Manager, Commercial Contracts

Invenergy•Chicago, IL

2d•$145,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Manager of Contracts, you will participate in negotiating Power Purchase Agreements, Build Transfer and Development Transfer agreements for renewable energy, thermal energy, and data center projects, and assist with customer presentations. The role calls for the ability to understand, organize, and communicate complex transaction risks, along with a strong understanding of project development or project management, including development milestones, project schedules, and technical project details. It is suited to a project developer or project manager seeking to broaden their experience in commercial transactions. The position follows a hybrid schedule: in-office Monday through Thursday and remote on Fridays if work permits. Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure, with a portfolio spanning natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing.

Requirements

At least 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 technologies.
Eligible to work in the United States without employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

More than 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.
At least 5 years of experience negotiating PPAs, BTAs, or DTs; significant experience negotiating Energy Service Agreements 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 transaction risks and project impact.
Excellent solution-seeking, teamwork, leadership, and communication skills across organizational and management levels.
Critical thinking skills and ability to identify and solve complex problems.
Ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and complete time-sensitive work.

Responsibilities

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