Contract Analyst Sr. | NUCLEAR DEVELOPMENT

American Electric Power; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Pension

Health insurance

Vacation

Educational assistance

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking a Senior Contract Analyst to support Nuclear Development initiatives. You will develop sourcing and contracting strategies, negotiate and administer contracts, and manage commercial risk across complex projects and services.

You will collaborate with project management, engineering, licensing, environmental, legal, finance, and operations teams to align contract requirements with business objectives and ensure compliant, timely delivery in a regulated

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, pre-law or related field.
• Minimum of four (4) years of related contract and/or procurement, project controls, commercial management, legal writing or related experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of commercial contracting principles and negotiation techniques.
• Strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a dynamic project and operations environment.
• Ability to interpret contractual language and identify commercial risks.
• Willingness to learn and support activities associated with the development and operations of future nuclear generation resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, negotiation, execution, and administration of moderately complex contracts.
• Develop training on contract administration and advise owners on management, verification of services, and invoice approvals.
• Lead contract negotiations through strategy development and stakeholder alignment.
• Prepare modifications, amendments, change orders, and other contract instruments.
• Define best-case and worst-case commercial scenarios to guide decisions.
• Manage vendor communications, negotiations, disputes, and contract issues through the lifecycle.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Contract administration

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, pre-law or related field of study

Job description

Job Summary

The Contract Analyst Sr. supports AEP's Nuclear Development organization and plays a key role in the procurement and commercial management of activities associated with the evaluation, development, licensing, engineering, construction, operations and maintenance of nuclear generation assets. This position is responsible for developing sourcing and contracting strategies, negotiating and administering contracts, managing commercial risk, and supporting supplier engagement activities for complex projects and services. The successful candidate will work closely with project management, engineering, licensing, environmental, legal, finance, operations and quality assurance personnel to support critical business objectives. The role requires strong contract negotiation, analytical, and relationship management skills, along with the ability to balance cost, schedule, quality, and risk considerations in a highly regulated environment. The Contract Analyst Sr. will develop contract strategies, prepare and negotiate commercial agreements, administer contract modifications, support supplier performance and commercial issue identification and resolution, as well as provide routine progress updates to key stakeholders throughout the contract lifecycle.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead the development, negotiation, execution, and administration of moderately complex contracts and commercial agreements.


• Develop and implement training on contract administration and advise contract owners regarding contract management responsibilities, verification of services, and invoice approvals.


• Lead contract negotiations through strategy development, issue recognition, stakeholder alignment, and escalation of commercial issues when appropriate.


• Prepare modifications, amendments, change orders, and other contractual instruments utilizing various commercial structures and pricing mechanisms.


• Define and apply best-case and worst-case commercial scenarios to support negotiation strategies and business decision-making.


• Manage vendor communications, negotiations, dispute resolution, and contract-related issues throughout the contract lifecycle.

Nuclear Development Project and Operations Support

Support procurement and contracting activities associated with nuclear development projects, including engineering, environmental, licensing, site evaluation, consulting, owner’s engineering, construction and commissioning support, major equipment procurements, and on-going operations and maintenance support. Develop commercial strategies that support project objectives while considering regulatory, quality assurance, schedule, and risk management requirements. Collaborate with engineering, licensing, environmental, project management, finance, legal, quality, and operations organizations to ensure contract requirements align with business and project needs.

Commercial Risk Management

Evaluate and negotiate contractual provisions related to liability, indemnification, insurance, warranties, intellectual property, confidentiality, regulatory compliance, performance guarantees, and dispute resolution. Identify and communicate commercial risks and recommend mitigation strategies to project and business stakeholders. Support contract governance and documentation processes to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory obligations.

Supplier Performance & Strategic Sourcing

Assist in developing scopes of work, requests for proposal (RFPs), commercial evaluation criteria, and negotiation strategies. Assist in evaluating supplier capabilities, financial strength, performance history, and commercial competitiveness. Participate in the development of sourcing strategies that promote competition, schedule certainty, quality performance, and long-term value creation.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, pre-law or related field of study.


• Work Experience: Minimum of four (4) years of related contract and/or procurement, project controls, commercial management, legal writing or related experience.


• Other Requirements: These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.


• Demonstrated understanding of commercial contracting principles and negotiation techniques.


• Strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a dynamic project and operations environment.


• Ability to interpret contractual language and identify commercial risks.


• Willingness to learn and support activities associated with the development and operations of future nuclear generation resources.

WHAT YOU'LL GET

Base Salary: approximately $99K - $128K. In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive Total Rewards including discretionary annual/long-term incentives, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, etc.

WHO WE ARE

At AEP, we're helping shape the future of energy. Through our Nuclear Development initiatives, we're evaluating and advancing technologies that will provide safe, reliable, and carbon-free electricity for generations to come. Our employees play a critical role in developing innovative energy solutions and supporting projects that have the potential to transform the nation's energy landscape. If you're looking for meaningful work, complex challenges, and the opportunity to help build the commercial foundation for future nuclear generation, AEP offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Job Location & Compensation

• American Electric Power (on-site) $99K - $128K / Year


• Compensation Grade: SP20-008


• Compensation Range: $98,993.00 - $128,688.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary

Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

About AEP

At American Electric Power, we provide more than electricity to our millions of customers - we energize possibilities. We're redefining the future of energy by reducing our carbon footprint, empowering the communities we serve and building an engaged, talented workforce. All while delivering the reliable service our customers expect. It’s an exciting time in the energy industry. Are you ready to be part of it? We’re looking for team members to help create the grid of the future. Learn more about our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive work culture that values different experiences.