Senior Contract/Procurement Manager

TransGrid Energy•Irvine, CA

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About The Position

TransGrid Energy is seeking an ambitious and highly skilled Senior Contract Manager – Utility Scale PV & ESS Projects who will play a critical role in ensuring the successful negotiation, execution, monitoring, and management of contracts across the full project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, deep knowledge of EPC and major equipment procurement contracts, and the ability to work collaboratively across Legal, Project Management, Procurement, and Engineering teams. This position requires a detail-oriented professional capable of managing multiple high-value contracts simultaneously, evaluating subcontractor proposals, and providing market rate insights to optimize commercial outcomes. The Senior Contract Manager will work closely across the TransGrid Energy team and external stakeholders to ensure projects are de-risked, contractual obligations are clearly defined, and EPC agreements are structured to support project success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., PMP, CPM) preferred.
Minimum 10 years of experience in construction contract management, procurement, and/or project management.
At least 5 years in utility-scale solar PV or ESS projects, managing procurement or subcontracting of equipment/materials.
Proven experience negotiating EPC contracts and major equipment purchase agreements, including integration of commercial terms from Interconnection Agreements, PPAs, and other project development contracts.
Capable and experienced for full RFP process: prepare bidder lists, compile comprehensive RFP packages, issue to qualified subcontractors, and coordinate bid schedules.
Strong understanding of legal, commercial, and technical terms in construction and equipment procurement contracts.
Ability to analyze Interconnection Agreement, PPA, and related project agreements, and translate key commercial obligations into EPC contracts.
Demonstrated ability to evaluate received proposals, including cost analysis, risk assessment, and commercial compliance.
Ability to provide market rate insight and benchmarking for subcontractor and equipment pricing.
Experience with contract risk allocation, change order management, cost control, and compliance.
Proficient in contract management tools such as ERP systems, SAP, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Procore, and Smartsheet.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills across all organizational levels.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, assertive, and capable of prioritizing multiple high-value projects.
Ability to work independently in fast-paced, dynamic environments with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Background in renewable energy (solar PV, BESS) projects, EPC contracts, and supplier/vendor management.
Demonstrated success in supplier evaluation, cost optimization, market benchmarking, contract integration across development and execution phases, and dispute resolution.

Responsibilities

Lead the negotiation, drafting, and execution of EPC contracts and major equipment procurement agreements, ensuring commercial terms reflect project objectives, risk allocation, and regulatory compliance.
Review and interpret development-stage agreements including Interconnection Agreements (IA), Power Purchase Agreements (PPA), and other project contracts, and ensure their commercial and operational terms are incorporated into related contracts.
Collaborate with internal teams (Legal, Project Management, Procurement, Engineering) and external stakeholders to optimize subcontractor selection, contract structure, and commercial outcomes.
Receive, review, and evaluate subcontractor/vendor proposals, including cost breakdowns, pricing, scope, and schedule; prepare commercial bid evaluations and recommendations for award.
Maintain and update historical pricing databases for equipment, labor, and subcontractor rates to identify trends and opportunities for cost optimization.
Provide market rate insights, benchmarking submitted bids against industry standards and prior projects to support negotiation strategy and cost-effective decision-making.
Ensure prime contract flow-downs, such as Interconnection Agreement and PPA requirements, and compliance obligations are accurately incorporated into all subcontract agreements.
Support project teams in contract execution workflow, including tracking, document management, and facilitating internal/external approvals.
Collaborate with Legal team in addressing contract-related issues during negotiation, execution, and management, including change orders, claims, and risk mitigation.
Conduct supplier reviews and maintain strong business relationships with key equipment vendors and subcontractors.
Perform other duties as assigned, including special projects or advisory support to executive leadership.