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Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future. This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

• Monitor that EPC contracts for renewable energy projects are executed according to industry best practices and in alignment with Invenergy’s contract processes.
• Support compilation of standard contract documents so that they are consistently and properly used within all RFPs and EPC contracts executed by Invenergy’s renewable project management team.
• Learn risk management strategies during the contracting phase of projects.
• Support multiple initiatives related to contract process improvement aimed at minimizing risk during EPC contracting.
• Understand relationships with multiple contractors and promote effective coordination and positive portfolio-level contract discussions.
• Collaborate with internal teams and participate in contract negotiations to support timely contract executions for multiple projects at any given time.
• Report contract statuses to management, including level of conformance with standards and process.
• Support in the change management process for EPC contract templates and the maintenance of a standard contract documents library.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, legal, or a related technical or legal discipline.
• 4+ years of professional experience in project management, energy-industry engineering, construction, and/or contracting of large-scale projects.
• Exposure to drafting and negotiating elements of complex contracts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

• 1-2 years in a role exposed to the development and execution of EPC contracts.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Excellent teamwork, collaborative leadership, conflict resolution, and communication skills which extend across all organizational and management levels.
• Ability to multi-task and manage a variety of deliverables at a time.
• Desire to work in a dynamic environment alongside people with multiple interests and backgrounds.
• Excellent organizational, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• High degree of integrity and understanding of ethical industry standards.
• Experience in the power and/or renewable energy industry.

Base Pay $108,000.00 - $124,000.00 USD Annual Bonus: 20% - 30% The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills. In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process. Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.