Senior Contracts Manager

We are supporting a rapidly growing energy and digital infrastructure developer on their search for a Senior Contracts Manager. Backed by leading global infrastructure and investment sponsors, the organization develops, builds, owns, and operates large-scale power and infrastructure assets across the United States. This role sits within the Supply Chain organization and plays a critical owner-side role leading contractual strategy and execution for major capital projects. The Senior Manager will oversee EPC, design-build, long-lead equipment, and major procurement agreements for Data Center builds, helping ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and with appropriate commercial risk protections. ResponsibilitiesLead the development, issuance, and management of RFPs for EPC, design-build, professional services, OFCI equipment, and major supply agreements for Data Center buildsNegotiate and execute complex owner-side EPC, design-build, and procurement contracts while balancing cost, schedule, and risk objectivesDevelop, standardize, and continuously improve contract templates, negotiation playbooks, and commercial frameworksPartner with legal, engineering, procurement, project management, finance, and construction teams to drive contract execution and project deliverySupport project teams with change orders, claims, schedule extensions, dispute resolution, and contract closeout activitiesManage vendor prequalification processes, contractor evaluations, and long-lead equipment sourcing activitiesTrack contractual obligations, deliverables, notice provisions, milestones, and risk exposure throughout the project lifecycleProvide regular reporting and commercial updates to leadership regarding contracts, commitments, claims, and project risksSupport development of procurement and contracting strategies that optimize project outcomes and long-term asset valueEnsure compliance with company policies, commercial standards, governance requirements, and regulatory obligationsAssist in managing commercial interfaces between contractors, suppliers, consultants, and internal stakeholdersSupport continuous improvement efforts related to contract administration, procurement processes, and commercial risk management QualificationsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Law, Business, or a related discipline5+ years of contract management, EPC contracting, procurement, commercial management, or project execution experienceDemonstrated success negotiating and administering EPC, design-build, and procurement agreements within large-scale infrastructure environments within the Data Center spaceStrong understanding of contract law, construction contracting, commercial risk allocation, claims management, and dispute resolutionExperience managing projects from initial procurement through construction and closeoutExcellent negotiation, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skillsAbility to manage multiple complex projects and competing priorities simultaneouslyExperience working within fast-paced, project-driven environmentsPreferred Skills & AttributesExperience supporting energy infrastructure, renewable energy, power generation, data centers, mission-critical facilities, industrial projects, or other large capital projectsFamiliarity with OFCI procurement strategies and long-lead equipment sourcingStrong commercial acumen with the ability to balance cost, risk, schedule, and operational objectivesExperience with contract management and document control platforms such as Procore or similar toolsAdvanced degree (MBA, JD, Master's) preferredExperience supporting owner/developer organizations or owner-side project delivery models