry events
Contribute to continuous improvement of tendering templates, processes, and playbooks across APAC

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 10 years’ experience in the renewable energy and/or construction industry, ideally with EPCs or similar developers/owners
Strong understanding of the APAC market, including commercial models, procurement practices, and regional constraints
Project management exposure on renewable projects connected to MV and HV networks
Proven experience in commercial negotiations, contract closure, and managing claims and variations
Demonstrated delivery success and stakeholder management across multi-disciplinary teams
Strong commercial negotiation and contract drafting/review skills, including EPC/ICP/BoP or similar contract structures
Excellent ability to identify, assess and mitigate risk with confidence advising senior stakeholders
Clear, action-oriented written and verbal communication including confident meeting facilitation
Strong planning and organisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple tenders with tight deadlines
Effective relationship building skills with EPCs, ICPs, and network service providers (NSPs) at both design and construction levels
Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and resilience in fast-moving project environments
Proficiency with standard project management systems and construction industry procedures
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Law, Commerce, Quantity Surveying, or related field is preferred; or equivalent practical experience in contracts/tendering
Regional APAC travel and occasional site visits may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Retention bank
Health insurance
Pension
Other local benefits
Flexible working arrangements in line with company policy
Personal development initiatives
Charitable causes participation
Solar honey project support
Volunteering on the VIBES committee