Contracts Advisor

ENGIE North America Inc.; Broomfield (CO); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ENGIE North America Inc. is seeking a Contracts Advisor responsible for structuring major agreements and leading contract delivery strategies for large capital projects.

Key responsibilities include managing project contracts, negotiating terms, and overseeing the contract lifecycle. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least seven years of contract management experience is required. This role offers a hybrid work policy and requires adherence to ENGIE's ethics and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years’ experience in contract management for medium and large industrial EPC projects.
• Understanding of legal issues in design and construction, project execution, and related finance.
• Experience in contract development and/or administration, including procurement procedures.

Responsibilities

• Structure the commercial framework of major agreements and lead contract delivery strategies.
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including tendering, negotiation, and formalization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders for successful delivery and alignment.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Commercial terms assessment

Risk management

Collaborative stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or Master of Legal Studies/JD

Job description

Contracts Advisor

CONTRACT POSITION.

Role held by a third‑party company of ENGIE's choosing. Any contract role does not constitute an offer for nor guarantee of future employment with ENGIE.

Position Details

• Duration: One Year
• Compensation: Pay Rate: $60.00
• Location: Denver/Houston

What You Can Expect

As a Contracts Advisor, you are responsible for structuring the commercial framework of major agreements and leading contract delivery strategies and negotiations for large capital projects. You ensure all projects are executed in compliance with procurement policies and the organization’s ethics charter. In this role, you oversee the development of contract documentation that aligns with project requirements, identifies risks, and incorporates mitigation strategies. You manage the full contract lifecycle, including tendering, negotiation, and formalization. You act as the primary point of contact for defining and executing the project’s contract strategy, planning, and implementation. Additionally, you collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure successful delivery and alignment with project objectives.

• Manage development of project contracts with multiple stakeholders, assessing commercial terms, identifying risks, and implementing mitigation measures.
• Develop contracting strategies that appropriately flow down provisions and limit the company’s exposure to acceptable levels.
• Negotiate terms and conditions with contractors for medium and large energy‑related projects, supporting both existing partnerships and new opportunities.
• Support and cultivate strategic alliances with EPC and General Contractors to strengthen business development efforts.
• Lead the development of complete RFP packages aligned with project schedules and stakeholder requirements.
• Drive the full bidding process as the primary point of contact, coordinating meetings, site visits, RFP addenda, and managing negotiations with selected bidders to resolve scope and contractual issues.
• Oversee contract administration, including preparation of final contracts, award documents, Notices to Proceed, review of invoices, and evaluation/negotiation of Change Order Requests.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts focused on reducing total installed cost, lowering owner risk, shortening project schedules, minimizing change orders and claims, and preparing all required project close‑out documentation.
• Support initiatives to reduce project cost, schedule, and overall risk exposure.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering or Master of Legal Studies or JD with an emphasis in Construction.
• Minimum seven (7) years’ experience in contract management for medium and large industrial EPC projects or a related field.
• Must have an understanding of legal issues in design and construction, project execution and project‑related tax, finance, and insurance.
• Experience in contract development and/or contract administration, including an understanding of procurement procedures.
• Background in energy systems, onsite utilities, and construction with public, industrial, or commercial customers will be considered a very strong asset.

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy.
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ENGIE is proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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