Associate Project Contract Manager Or Project Contract Manager – Project Development

This is a multi-level posting. Candidates may be considered for any of the posted levels, depending on their level of experience and depth of expertise.

The project contract manager supports all activities associated with the development, implementation and administration of all contracts associated with the company’s 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.

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 company’s 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 company’s 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. (40%)

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%)

Bachelor's 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 bachelor's degree.

Six or more years of related experience.

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status.