Contract Administrator, Development

About the Role

The company is seeking a detail‑oriented, proactive Contract Administrator to support the Development Team in advancing clean‑energy projects. This role will manage services contracts from initiation through closeout, ensure timely execution, compliance, invoicing, and payment, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to keep development timelines on track. • Administer services contracts throughout the project lifecycle, from initiation to closeout. • Track contract status, deadlines, and deliverables, ensuring timely execution and compliance. • Coordinate with internal teams (Legal, Development, Environmental, Land) and external partners to facilitate contract preparation, reviews, and execution. • Coordinate the processing and payment of invoices with Development and Accounts Payable. • Maintain organized records and databases of contracts, amendments, invoices, payments, and related documentation. • Support the Development Team in identifying contract bottlenecks and proactively resolving issues. • Assist in reviewing third‑party agreements for consistency and accuracy. • Ensure alignment with company policies, regulatory requirements, and project‑specific needs. • Provide regular updates to Development leadership on contract progress and outstanding items.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸contract management
• ▸status tracking
• ▸stakeholder coordination
• ▸invoice processing
• ▸record keeping
• ▸compliance monitoring

What You Bring

• 3+ years of experience in business administration, preferably in contract administration. • Familiarity with renewable energy, infrastructure development, or real‑estate is strongly preferred. • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. • Proficiency in Contract Lifecycle Management software, Concur, and Microsoft Office Suite strongly preferred. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, deadline‑driven environment. • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal Studies, or a related field preferred.

Requirements

• ▸contract admin
• ▸renewable energy
• ▸concur
• ▸microsoft office
• ▸bachelor’s degree
• ▸organizational skills

Benefits

Avantus offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k) matching, medical and dental plan options, and flexible PTO. The organization is an equal‑opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion. The base salary range for this full‑time position in California is $93,000 — $109,000 USD, with additional bonus and benefits. Final pay is determined by location, skills, experience, and education, and the recruiter can provide specific details during the hiring process.

Work Environment

Hybrid