Construction Contracts Specialist/Senior Construction Contracts Specialist-Nuclear Projects

Dominion Energy • GLEN ALLEN, VA

1d • $90,900 - $118,100 • Onsite

About The Position

Dominion Energy is seeking a Construction Contracts Specialists or Senior Construction Contract Specialists to support the Nuclear Projects department across multiple nuclear power stations. This role is responsible for ensuring the effective development and management of nuclear safety related Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) related contracts in a cost-effective and timely manner, and manages complex nuclear generation agreements of materials, equipment and/or services. Is responsible for daily administration of executed EPC Agreements, including but not limited to: resolution of billing issues, coordination of letter of credit or retention, interpretation of contract language, validation of contract deliverables to ensure compliance with terms and conditions. Serves as primary point of contact to review and negotiate requested contract amendments and change orders to accommodate unanticipated situations and ensure compliance with contract requirements, while minimizing impacts to project cost and schedule.

Requirements

• 3 or more years contract life-cycle management, supply chain management and/or business management (for Construction Contracts Specialist).
• 5 or more years contract life-cycle management, supply chain management and/or business management (for Senior Construction Contracts Specialist).
• Considerable related work experience dealing with contractors, integrated suppliers and alliance partners.
• Knowledge of purchasing laws and practices.
• Working knowledge of business and contract law.
• Sound understanding of procurement principles and negotiation techniques and strategies.
• Leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal/writing/presentation skills.
• Effective human relations skills.
• Demonstrated effective influence, persuasion and negotiation skills.
• Excellent work and project management skills.
• Effective decision making and problem solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Negotiating payment settlements.
• Forecasting and trend analysis.
• Value/cost analysis.
• Excellent math and computer skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles.
• Considerable work experience with energy contracts and negotiations.
• Basic knowledge and application of regulatory methods requirements, rate making principles, and procedures.
• Ability to work effectively with employees at all levels and external personnel.
• Ability to apply good business judgment.
• Ability to apply analytical abilities to diverse issues.
• Ability to apply acquired knowledge and skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to research, gather, analyze large volumes of complex data and perform mathematical calculations, and verify data to prepare and present statistical reports and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively with team and outside parties.
• Ability to respond to regulatory related interrogatories.
• Ability to anticipate, understand, and respond to customer needs.

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience in the nuclear industry is preferred.
• Relocation package may be available for the selected eligible candidate.

Responsibilities

• Maintains day-to-day contact with Projects personnel for awareness of supplier performance and deviation to contract requirements.
• Coordinates resolution of contractual and technical disagreements between the company and suppliers.
• Assists in audit strategies when billing and contract disputes arise.
• Compiles reports for management that monitors contract status, reports analysis, and overall contract performance.
• Develops and recommends strategies for ascertaining performance criteria with contracts.
• Monitors progress and schedule milestones in contract to ensure provisions are met that lead to on-time payment.
• Supports identification and implementation of cost improvements for contracted materials and services.
• Assists in compiling information for project planning, cost controls and forecasting.
• Supports training of Projects employees on contract specifics.
• Supports activities related to Rider Filing requirements.
• With general direction, works with supply chain to develop appropriate supply chain strategies for procurement and materials management for Projects organization.
• Assists with the review of solicitation documents and supports evaluation of proposals consistent with established bid process.
• Serves as part of the project team that negotiates EPC agreements with large construction suppliers.
• Supports activities related to identification, solicitation, evaluation and award of bids to suppliers.
• Negotiates and maintains Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA's).

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners
• Vacation
• Retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Bonus eligibility
• Sick leave
• Disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level