Senior Contracts Manager

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Senior Contracts Manager

The candidate will be responsible for developing, drafting, negotiating and executing multi-million dollar utility-scale solar contracts with EPC contractors and equipment suppliers. Work cross-organizationally to ensure that alternate contracting strategies are considered at the earliest stages of technical specification, and that commercial factors are fully evaluated in early stage negotiations and project development decisions. Run EPC RFP, prepare, negotiate and execute utility scale solar contracts (EPC and major equipment) that meet the company’s objectives for safety, delivery, performance, schedule, quality, price and terms & conditions. Work closely with Development, Engineering, Finance, Legal, Permitting and other functions to ensure an integrated contracting approach. Develop and deploy negotiations strategies to achieve favorable outcomes during contract negotiations and dispute resolutions. Analyze and manage risk in contracting with vendors and be familiar with evolving quality factors within the PV and storage industries. Report the contract status and schedule with project teams and management on regular basis. Maintain documented files to accurately present a clear trail with regards to contract templates, approvals, executed contracts, and pending contracts. Develop contract highlights & checklists for the project management and operations teams to better facilitate the management of contracts throughout the construction and operations phases. Interpret existing contracts and advise the project management and operations teams on contractual and interpretation issues. Conduct business dealings with the highest level of integrity and regard for legal and environmental issues. Provides support to the preconstruction team during the due diligence and RFP stages. Demonstrate sound judgment and decision making even in ambiguous situations. Maintain supplier quality standards to ensure the Company's quality requirements are met with each and every delivery.

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Job ID: 27427786

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8400 Normandale Lake Blvd, Suite 1200,
Bloomington
Minnesota
United States 55437