Contract Consultant

AEP Service Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 87,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

401(k) Match

AEP Pension

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) seeks a Contract Consultant to negotiate, draft, and administer supplier contracts of moderate complexity in a high-visibility role. You will collaborate with Legal and internal stakeholders to protect company interests and develop contracting strategies while reporting on contract health and performance.

The role requires evaluating compliance with statutes, regulations, and company policies, and coordinating risk assessments and mitigations across multiple

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field + 4 years of relevant work experience.
• 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.
• In lieu of Associate's degree must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent, and a minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Negotiation

Drafting contracts

Contract administration

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Contract Lifecycle Management systems

Job description

Job Posting End Date 10-03-2026 Please 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.
• 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.
• 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 Package

Company Culture

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.

Compensation

Compensation Data Compensation Grade: SP20-007 Compensation Range: $87,000.00 - $106,000.00

Physical Demand Level

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 Opportunity and Diversity 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.

Additional Employer Insights

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.