Mgr/ Sr Manager- Contract Admin/ management for Renewable Energy, Mumbai

Talent Leads Consultants; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Leads Consultants is seeking a Renewable Energy Contract Administrator in Mumbai, India. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of contract management experience, preferably in renewable energy projects. Key responsibilities include negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance, and leading a team of contract managers. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field is required, along with exceptional negotiation and leadership skills. This role focuses on managing high-value contracts for solar and wind projects, ensuring stakeholder alignment and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in contract management and procurement.
• Experience with large-scale EPC or infrastructure projects in renewable energy.
• In-depth understanding of industry-standard contract forms like FIDIC.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex contract negotiations for major renewable energy contracts.
• Oversee contract lifecycle management to comply with regulations.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks and provide strategic advice.
• Ensure compliance with local and international laws.
• Manage and mentor contract management teams.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on contracts.
• Drive process optimization and implement CLM systems.
• Lead resolution of contractual disputes and manage claims.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Business Administration, or Law

J.D. or Master's degree

Professional certifications (e.g., Certified Contract Management)

Job description

Job Description:

A Renewable Energy Contract Administrator manages the full lifecycle of contracts (PPAs, EPC, vendor agreements) for solar/wind projects, focusing on compliance, risk mitigation, and stakeholder coordination, involving drafting/reviewing documents, tracking obligations, managing variations, ensuring timely payments/deliverables, and reporting on KPIs like availability and performance.

Key duties include liaising with legal, engineering, and site teams, handling EOTs/claims, and maintaining contract registers for site meetings, financial reconciliation, and dispute resolution, requiring strong technical understanding, commercial acumen, and industry experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Contract Negotiation: Lead and manage complex, high‑value negotiations for major contracts, including Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contracts, Operations & Maintenance (O&M) agreements, Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), and equipment supply contracts (e.g., inverters, solar panels, wind turbines, BESS).
• Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM): Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, from drafting and review to execution, administration, renewal, or termination, ensuring all stages are managed efficiently and comply with internal policies and external regulations.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate contractual risks and opportunities, providing strategic advice to senior leadership on potential legal, commercial, and financial impacts.
• Compliance and Governance: Ensure all contractual activities adhere to relevant local, national, and international laws and industry‑specific regulations, such as those from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) or other governing bodies.
• Team Leadership and Development: Manage, mentor, and provide technical leadership to a team of contract managers and specialists, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Serve as a primary point of contact for internal teams (legal, finance, sales, project management, engineering) and external parties (vendors, contractors, developers, government agencies) to align contract terms with organizational objectives.
• Process Optimization: Drive continuous improvement and digital transformation initiatives, including the selection and implementation of Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.
• Dispute Resolution and Claims Management: Lead the resolution of contractual disputes and manage claims processes, working with legal teams to protect the company’s interests.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil), Quantity Surveying, Business Administration, or Law is typically required. A J.D., Master's degree, or professional certifications (e.g., Certified Contract Management (CCM)) can be advantageous.
• Experience: A minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in contract management and procurement, with substantial experience in large‑scale EPC or infrastructure projects, preferably within the renewable energy (solar, wind, BESS) or power sector.
• Skills: Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities are essential. The role demands strong leadership capabilities, commercial acumen, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Industry Knowledge: In‑depth understanding of industry‑standard contract forms (e.g., FIDIC), supply chain dynamics in the renewable sector, and technical aspects of renewable energy projects is highly valued.