Principal Manager - Construction Contracts
InvenergyDenver, CO
Full Time
Posted October 16, 2026
$185k - $208k
Renewable Energy Development
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- Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 17, 2026
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Job Description
The Principal Project Manager, Construction Contracts will serve as a senior subject matter expert and technical authority for EPC contracts and other complex construction contracts supporting Invenergy's renewable energy portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the contracting strategy, preparation, negotiation, and execution of multiple EPC and other construction-related agreements at a time for complex and strategically significant renewable energy projects.
- Serve as a senior technical authority for contract structure, commercial risk control, scope and specification alignment, contract terms and conditions, exhibit use and structure, and contract customization.
- Ensure standard contract documents are consistently and properly used within RFPs and EPC contracts, while exercising judgment to tailor agreements to unique project, technology, and market requirements.
- Advise project management and senior leadership on portfolio-level risk management strategies, material contract deviations, and recommended paths to resolution.
- Lead multiple cross-functional contract negotiations with engineering, procurement, legal, safety, environmental strategy and compliance, project controls, finance, development, and other internal stakeholders.
- Manage and prioritize multiple high-value contract workstreams to support timely execution across a portfolio of projects at different stages of development and construction.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with EPC contractors and key external partners; lead complex or sensitive commercial discussions and support resolution of negotiation disputes or issues.
- Establish, champion, and continuously improve contracting standards, tools, templates, and processes to reduce risk, ensure consistency, and minimize execution time.
- Identify lessons learned and emerging risks across projects and translate them into updates to contract language, negotiation strategies, and internal guidance.
- Provide clear, executive-level reporting on contract status, key risks, deviations from standards, and recommended actions.
- Develop and lead training on EPC contracting best practices, negotiation strategy, risk allocation, and standard processes for project management and cross-functional teams.
- Mentor project managers and contract professionals, serving as a trusted resource on complex contracting matters and helping strengthen organizational capability.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, legal, or a related technical discipline.
- 12+ years of professional experience in project management, construction, procurement, legal, and/or contracting for large-scale infrastructure or energy projects.
- Demonstrated expertise preparing, drafting, negotiating, and managing complex EPC or construction contracts.
- Experience leading high-value, high-risk contract negotiations and advising senior stakeholders on commercial and contractual risk.
- Proven ability to lead multiple complex contracting initiatives with a high level of autonomy and sound judgment.
- Strong written, verbal, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills across all organizational levels.
- 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.
- Master’s degree in engineering, construction management, legal, or a related technical discipline.
- 4+ years in a role focused on developing, negotiating, and executing EPC or similar construction contracts.
- Experience in the power and/or renewable energy industry, including utility-scale wind, solar, battery energy storage systems, and/or transmission projects.
- Thorough knowledge of EPC risk allocation, scopes of work, technical specifications, contract exhibits, change management, and dispute resolution.
- Demonstrated ability to influence across functions, lead through ambiguity, and resolve complex issues.
- Experience developing contract standards, training programs, or portfolio-level process improvements.
- Desire to work in a dynamic environment alongside people with a variety of interests and backgrounds.
- Excellent collaborative leadership, conflict resolution, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- High degree of integrity and understanding of ethical industry practices.
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
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