EPC Contracts Manager [Hybrid] - EDF Renewables North America

Scope of Position

EDF Renewables North America is a market-leading independent power producer and service provider with over 35 years of experience. We deliver grid-scale power: wind (onshore and offshore), solar photovoltaic, and storage projects; distribution-scale power: solar and storage; asset optimization: technical, operational, and commercial expertise to maximize the performance of generating projects, and onsite solutions, through the Company’s PowerFlex affiliate, offering a full suite of onsite energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers: solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems, and microgrids.

To support the build-out of EDF Renewables’ project portfolio, the EPC Contract Manager is responsible for managing Engineering, Procurement and Construction (“EPC”) contract negotiations and coordinating commercial/legal reviews to ensure timely execution of agreements and provide support to project teams throughout contract fulfillment.

Responsibilities

EPC Contract Negotiation

• Work with key stakeholders to ensure timely preparation and execution of requests for proposals, term sheets, exhibits, and other related contract documents.
• Coordinate and collaborate with legal, procurement, construction, commercial, risk management, tax, accounting, and other key stakeholders during EPC contract negotiations.
• Lead commercial negotiations and RFP discussions with counterparties.
• Lead commercial meetings with reviewing and finalizing EPC contract exhibits and other related documents.
• Review, evaluate, and address counterparty’s commercial comments and provide recommendations to key stakeholders.
• Develop and implement procedures for the timely handover of executed agreements to internal teams.
• Maintain version control of EPC contracts, exhibits, and related documents.
• Draft and negotiate commercial terms and conditions in the EPC contracts;
• Prepare fully compiled execution versions of EPC contracts and other contracts; and
• Provide contract support for project execution teams during the construction phase.

Contract management

• Track commercial decisions across EDF Renewables’ project portfolio to maintain consistency throughout EPC contracts and other contracts.
• Establish and maintain processes to provide uniformity and efficiency in contract negotiations.
• Consult and collaborate with other departments on how upstream/downstream contract terms affect construction contracts/activities; and
• Maintain contract templates and contract library, including, exhibits, master services agreements, and EPC contracts.

Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

100% of time is spent in the office environment, utilizing computers (frequent use of various Microsoft software/programs), phones, and general office equipment. 0% of time is spent outside of the office visiting vendors’ and/or internal customers’ sites in additional to attending various conferences and meetings.

Qualifications

Education/Experience –

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related discipline.
• Law degree is a plus (but not required).
• A minimum of five years' experience in contract negotiation and contract management preferably in the solar or construction industry.
• Experience negotiating, reviewing, and editing complex construction and procurement contracts.
• Capable of managing numerous, challenging work assignments simultaneously (with attention to detail) under aggressive deadlines in a fast-paced environment, and willing to work extended hours when necessary.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, by openly communicating, actively listening, challenging ideas and processes, and setting reasonable expectations to achieve the best possible outcome. This includes the ability to effectively advise colleagues and team members on commercial risks and issues.
• Excellent relationship-building skills.
• Team player with the ability to work well with colleagues and team members to foster creativity and leverage individual strengths; and
• Superior decision-making and problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to exercise sound business judgment.
• Experience with project or contract management software such as Procore, Malbek.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities –

• Ability to conduct negotiations and find solutions in a constructive manner.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with respect to conflicting interests.
• Strong sense of ownership and responsibility, a strong work ethic, ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be detail oriented and demonstrate excellent organizational skills, including the ability to deal effectively with competing priorities and deadlines, and handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment; and
• Excellent oral, written, and MS Office Suite (Word) and document control skills.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work in a standard office environment.

This role’s annual base salary range is between $91,000 and $152,000.

In addition, EDF Renewables offers best-in-class employment incentives, including.

• Competitive Bonus incentives: This position is eligible for our annual bonus program
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: EDF Renewables USA provides low-cost health & wellness premium coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Rewarding 401k Package: EDF Renewables provides a generous contribution with immediate vesting

We are also proud to offer:

• Favorable time off programs, including paid parental leave
• Rewarding Learning & Development Opportunities
• Supportive Mentorship & Buddy Programs

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of Delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.