Manager, Commercial Contracts

invenergyllc; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k and paid time off

Job summary

Invenergy LLC in Chicago seeks a Manager of Contracts to negotiate Power Purchase, Build Transfer, and Development Transfer agreements for renewable and data center projects. You will coordinate with development, finance, and engineering teams to manage contracting for multiple sites.

The role requires 8+ years of experience in related fields and a strong ability to communicate complex transactional risks. Hybrid schedule: in-office Mon–Thu, remote Fridays; base pay 125,000–165,000 USD with

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience across project development, project management, power origination, business development, real estate, or asset management.
• Experience in the energy, infrastructure, utilities, data center, or commercial real estate industries.
• Bachelor's and/or master's degree in business, finance, or engineering.
• Experience with Power Purchase Agreements, Build Transfer Agreements, Development Transfer Agreements, and/or EPC transactions across multiple power markets and technology.
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the preparation and negotiation of Power Purchase (PPA), Build Transfer (BT) and Development Transfer (DT) Agreements.
• Lead coordination efforts with internal development and construction teams for contracting activities for multiple projects.
• Lead coordination efforts with development, finance, engineering and other departments as it relates to contracting activities for multiple project sites.
• Assist origination team with RFP responses related to PPA, BT, and DT transactions.

Skills

Contract negotiation

PPA negotiations

Project management

Energy industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's and/or master's degree in business/finance/engineering

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.

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 the Manager of Contracts, you will participate in the negotiation of Power Purchase Agreements, Build Transfer and Development Transfer agreements for renewable energy, thermal energy, and data center projects, as well as assist with customer presentations. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to comprehend, organize, and communicate the complex risks associated with these types of transactions. In addition, the candidate will have a strong understanding of project development and/or project management including development milestones, project schedule, and technical intricacies of a project. This is an ideal opportunity for a project developer or project manager looking to broaden their experience in commercial transactions.

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

Responsibilities

• Participate in the preparation and negotiation of Power Purchase (PPA), Build Transfer (BT) and Development Transfer (DT) Agreements.
• Lead coordination efforts with internal development and construction teams for contracting activities for multiple projects.
• Lead coordination efforts with development, finance, engineering and other departments as it relates to contracting activities for multiple project sites.
• Assist origination team with RFP responses related to PPA, BT, and DT transactions.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience across project development, project management, power origination, business development, real estate, or asset management
• Experience in the energy, infrastructure, utilities, data center, or commercial real estate industries
• Bachelor's and/or master's degree in business, finance, or engineering.
• Experience with Power Purchase Agreements, Build Transfer Agreements, Development Transfer Agreements, and/or EPC transactions across multiple power markets and technology.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Skills

• Over 8+ years of experience in project development, project management, power origination, business development, real estate, or asset management in the energy, infrastructure, or utilities sector.
• 5+ years of experience negotiating PPAs, BTAs, or DTs preferred. Candidates with significant experience negotiating Energy Service Agreements (ESAs) or other commercial agreements with utilities, data center operators, or large energy customers will also be considered.
• Legal experience and/or experience negotiating other types of agreements.
• Ability to comprehend complex documents and communicate transactional risks and project impact.
• Excellent solution-seeking, teamwork, leadership and communication skills which extend across all organizational and management levels.
• Critical thinking skills with the ability to identify and solve complex problems
• Ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines and complete time-sensitive work.

Base Pay

125,000.00 - 165,000.00 USD Annual

Bonus: 25% - 40%

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.

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

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.