Senior Manager, Thermal Contracts
InvenergyChicago, IL
Full Time
Posted July 27, 2026
$155k - $190k
Renewable Energy Development
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- Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 5, 2026
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- Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Renewable Energy Development
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- Employer-provided pay
Job Description
Position Overview As the Senior Manager of Thermal Contracts, you will participate in the negotiation of agreements including Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC), Equipment Supply, and Build Transfer and Development Transfer agreements for thermal projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Support proposal evaluation by collaborating with procurement and technical teams to assess bids from a commercial perspective.
- Support the drafting of agreements, including EPC, BT, and major equipment supply contracts (e.g., gas turbines, power transformers, HV switchgear), for inclusion in tender processes for vendor review and feedback, including contract exhibits.
- Coordinate with bid/procurement teams to ensure project requirements and asset buyer requirements are accurately reflected in contract documents. Identify commercial risks in vendor proposals and develop mitigation strategies.
- Support drafting and review of contracts during negotiations, incorporating feedback from internal and external stakeholders, with a focus on thermal industry standards and project-specific requirements, ensuring consistency across project contracts.
- Lead contract negotiations to align terms with project objectives, build transfer agreements, budget, schedule, and risk profile.
- Ensure all contract exhibits and appendices (e.g., performance guarantees, liquidated damages, outage requirements) are clear, comprehensive, and aligned with project and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with controls and finance teams to monitor project budgets, cash flow, commodity exposure (e.g., fuel, steel), and forecast financial outcomes, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations.
- Support preparation of materials for internal and external approvals required for contract execution.
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and construction teams to ensure alignment between contract terms, project milestones, and technical specifications.
- Prepare regular reports, status updates, and presentations for senior management on contract performance, project progress, and key risk areas.
- Support claims management, dispute resolution, and other contractual matters arising during the project lifecycle, including issues related to delays, performance shortfalls, and change orders.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in project development, project management, power origination, or business development roles in the energy, infrastructure, or utilities sector.
- Bachelor's and/or master's degree in business, finance, or engineering.
- Experience with construction agreements, Build Transfer Agreements, Development Transfer Agreements, and/or EPC transactions across multiple power markets and technology.
- Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- Over 10+ years of experience in project development, project management, power origination, or business development roles in the energy, infrastructure, or utilities sector.
- 5+ years of experience negotiating PPAs, BTs, or DTs.
- Legal experience and/or experience negotiating other types of agreements.
- Ability to comprehend complex documents and communicate transactional risks and project impact.
- Excellent solution-seeking, teamwork, leadership and communication skills which extend across all organizational and management levels.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Critical thinking skills with the ability to identify and solve complex problems
- Ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines and complete time-sensitive work.
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