Contract Management, Director (Renewables Flex Power)

Engie • Broomfield, CO

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

As the Director of Contract Management & Strategic Sourcing for ENGIE North America’s Renewables Flexible Generation Business Unit (RFGBU), you will lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies that support the successful delivery of ENGIE’s utility ‑ scale Solar, Wind, BESS, and MPT/HV portfolio. You will partner closely with Development, Engineering, Pre ‑ Construction, Delivery, Legal, and ENGIE Group to optimize commercial outcomes, ensure reliable supply, and advance ENGIE’s long ‑ term renewable energy goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (required)
• 15+ years in the renewable energy (utility‑scale preferred), industrial construction, or capital project sectors
• Demonstrated contract management experience with advanced knowledge of sourcing, scheduling, engineering, construction, supply chain, and logistics
• Foundational knowledge of construction labor relations across the U.S. and Canada
• Understanding of land surveying, geospatial references, aerial mapping, and coordinate systems (UTM, NAD)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and key project/construction management platforms, preferably Procore and Microsoft Project Online
• Demonstrated strength in analytical problem‑solving, communication, stakeholder engagement, and technology application
• Ability to lead teams, influence decision‑making, and manage cross‑functional collaboration in complex project environments
• Must be available to travel by car and or by plane domestically / internationally up to 30% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license/clean driving record; for usage of rental cars and driving to site locations
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Strategic Supply Leadership Guide sourcing strategy and supply planning across NORAM RF GBU, ensuring alignment with ENGIE's global procurement framework
• Optimize Solar & BESS assets prior to NTP through strategic commercial and technical decision‑making
• Lead OEM identification, qualification, bidding processes, contracting, and relationship development
• Commercial & CAPEX Ownership Own indicative, budgetary, and contractual CAPEX inputs across the portfolio
• Align scope, schedule, technology selections, and pricing assumptions with cross‑functional teams
• Provide key input for Investment Notes and Development Notes supporting project investment decisions
• Contracting & Negotiations Lead RFP structuring, negotiation strategies, and contract execution for equipment supply
• Collaborate with Development, Legal, Engineering, and EPC Project Managers to finalize commercial and contractual terms
• Portfolio Risk & Performance Management Oversee a rolling portfolio of projects, proactively identifying risks and mitigation strategies
• Develop cost curves, technology curves, and forecasting models to support executive decision‑making
• Guide sourcing activities to maintain alignment of scopes, budgets, schedules, and supply assumptions
• Cross‑Functional Leadership Support pre‑construction, engineering, and construction teams by driving procurement of long‑lead items and advising on contracting strategies
• Facilitate effective communication between HUB procurement resources and project teams
• Supplier Strategy & Compliance Oversee supplier pre‑qualification to ensure adherence to quality, safety, environmental, and commercial standards
• Support adherence to quality, safety, environmental, and commercial standards.
• Technology & Market Expertise Leverage deep industry knowledge to adapt sourcing strategies across multiple technologies
• Maintain awareness of utility‑scale market developments across North America
• Strategic Sourcing Leadership Lead sourcing strategy across Solar, Wind, BESS, and MPT/HV technologies
• Identify and qualify OEMs; oversee RFI/RFP processes, proposal evaluations, negotiations, and contract execution
• Develop category strategies that align with ENGIE NA and ENGIE Group Category Management
• Monitor the supply market, analyze risks/opportunities, and maintain technology and cost curves
• Strengthen ENGIE’s buying power by coordinating sourcing needs across NORAM Renewables & Flexible Generation
• Commercial & Contract Management Own all CAPEX inputs (indicative, budgetary, and contractual) for project economics
• Lead commercial negotiations, contracting strategies, and long ‑ term supplier agreements
• Support contract disputes, claims, changes, and schedule adjustments in partnership with Heads of Delivery and Legal
• Maintain and improve U.S. procurement templates, contracting standards, and documentation
• Project Lifecycle Integration Provide leadership across development, pre ‑ construction, construction, and operations
• Align technical, commercial, and schedule assumptions between Development, Engineering, Pre ‑ Construction, Delivery, and SRM teams
• Ensure consistency in contracting, scheduling, procurement, and project execution strategies across the portfolio
• Support optimization efforts to improve project value (schedule, technology, commercial structure)
• Supplier Relationship & Performance Management Build and maintain strategic relationships with OEMs, EPCs, and key suppliers
• Oversee supplier qualification and ensure compliance with ENGIE’s safety, quality, cost, environmental, and delivery requirements
• Lead Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), including performance evaluation and corrective action
• Proactively address supply chain disruptions and develop contingency planning
• Leadership & Team Development Lead and mentor sourcing leaders, project managers, engineers, and cross‑functional contributors
• Ensure adequate staffing and resource planning to support project commitments
• Foster a collaborative, high‑performance culture across HUB Procurement, ENGIE NA, and ENGIE Group stakeholders
• Champion change management and continuous improvement across procurement processes and systems

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs
• help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match
• supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits

What This Job Offers

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