Principal - Project Commercial Contract (Renewables EPC Contracts)

IEA Infrastructure and Energy Alternatives•Indianapolis, IN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for administration of EPC contracts in conjunction with project leadership, including risk identification and contract management during project execution, providing input and influence throughout the project lifecycle. Lead the development and execution of entitlement and commercial recovery strategies associated with changes, delays, disruptions, and other compensable events. Coordinate directly with the site leadership, Commercial, and Legal teams to pro-actively monitor and manage contractual terms, draft notices, and coordinate change order administration. Responsible for ensuring all contract management procedures, documentation requirements, and processes required for the project are being properly adhered to. This position is a key resource for project leadership and plays a vital role in ensuring that construction projects are completed successfully, on time, and within budget while maintaining compliance with contractual obligations and requirements. The Principal’s expertise is essential for minimizing risks and fostering positive relationships among all stakeholders involved in the project. This position will sit in our Indianapolis, IN office but will be required to travel to Indiana based projects 3-4 days out of the work to work alongside project leadership and other stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in law, engineering, construction management or relevant discipline; or equivalent experience
10+ years of recent experience in construction contract management on large and complex construction projects in the $150MM to $250MM range
Three+ years of recent experience in using construction management software
Experience participating in pre-award contract negotiations with owners, subcontractors, suppliers, and joint venture partners
Experience in EPC, design-build, renewable energy, transmission, power generation, industrial, or heavy civil projects
Experience managing commercial risk across multiple concurrent projects
Strong knowledge of construction contract requirements, contract change conditions, claims analysis and negotiations, change order cost estimates, and time impact analyses
Experience with Viewpoint, Procore, and Project Controls software
Subject-matter expert in contract management principles and techniques
Understanding of common construction agreement provisions including warranties, limits of liability, risk of loss, schedule milestones/LD’s, force majeure, and change orders
Ability to interpret difficult and complex contractual provisions
Strong organizational skills, initiative, and meticulous attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Working knowledge of Primavera P6 scheduling principles and CPM schedule analysis
Ability to evaluate schedule impacts associated with changes, delays, acceleration, and productivity losses

Nice To Haves

Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM), or Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred
RICS, MRICS, or equivalent commercial management certification preferred
Certification in claims analysis or delay analysis (AACE, PSP, etc.) preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the subject matter expert for complex contractual and commercial issues
Present commercial risk assessments and recommendations to executive leadership
Establish relationships with the various project operational leadership teams
Proactively identify potential changes and prepare forward-looking analysis and conceptual mitigation plans to keep the project leaders aware of potential issues before they arise
Interface directly with clients on contractual matters
Experience developing and executing comprehensive claims and entitlement strategies on EPC and large infrastructure projects
Experience preparing, evaluating, and negotiating change orders, delay claims, disruption claims, and cost recovery initiatives
Demonstrated experience with schedule-driven claims, critical path methodology (CPM), and delay analysis techniques
Experience supporting litigation, arbitration, mediation, dispute review boards, or expert consultant engagements
Conduct periodic audits of project compliance with notice provisions, subcontract requirements, quality documentation, insurance obligations, and payment terms
Draft contractual notices to subcontractors and suppliers regarding performance and other project execution related matters
Participate in regular project team meetings, including owner meetings, and proactively engage with the project team regarding risk assessments
Advise the Project Manager on the contractual change requirements including monitoring and tracking changes and claims through final resolution
Provide support to the Project Manager, project team, and insurance team in administering, tracking, documenting, and closing our insurance claims
Support project closeout to ensure all contractual requirements are met including administration of certificates and warranties
Capture contractual lessons learned during project execution and report out during the Close Out Phase Gate
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
Discounted National Gym Membership Network
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation
Employee Assistance Program
Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
Emergency Travel Assistance Program
Group legal plan