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Project Contract Manager

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Job Description

Job Title - Contract Manager
Job Location - Urbandale, Iowa 50322
Duration: 4+ Months
Pay Rate: $55/hr
Job Description -
Seeking candidates with Mid to Senior level of experience Purpose of Position
  • The project contract manager supports all activities associated with the development, implementation and administration of all contracts associated with the companys project development. Job duties include the negotiation, peer review, coordination with the legal department, business unit review, document retention, contract notices and notice responses, contract execution memos, and reporting for contracts associated with the purchase of developmental assets, equipment purchase and construction of projects and other associated project contracts associated with generation additions and upgrades, electric vehicle infrastructure, energy storage, decommissioning, environmental, communications, facilities, asset acquisitions, new technology and other projects as assigned.
  • Provides support for internally and externally with parties to ensure projects meet the required internal revenue service requirements such as prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements qualify projects the production tax credits. Where applicable, qualifying projects for low-income communities, domestic content and/or the energy community bonus credit. The project contract manager shall work with the external third-party service provider to review and approve of any submitted documentation to meet the above requirements for each applicable project.
  • Provides support for Project Development during the request for information and request for proposal processes including the drafting of proposal documentation, clarification, communication with vendors and provision of evaluation summaries. Provides support for activities relating to contract negotiations and contract development, including vendor due diligence, negotiation, contract drafting, document control and counterparty communications. Perform reviews of draft contracts, prepare commercial terms, review and revise contract formatting, assist suppliers/vendors by interpreting and communicating contract language to ensure compliance. Prepares, reviews and revises contracts, scope changes and amendments, as well as acts as a liaison between legal, procurement, other business units and the supplier/vendor in the execution of contracts. Ensure proper commercial terms are implemented according to business practices and procurement policies.
  • Processes and responds to correspondence and inquiries related to contracts, such as contract amendments, scope changes, and other contract notices. Lead the processing of contract documents and correspondence, developing and compiling reports related to contracts and maintaining contract databases.
  • Serves as the lead to mentor and improve the contract acumen and operational excellence of the department through development and enhancement of the contracting process including policies, and procedures. Maintain organized databases for all contracts and associated documents. Tracks costs and processes invoices associated with contracts. The position will require a high degree of integrity and business acumen. The position involves contact with the vendors, attorneys, corporate management and coordinates with other departments in the completion of project contracts. Required to maintain key business, public and stakeholder relationships as well as.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions)
  • Supports all activities associated with the development, implementation and administration of all contracts associated with the companys project development. Job duties include the negotiation, peer review, coordination with the legal department, business unit review, document retention, contract notices and notice responses, and reporting for contracts associated with the purchase of developmental assets, equipment purchase and construction of projects and other associated project contracts associated with generation additions and upgrades, electric vehicle infrastructure, energy storage, decommissioning, environmental, communications, facilities, asset acquisitions, new technology, and other projects as assigned across the state of Iowa and the companys service territory. Coordinates with internal and external resources in the completion and execution of the project contracts
  • Perform reviews of draft contracts, prepare commercial terms, review and revise contract formatting, assist suppliers/vendors by interpreting and communicating contract language to ensure compliance. (30%)
  • Provides support for Project Development to manage the third-party service contractor to ensure projects qualify for the production tax credit and/or any other applicable bonus credits such as low-income communities, domestic content and/or energy community. (10%)
  • Provides support for Project Development during the request for information and request for proposal processes including the drafting of proposal documentation, clarification, communication with vendors and provision of evaluation summaries. (20%)
  • Prepares, reviews and revises contracts, scope changes and amendments, as well as acts as a liaison between legal, procurement, other business units and the supplier/vendor in the execution of contracts. Ensure proper commercial terms are implemented according to business practices and procurement policies. (10%)
  • Maintain organized databases for all contracts and associated documents. Tracks costs and processes invoices associated with contracts. (20%)
  • Serves as the lead to mentor and improve the contract acumen and operational excellence of the department through development and enhancement of the contracting process including policies, and procedures. (10%)
Performance Expectations (Key Success Factors)
  • Provide support in developing and implementing a robust contract creation and management process.
  • Perform responsibilities in support of the departments and companys goals; perform responsibilities as directed within determined time frames and with a high degree of accuracy, efficiency and productivity; establish and maintain effective work relationships within the department and the company; maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities.
  • Provide the highest levels of contractual support to the department.
  • Maintain sensitive and confidential information regarding company information.
  • Support the companys employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.
  • Ensure all compliance aspects of the position are known and followed; understand and comply with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company.
Position Requirements
  • Bachelors degree in engineering, finance, accounting, business or related field or equivalent work experience. (Typically six years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelors degree for the Associate Project Contract Manager position; eight years for the Project Contract Manager position and ten years for the Senior Project Contract Manager position.)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills is required, and presentation skills are preferred.
  • Effective interpersonal skills and leadership abilities.
  • Effective analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to prioritize and handle multiple issues, tasks and projects concurrently.
  • Ability to travel occasionally (typically 10% travel).
  • Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

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