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Senior Contracts Manager of Project Management Office (PMO)

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COMPANY OVERVIEW 

Hanwha Renewables, headquartered in Irvine, California, a member of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm that is among the eight largest business enterprises in South Korea. Hanwha Renewables designs, builds and manages renewable energy solutions. The company brings a decade of global leadership in renewable energy to North America, combining best-of-world technology, processes, and partnerships to deliver utility-grade energy solutions customized for local energy markets. Hanwha Renewables offers the full spectrum of energy solutions – from power plant development, design, construction, operations, and maintenance. With proven capabilities across the renewable energy value chain, Hanwha Renewables minimizes uncertainty and risk, and helps customers achieve a higher return on their investment in renewable energy.

 

POSITION OVERVIEW

Hanwha Renewables is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to report to the Project Directors PMO, to develop contracting compliance strategies and plans, and manage the tendering, negotiation, and execution of a wide range of development contracts (PPA, MIPA, APA, BTA, and others as assigned.) The individual will lead the management of contractual and commercial obligations, deliverables, milestones, reports, manage risks and seek out opportunities to optimize and drive the performance of various supplier contracts.

The Senior Contract Manager is a critical role within the Business focusing on the delivery of large-scale solar and battery storage projects in the United States and will be part of the Project Management Office team, working with other teams to ensure our Client has effective relationships to deliver against our business strategies.

This position will be instrumental in the entire lifecycle management of multi-million-dollar contracts right from contract conceptualization, development, negotiation, award, execution to closeout, ensuring our Clients position and interest are suitably served & protected when working with the contractors under these contracts..

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform pre-award and post-award contract management activities consistent with category management and contracting strategy and process.
  • Attendance, leading, and providing contractual support in meetings, meetings with members of the Legal, Financial, Procurement and Insurance teams, and meetings with Contractors to ensure all parties are aware and informed about contract content and documentation.
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams in RFP/ ITT package preparation, tendering, bid evaluation, negotiations, contract drafting and award.
  • Implement the necessary processes and procedures required to develop and contract each project.
  • Prepare, negotiate, and complete all business contracts with minimal supervision for the business.
  • Act as primary focal point for internal & external stakeholders on all contractual matters from project inception to closeout.
  • Anticipate contractual and commercial risks, opportunities and threats and implement control measures in accordance with policies and procedures.
  • Negotiation and resolution of complex contractual issues with strong commercial and contractual acumen.
  • Prepare Non-Disclosure Agreements, contract amendments and other contract types with minimal supervision.
  • Change Order management including ability to settle claims and disputes.
  • Coordinate all internal legal, insurance, procurement, and other necessary activities for projects.
  • Maintain value adding relationships with all contractors and suppliers.
  • Monitor contractor performance to ensure quality, safety and cost targets are met and projects are implemented in a manner consistent with the contract terms and sound commercial and risk management practices.
  • Work within industry to identify potential for supply chain inclusion/expansion.
  • Work within Contracts and Project Teams as lead on contracting strategies and project business cases and financing.
  • Comfortable managing cross-functional and commercial matters independently.
  • Robust archive management of contract documents, amendments, correspondence, contractual deliverables, claims and disputes with the capacity to generate reliable reports
  • Handle internal and external audits. Ensure contracting activities comply with procedures & audit requirements.
  • Develop and present materials and analysis to senior leadership and influence senior management decision making.
  • Drive continuous improvement to improve processes and to ensure critical goals are met
  • Provide contract support to one or more projects, if required.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline – Business, Engineering, Contract Management, Legal background, Project Management, Construction Management, or commercially orientated qualification.
  • IT literate, with the ability to operate Microsoft Office systems and other IT-based project management software. (Knowledge and previous experience of SAP is advantageous)
  • Extensive commercial, contractual, technical, and practical knowledge of energy industry standards.
  • Experience managing, evaluating, and selecting suppliers preferably within the energy industry.
  • Experience with Requests for Proposals and tender processes for contracts.
  • Experience tracking contract information for implementation.
  • Extensive experience in the management of multidisciplinary contracting strategies.
  • Proven track record delivering complex contracts preferably within the energy industry.
  • Proactive and diligent approach with a high degree of self-motivation and flexibility in the event of unforeseen needs.
  • Excellent project management and leadership skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong focus on results.
  • Ability to work under pressure and within tight deadlines.
  • Able to adapt and work in a fast-paced working environment and responsive to change.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and sustainability reporting tools and databases.

 

MINIMUM CRITERIA

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline – Business or similar, Engineering, Contract Management, Legal background, Project Management, Construction Management, or commercially orientated qualification.
  • Strong understanding of contract content and contracting processes including issuing Requests for Proposals, managing tenders, evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and driving forward contract execution.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced working environment and be responsive to change.
  • Excellent project management and leadership skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience with contracting in energy industry and knowledge of energy industry standards.

 

$140,000 - $170,000 Salary

 

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 Hanwha Renewables provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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