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The AES Corporation

Contract Manager

The AES Corporation, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201

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Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a

Fortune 500 company

that leads the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning

14 countries , AES shapes the future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication earned us recognition as one of the

Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators

by Fast Company in 2022, and we are certified as a

Great Place to Work .

AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, with

$12.7B in revenues in 2023 . We provide electricity to

25 million customers worldwide

and commit to the Paris Agreement’s goals by 2050. Our solutions, such as

24/7 carbon‑free energy for data centers , drive rapid global decarbonization.

If you’re ready to drive change, AES is the place for you. We power a cleaner, more sustainable future. Apply now and energize your career.

Contracts Manager – AES Clean Energy EPC Business Services Team

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS Requests for Proposals Support the project team in compiling contract documents for distribution to 3rd‑party EPC contractors in project RFP processes.

Collaborate with leadership on contract strategy for each project to inform RFP documents and approach.

Coordinate with all departments to ensure timely and accurate inputs to contract information within RFP.

Support the project team in evaluating contractor proposals as contract subject matter expert.

Contract Strategy and Negotiations Establish ground rules for EPC contract negotiation with the project team and counterparty.

Establish shared folder system and tracker for tracking EPC contract negotiation progress.

Lead prioritization of key contract terms for negotiation according to unique project characteristics.

Lead coordination of internal subject matter experts, including legal department, in EPC contract negotiations to ensure comprehensive review and approval of terms.

Serve as key resource for accurately conveying commercial contract terms and negotiation points to internal legal department.

Lead version control of contract turns and be accountable for status of each term iteration.

Lead final approval and execution of EPC contract with internal leadership and counterparty.

Lead post‑contract execution contract training to highlight primary areas of risk and tools for claims management during project execution.

Claims Management Lead management of contractual claims from contractors by supporting the project execution team in diligencing and advising on contractor claims.

Create and implement dispute prevention and resolution strategies for each project.

Draft and prepare claims management documentation including contractual letters, draft agreements/settlements, negotiation presentations, term sheets, etc.

Track status of ongoing or foreseeable contractual disputes and determine possible mitigatory actions to prevent, avoid and/or diminish potential damage/loss to projects.

Advise project team on effective coordination and communication strategy with contractor to manage contract performance and risk.

Maintain excellent, fluid, and efficient relations with all departments within the organization to serve as central resource for construction contractual matters.

Identify opportunities to improve business processes, procedures, and strategies within the project contracting process.

Collect, report, and take actions on lessons learned during project execution to inform and improve future contract negotiations.

Support project turnover from construction to operations.

Professional Development Seek out and propose opportunities for professional growth inside and outside of the organization to improve ability to execute the job role and responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED Undergraduate Degree in engineering, project management, construction management, legal or equivalent.

Master’s degree highly valued.

5+ years of experience in construction project management, contract management, claim management or related roles.

Experience with construction and supply contracts, including on site experience.

Experience with utility‑scale solar, battery storage and wind design and technical standards.

Experience in the construction of utility‑scale solar, battery storage and/or wind projects.

Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, and Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.

Strong negotiation skills including superior communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.

Strong interpersonal skills, including an ability to maintain calm and effective exchanges during stressful situations.

Demonstrated success working to develop consensus from diverse opinions in a highly fluid and time‑constrained environment.

Experience in contractor qualification processes.

Excellent organizational skills.

Experience in effective project planning and executive level reporting.

Willingness and ability to travel to various project locations up to 30%.

Experience working effectively in cross‑functional team settings.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long‑term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

E‑Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I‑9 to confirm work authorization.

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