Associate, Contracts

Invenergy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401k

Job summary

Invenergy, headquartered in Chicago, seeks an Associate, Contracts, to own and contribute to PPA, BT, and DT negotiation workstreams for renewable energy projects. You will collaborate with Development, Finance, Engineering, and Legal teams to prepare exhibits and documents for commercial transactions.

The role demands strong organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to navigate complex negotiations, with a hybrid in-office/remote schedule and opportunities to impact

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 4+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 2+ years of directly relevant experience.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Actively contribute to and take ownership of workstreams related to the preparation and negotiation of PPA, BT, and DT agreements.
• Coordinate with Development, Finance, Engineering, Legal, and other functional groups to prepare exhibits and other documentation related to commercial transactions.
• Create and maintain data rooms used to exchange transaction documents with third parties.
• Manage and organize due diligence materials requested by transaction counterparties, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Lead or significantly contribute to Invenergy's RFP responses related to PPA, BT, and DT transactions.

Skills

PPA negotiation

Contract negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree with 2+ years experience

Job description

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future. Invenergy follows a hybrid schedule, working in office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Fridays if work permits. This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description Position Overview

As an Associate, Contracts, you are a skilled professional who plays an active and meaningful role in the Invenergy Contracts team's Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), Build Transfer (BT), and Development Transfer (DT) negotiation efforts for renewable energy projects with third parties. In this role, you will take ownership of workstreams of moderate to advanced complexity and contribute independently to commercial transactions across the organization. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, communicate clearly across multiple functions, and demonstrate confidence navigating conflict, along with a solid understanding of what it takes to develop and construct utility-scale renewable energy projects. This role offers a compelling opportunity for an experienced professional looking to deepen their expertise and make a tangible impact at one of the most dynamic and entrepreneurial companies in the industry.

Invenergy follows a hybrid schedule, working in office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Fridays if work permits.

Responsibilities

Actively contribute to and take ownership of workstreams related to the preparation and negotiation of PPA, BT, and DT agreements. Coordinate with Development, Finance, Engineering, Legal, and other functional groups to prepare exhibits and other documentation related to commercial transactions. Create and maintain data rooms used to exchange transaction documents with third parties. Manage and organize due diligence materials requested by transaction counterparties, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. Lead or significantly contribute to Invenergy's RFP responses related to PPA, BT, and DT transactions.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required. 4+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 2+ years of directly relevant experience. Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of wind, solar, thermal, and energy storage power systems. Experience reviewing or negotiating complex commercial agreements. Prior work in a related field. Ability to work effectively in a high-performing, team-oriented environment. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to engage and contribute in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and adapt fluidly to shifting priorities.

Base Pay

Base Pay $100,000 - $120,000 USD Annual Bonus: 20% - 30% The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills. In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance.

Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.

Benefits

• Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.

Equal Opportunity

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.