Direktor (m/w/d) Vertragsmanagement (Renewables Flex Power)

Job Description

As the Director of Contract Management & Strategic Sourcing for ENGIE North America's Renewables Flexible Generation Business Unit (RFGBU), you will lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies that support the successful delivery of ENGIE's utility‑scale Solar, Wind, BESS, and MPT/HV portfolio. You will partner closely with Development, Engineering, Pre‑Construction, Delivery, Legal, and ENGIE Group to optimize commercial outcomes, ensure reliable supply, and advance ENGIE's long‑term renewable energy goals.

Responsibilities in this role

Strategic Supply Leadership

• Guide sourcing strategy and supply planning across NORAM RF GBU, ensuring alignment with ENGIE's global procurement framework
• Optimize Solar & BESS assets prior to NTP through strategic commercial and technical decision‑making
• Lead OEM identification, qualification, bidding processes, contracting, and relationship development

Commercial & CAPEX Ownership

• Own indicative, budgetary, and contractual CAPEX inputs across the portfolio
• Align scope, schedule, technology selections, and pricing assumptions with cross‑functional teams
• Provide key input for Investment Notes and Development Notes supporting project investment decisions

Contracting & Negotiations

• Lead RFP structuring, negotiation strategies, and contract execution for equipment supply
• Collaborate with Development, Legal, Engineering, and EPC Project Managers to finalize commercial and contractual terms

Portfolio Risk & Performance Management

• Oversee a rolling portfolio of projects, proactively identifying risks and mitigation strategies
• Develop cost curves, technology curves, and forecasting models to support executive decision‑making
• Guide sourcing activities to maintain alignment of scopes, budgets, schedules, and supply assumptions

Cross‑Functional Leadership

• Support pre‑construction, engineering, and construction teams by driving procurement of long‑lead items and advising on contracting strategies
• Facilitate effective communication between HUB procurement resources and project teams

Supplier Strategy & Compliance

• Oversee supplier pre‑qualification to ensure adherence to quality, safety, environmental, and commercial standards
• Support adherence to quality, safety, environmental, and commercial standards.

Technology & Market Expertise

• Leverage deep industry knowledge to adapt sourcing strategies across multiple technologies
• Maintain awareness of utility‑scale market developments across North America

What You Will Do

Strategic Sourcing Leadership

• Lead sourcing strategy across Solar, Wind, BESS, and MPT/HV technologies
• Identify and qualify OEMs; oversee RFI/RFP processes, proposal evaluations, negotiations, and contract execution
• Develop category strategies that align with ENGIE NA and ENGIE Group Category Management
• Monitor the supply market, analyze risks/opportunities, and maintain technology and cost curves
• Strengthen ENGIE's buying power by coordinating sourcing needs across NORAM Renewables & Flexible Generation

Commercial & Contract Management

• Own all CAPEX inputs (indicative, budgetary, and contractual) for project economics
• Lead commercial negotiations, contracting strategies, and long‑term supplier agreements
• Support contract disputes, claims, changes, and schedule adjustments in partnership with Heads of Delivery and Legal
• Maintain and improve U.S. procurement templates, contracting standards, and documentation

Project Lifecycle Integration

• Provide leadership across development, pre‑construction, construction, and operations
• Align technical, commercial, and schedule assumptions between Development, Engineering, Pre‑Construction, Delivery, and SRM teams
• Ensure consistency in contracting, scheduling, procurement, and project execution strategies across the portfolio
• Support optimization efforts to improve project value (schedule, technology, commercial structure)

Supplier Relationship & Performance Management

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with OEMs, EPCs, and key suppliers
• Oversee supplier qualification and ensure compliance with ENGIE's safety, quality, cost, environmental, and delivery requirements
• Lead Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), including performance evaluation and corrective action
• Proactively address supply chain disruptions and develop contingency planning

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor sourcing leaders, project managers, engineers, and cross‑functional contributors
• Ensure adequate staffing and resource planning to support project commitments
• Foster a collaborative, high‑performance culture across HUB Procurement, ENGIE NA, and ENGIE Group stakeholders
• Champion change management and continuous improvement across procurement processes and systems

What You'll Bring

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (required)
• Master's degree in Engineering or Business Administration (preferred)
• 15+ years in the renewable energy (utility‑scale preferred), industrial construction, or capital project sectors

Technical & Commercial Expertise

• Demonstrated contract management experience with advanced knowledge of sourcing, scheduling, engineering, construction, supply chain, and logistics
• Foundational knowledge of construction labor relations across the U.S. and Canada
• Understanding of land surveying, geospatial references, aerial mapping, and coordinate systems (UTM, NAD)

Tools & Systems

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and key project/construction management platforms, preferably Procore and Microsoft Project Online

Leadership & Core Skills

• Demonstrated strength in analytical problem‑solving, communication, stakeholder engagement, and technology application
• Ability to lead teams, influence decision‑making, and manage cross‑functional collaboration in complex project environments

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid in-office work policy, this role is NOT eligible for remote working
• Must be available to travel by car and or by plane domestically / internationally up to 30% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license/clean driving record; for usage of rental cars and driving to site locations
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Salary Range: $155,200 - $237,935 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all - we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn't just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we're leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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