Senior Contract Manager

Trimark Associates • Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Sr. Contract Manager will be responsible for managing, negotiating, and ensuring compliance with all contractual agreements related to the operation of a utility-scale renewable energy Operations Control Center (OCC) contracted on behalf of Generation Owner Participants (GOPs). This role ensures that all obligations to and from GOP clients are met, risks are mitigated, and operations align with regulatory and market requirements (NERC, FERC, ISO/RTO, etc.).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years in contract management, preferably with large-scale utility, energy generation, or grid operations projects.
• Strong experience working with GOPs, ISOs/RTOs, or OCCs is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with utility-scale renewable energy operations, NERC/FERC compliance, OCC functions, and energy market structures.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States of America.
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
• Proficiency in contract management systems
• Ability to interpret complex legal and technical documents
• Project management and cross-functional leadership

Nice To Haves

• JD or Master’s degree preferred.
• Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), or equivalent preferred.
• Experience supporting critical infrastructure or OCC compliance activities.
• Deep knowledge of grid operations, reliability, and regulatory environment for renewable energy.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiation, drafting, execution, and renewal of OCC service agreements with GOP clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Ensure all contract activities comply with applicable laws, regulations (NERC, FERC, ISO/RTO), and company policies, particularly in relation to grid operations and critical infrastructure.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for contract-related communications between the OCC, GOP clients, and internal departments (legal, regulatory, operations, compliance).
• Identify contractual and operational risks; advise stakeholders on mitigation strategies to ensure reliability and continuity of OCC operations.
• Develop KPIs and monitor contract performance, ensuring fulfillment of service level agreements (SLAs), reporting obligations, and deliverables to GOPs and other stakeholders.
• Lead efforts to resolve disputes or claims related to contractual obligations, collaborating with legal and external counsel as necessary.
• Oversee and document change order processes, amendments, and contract modifications resulting from shifts in operational requirements or regulatory mandates.
• Coordinate with internal/external auditors to ensure contract processes withstand regulatory scrutiny, with a focus on NERC CIP and reliability standards.
• Continuously assess and improve contract management processes for efficiency and effectiveness.

What This Job Offers

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