Principal - Project Commercial Contract (Renewables EPC Contracts)

The MasTec Companies • Full-time • Indianapolis, Indiana • 1w ago

Overview

Responsible for administration of EPC contracts in conjunction with project leadership, including risk identification andcontractmanagement during project execution, providing inputand influence throughout the project lifecycle.Lead the development and execution of entitlement and commercial recovery strategies associated with changes, delays, disruptions, and other compensable events.Coordinatedirectly with the site leadership, Commercial, and Legal teams to pro-actively monitor and manage contractual terms, draft notices, and coordinate change order administration.Responsible for ensuring all contract management procedures, documentation requirements, andprocessesrequired forthe project are being properly adheredto.This positionis a key resource for project leadershipandplays a vital role in ensuring that construction projects are completed successfully, on time, and within budget while maintaining compliance with contractual obligations and requirements. ThePrincipal’sexpertise is essential for minimizing risks and fostering positive relationships among all stakeholders involved in the project.

Location & Travel Details: This position will sit in our Indianapolis, IN office but will be required to travel to Indiana based projects 3-4 days out of the work to work alongside project leadership and other stakeholders.

Company Overview

MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors, and White Construction, combines over 20 years of experience in renewable energy construction. Depending on your position and project, you may work for one or more of our companies over your career with us. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).

We embrace diverse perspectives among our employees and across all levels of our business, including our suppliers, community partners, and clients. We have built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and approaches to our organization. By collaborating across departments, we foster innovation and encourage everyone—from interns to executives—to share their ideas and make an impact. Our goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in our industry.

The MasTec Renewables market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Our renewables sector focuses on solar, wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments.

Responsibilities

Serve as the subject matter expert for complex contractual and commercial issues
Present commercial risk assessments and recommendations to executive leadership
Establish relationships with the various project operational leadership teams
Proactively identify potential changes and prepare forward-looking analysisandconceptual mitigation plans to keep the project leaders aware of potential issues before they arise
Interface directly with clients on contractual matters
Experience developing and executing comprehensive claims and entitlement strategies on EPC and large infrastructure projects
Experience preparing, evaluating, and negotiating change orders, delay claims, disruption claims, and cost recovery initiatives
Demonstrated experience with schedule-driven claims, critical path methodology (CPM), and delay analysis techniques
Experience supporting litigation, arbitration, mediation, dispute review boards, or expert consultant engagements
Conduct periodic audits of project compliance with notice provisions, subcontract requirements, quality documentation, insurance obligations, and payment terms
Draft contractual notices to subcontractors and suppliers regarding performance and other project execution related matters
Participate in regular project team meetings, including owner meetings, and proactively engage with the project team regarding risk assessments
Advise the Project Manager on the contractual change requirements including monitoring and tracking changes and claims through final resolution
Provide support to the Project Manager, project team, and insurance team in administering, tracking, documenting, and closing our insurance claims
Support project closeout to ensure all contractual requirements are met including administration of certificates and warranties
Capture contractual lessons learned during project execution and report out during the Close Out Phase Gate
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Work Experience and Education

Bachelor’s degree in law, engineering, construction management or relevant discipline; or equivalent experience
10+ years of recent experience in construction contract management on large and complex construction projects in the $150MM to $250MM range
Three+ years of recent experience in using construction management software
Experience participating in pre-award contract negotiations with owners, subcontractors, suppliers, and joint venture partners
Experience in EPC, design-build, renewable energy, transmission, power generation, industrial, or heavy civil projects
Experience managing commercial risk across multiple concurrent projects
Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM), or Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred
RICS, MRICS, or equivalent commercial management certification preferred
Certification in claims analysis or delay analysis (AACE, PSP, etc.) preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong knowledge of construction contract requirements, contract change conditions, claims analysis and negotiations, change order cost estimates, and time impact analyses
Experience with Viewpoint, Procore, and Project Controls software
Subject-matter expert in contract management principles and techniques
Understanding of common construction agreement provisions including warranties, limits of liability, risk of loss, schedule milestones/LD’s, force majeure, and change orders
Ability to interpret difficult and complex contractual provisions
Strong organizational skills, initiative, and meticulous attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Working knowledge of Primavera P6 scheduling principles and CPM schedule analysis
Ability to evaluate schedule impacts associated with changes, delays, acceleration, and productivity losses

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions
Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places and extreme heat
Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration
Noise level in the work environment is usually loud

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation
Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
Emergency Travel Assistance Program
Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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