Contract Consultant

American Electric Power Co.; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power Co. in Columbus, OH seeks a Contract Consultant to negotiate, draft and administer supplier contracts of moderate complexity, coordinating with Legal and internal stakeholders to protect company interests.

The role reports on contract health, develops contracting strategies, ensures compliance, and leads risk assessment and mitigation across assignments. On-site role with potential for bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Draft and negotiate contract terms for moderately complex agreements.
• Prepare, maintain, retrieve and communicate contract records and documents.
• Provide consultative contract administration support for commercial operations and senior management.
• Protect company interests by enforcing warranties and mitigating risk.
• Lead negotiations and analyze vendor claims; manage amendments and expansions.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate contract terms and conditions for moderate to complex contracts.
• Interface with legal, risk management, project controls, and engineering teams.
• Prepare and communicate contract records and reports for compliance and governance.
• Manage contract amendments and supplier performance criteria.
• Coordinate response to force majeure events and regulatory changes.

Skills

Contract administration

Subcontract administration

Procurement

RFP/RFQ process

Contract lifecycle management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Associate’s degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Contract Lifecycle Management systems

Job description

## Contract ConsultantApply: Columbus, OH: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 3, 2026 (15 days left to apply): R19072**Job Posting End Date**10-03-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.**Job Summary**Are you ready to work in a supportive, fast-moving environment where your work matters? This position serves as a Contract Consultant and is responsible for negotiating, drafting and administering supplier contracts of moderate complexity, working in conjunction with Legal and other internal stakeholders to protect the interests of AEP. In this high-visibility role, the Contract Consultant will report to department and company leadership on the health of the assigned contract(s) and participate in the development and approval of contracting strategies. Additional duties include ensuring compliance with all statutes, regulations, company policies and contractual obligations.**Job Description****What You'll Do:*** Draft and negotiate contract terms and conditions, analyze commercial sections of proposals and scopes of work, and interface with all disciplines, including legal, risk management, project controls, construction, engineering, finance/accounting and suppliers.* Prepare, maintain, retrieve and communicate records, reports or documents that may be required to meet corporate and Contract Administration requirements.* Provide consultative, analytical and contract administration support for commercial operations and senior management.* Protect the Company’s interest by enforcing warranties and mitigating risk.* Execute portfolio assignments as requested, perform contract risk assessments, and formulate mitigation strategies.* Develop Supplier performance criteria and service levels that align with business requirements.* Manage and oversee amendments to existing agreements using various models.* Lead the negotiation process through strategy development, issue recognition, and escalation of issues for moderate to complex negotiations.* Analyze vendor claims and lead in negotiating settlements for a broad range of issues, including impact of changes-in-law and governmental impositions.* Coordinate, prepare, and track documents to declare, close, and quantify impact of Company force majeure events.* Ensure all work activities are performed in accordance with the policies, practices, standards, and rules of the company.* Draft deal summaries for assigned contracts.* Other duties as assigned.**What We're Looking For:*** Bachelor's degree in related field of study + 4 years of relevant work experience.* (or) In lieu of Bachelor’s degree must possess an Associate’s degree in related field of study, and a minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience.* (or) In lieu of Associate’s degree must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent, and a minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Advanced degree such as a Masters in Business Administration, Law degree or global equivalent.* Six (6) years of contract administration, subcontract administration, and procurement experience.* Experience developing and negotiating contracts terms and conditions for contracts related to services, construction, engineering, materials and equipment installation.* Experience administering the Request for Proposal/Request for Quotation process.* Experience in work change, claims evaluation and negotiation.* Experience with Contract Lifecycle Management systems.**Other Requirements:*** Physical demand level is Sedentary* Demonstrate significant experience in a moderate range of subject categories relevant to areas of contract responsibility.* Apply problem-solving skills and use creativity in problem solving.**Where You'll Work:*** This is an On-Site role based out of Columbus, OH.**What You'll Get:*** Annual Bonus* 401(k) Match* AEP Pension* Comprehensive Benefits PackageWhere Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do! At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you.*#LI-Onsite**#AEPCareers***Compensation Data****Compensation Grade:**SP20-007**Compensation Range:**$87,000.00 - $106,000.00