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Contracts Senior Advisor (Renewables Energy) - Evergreen

ENGIE North America Inc. · Houston, TX · 1 mo ago
OTHRFull-time

About the role

ENGIE is accelerating the shift to a cleaner energy future, developing solar, wind, battery storage, and flexible power solutions. As a Senior Contracts Advisor you will sit at the center of project delivery, shaping the agreements that move utility‑scale renewable energy projects from concept to completion, protecting value, managing risk, and supporting successful project execution.

Responsibilities

  • Lead commercial contracting activities across the full project lifecycle, from sourcing strategy and competitive solicitations through contract award and administration.
  • Draft, negotiate, and administer complex agreements including EPC, equipment supply, operations and maintenance, professional services, and master service contracts.
  • Review commercial proposals, identify contractual deviations, and develop negotiation strategies that balance risk, schedule, and business objectives.
  • Provide contract administration support during project execution, including guidance on change orders, claims, liquidated damages, warranties, and dispute resolution.
  • Evaluate contractual, financial, and operational risks and recommend appropriate risk allocation aligned with company standards.
  • Partner with stakeholders across Development, Engineering, Construction, Legal, Finance, and Executive Management to resolve complex commercial and contractual matters.
  • Mentor junior contracting professionals and drive continuous improvement across templates, playbooks, and contracting processes.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering, Construction Management, Law, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in contract management, commercial negotiations, procurement, strategic sourcing, or related commercial activities supporting large capital, infrastructure, energy, industrial, engineering, construction, or oil and gas projects.
  • Experience supporting renewable energy, power generation, utilities, LNG, petrochemical, industrial manufacturing, or other highly regulated industries is valued.
  • Proven experience drafting, negotiating, and administering complex project‑based agreements such as EPC, supply, and service contracts.
  • Knowledge of contract law principles, risk allocation, and commercial governance frameworks.
  • Excellent analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder‑management skills with the ability to influence decisions at all levels.
  • Clear communicator who can translate complex contractual concepts for technical, legal, and executive audiences.
  • Comfortable working independently and collaboratively across geographically dispersed, cross‑functional teams.

Additional Information

These positions are eligible for ENGIE’s hybrid work policy (not fully remote) and require up to 25% domestic travel, including occasional overnight trips. Candidates must comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies.

Compensation

ENGIE recruits across two levels; placement and salary range will be determined based on experience and scope. The position includes base pay, eligibility for a competitive bonus/incentive plan, and compliance with all applicable minimum wage laws.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Life insurance and employer‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
  • Generous paid time off, including wellness days, holidays, and leave programs.
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
  • Supplemental benefits that support emotional and physical well‑being throughout life stages, including family‑forming and caregiver benefits.

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