EPC Contracting Manager

The Company

Cypress Creek Renewables is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose-driven organization. We hope you will join us.

The Role

The EPC Contracting Manager position is responsible for aspects of EPC Contractor relationships, portfolio planning, detailed project/portfolio RFPs, contractor and bid vetting, contract terms and negotiations, preliminary project budgeting and scheduling, and contract management for CCR PV/BESS solar/storage projects.  Project sizes will vary 50MW in size to over 500MW.  The EPC Contracting Manager will work with others on the CCR team to manage the bidding process to 3^rd party EPC companies through the contract negotiations and execution with the successful EPC company.  Once the project moves to the execution phase, the EPC Contracting Manager will support the Construction PM in assuring successful execution of each project per the terms of the EPC Agreement. 

Essential Functions

• Prepare detailed RFP packages, confirm packages include all necessary project documents and details, and manage RFP process for large-scale PV/BESS projects and portfolios.
• Maintain bidding platform software as administrator for Pre-Construction Team.
• Manage all pre-construction aspects of EPC Contractor activities, from initial out-reach efforts, to schedule and budget planning, through the full RFP and contracting process.
• Prepare, negotiate, execute, and oversee both LNTP agreements for pre-financing deliverables and full EPC Agreements.
• Coordinate with project teams and EPC Contractors to identify the right contractor base to support specific projects and portfolios.
• Creating and maintaining a contracts compliance tracking system for Construction Management use during construction.
• Identifying risks to project success and working with internal and external parties to maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Support Development and Engineering teams to get projects ready for execution, managing through a structured de-risking process to finalize project scope, schedule, and estimate of cost.
• Works with the 3^rd Party EPC Contractors on project planning, management, and coordination of engineering, procurement, and construction.
• Develops, tracks, manages, and updates all Contract Exhibits, including the Scope of Work and Technical Specifications, to suit each project and minimize change order exposure, and when change orders are required, utilizes industry best practice for change management to minimize cost and schedule impacts.
• Compile signature packets and coordinate signatures
• Work closely with internal EPC counsel on the review and execution of EPC related contracts, including contract Amendments, LNTPs, MSA, Statements of Work, EPCA, and exhibits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management, construction management, and/or contract management of large-scale projects or programs
• BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline, advance study in Project Management and/or MBA desired
• Extensive EPC contracting experience; knowledge of key contractual requirements and risk areas
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
• Able to work both independently and as a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Structured, logical thinker with strong decision-making ability
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Strong customer service skills with focus on listening to the customer
• Ability to conduct negotiations with vendors, suppliers, governmental entities and utilities
• Working knowledge of the standardized project management processes and tools.
• Working knowledge of engineering design, procurement, and construction practices
• Working knowledge of project management cost systems
• Working knowledge of project scheduling concepts, techniques, and software such as MS-Project; experience with Primavera P6 a plus
• Working knowledge of office productivity software (MS-Office suite, including use of MS-Excel)
• Salesforce experience a plus
• Working knowledge of project cost budgeting and forecasting methodologies
• Multi-project execution experience
• Solar/Storage Industry experience strongly preferred
• Paralegal experience or certification a plus

Location: We have office locations in Santa Monica, San Francisco, Durham, Asheville and Washington DC. We are open to this candidate being based out of an office in a hybrid work environment or open to full Remote in the US. 

Benefits:

• 15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays.
• 401(k) Match
• Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance
• Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Phone Bill Reimbursement
• Fully expensed company travel, mileage reimbursement
• Company Swag

A note to Recruiting Agencies Cypress Creek Renewables Human Resources team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered property of CCR and we are not responsible for any related fees. All communication related to recruiting partnerships should ONLY be directed to the Human Resources team. 

Cypress Creek Renewables is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and values diversity, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.