The Company: Vineyard Wind offers a challenging and exciting work environment and is revolutionizing the renewable energy industry in the United States. Join the team permitting, designing, and constructing the first large scale offshore wind project in the US, and one of the largest in the world. At 800MW, this project will power over 400,000 homes in Massachusetts. Vineyard Wind is committed to protecting marine life, working alongside the thriving New England fishing industry, and being responsible partners in the community. We are building a new industry for the East Coast, and providing clean and affordable energy that is sustainable for years to come. With strong and experienced investors backing the company, and a large leasehold for more projects, Vineyard Wind is an ideal company with which to launch a career in offshore wind.

The Position: The Senior Contract Manager will be responsible for leading the contracts team in defining contracting strategies and plans, tendering, negotiating, and managing multi-million-dollar offshore delivery contracts. This individual would work closely with the supply chain and maintain high-level relationships with the major suppliers and contractors. The position may require frequent travel to various locations in the US and overseas and during development, contracting, and delivery of projects (large packages). The individual should be prepared to manage teams working at different project locations. This position will report to the Contract Director.

• Develop adequately balanced risk profiles through contract strategy and ongoing contract management
• Implement the necessary processes and procedures required to develop and contract each offshore wind farm
• Oversee that projects comply and follow standard processes and procedure
• Oversee the negotiation and completion of all key business contracts, including wind turbine contracts, infrastructure contracts, offshore wind supply contracts, grid connection contracts, power purchase agreements, sale, and purchase agreements, etc.
• Support project business cases with detailed contractual assessments across all areas, e.g. turbines, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, marine, geological, weather, offshore installation, ports, and logistics, etc.
• Anticipate contractual and commercial risks, opportunities, and threats to the project and implement control measures or actions
• Maintain value-adding relationships with all contractor and suppliers
• Coordinate all internal legal, insurance, and procurement activities for the project
• Monitor contractor performance in the project, to ensure quality, H&S, and cost targets are met and ensure the project is implemented in a manner consistent with the contract terms and with sound commercial and risk management principles

Requirements: 

• Degree and professional qualification in relevant discipline – Mechanical/Electrical/Marine Engineering/Naval Architectural, Contract Management, Legal background, Project Management, Construction Management, or commercially orientated qualification
• Substantial postgraduate experience in industry with significant experience in the energy sector
• IT literate with the ability to operate MS Office systems and other IT-based project management software
• Flexibility to travel
• Proven track record delivering complex multi-discipline projects.
• Proven capability of delivering against multiple targets.
• Proactive and diligent approach.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Good organizational and operational skills with the ability to link this awareness to contractual judgment and decision making.
• Ability to adapt quickly to a rapidly changing working environment and demonstrate a positive approach to change.
• High degree of self-motivation with a flexible approach to work.
• Team player approach with strong leadership capabilities.

The Location: Vineyard Wind is based in Boston, MA, with offices in New Bedford, MA. 

Why Should You Apply? This is an outstanding opportunity for the right candidate to make a major impact on the success of our company. Additionally, we offer flexible schedules and the opportunity to become part of a growing industry in the United States.

How to Apply: Provide the information requested below to submit your resume for immediate consideration. A member of our team will contact you to discuss your qualifications and the requirements of the position.