Contracts Manager

Overview

Description

Title:

Contracts Manager

Department:
Execution Planning Office

Location:

Ankeny, IA

Supervisor:
Director of Project Planning

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Position Status:
Permanent;
Full-time

Work Status:
Remote

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA) specializes in providing utility-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy storage systems (BESS) project development, along with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for solar and BESS projects nationwide. Qcells USA delivers comprehensive turnkey solutions encompassing the entire utility-scale project lifecycle. By choosing Qcells USA for turnkey solutions, customers can reduce uncertainty and risk, leading to enhanced investment returns and contributing to a more sustainable future.

Qcells USA’s turnkey solutions integrate the Development, Module, and EPC teams, coordinating with internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal to deliver value and performance. With multi-billion-dollar investments, Qcells is building a complete module supply chain in the U.S., including an expanding Georgia manufacturing facility—the largest in the Western Hemisphere.

As part of the global Qcells brand, Qcells USA benefits from a legacy of photovoltaic manufacturing excellence. Qcells is renowned for high-performance solar cells and modules, with dual headquarters in Seoul, South Korea and Thalheim, Germany. Qcells operates under Hanwha Group, a Fortune Global 500 company.

The Contracts Manager plays a pivotal role in our utility-scale solar EPC company, overseeing management and coordination of prime EPC contracts with clients. This role involves working with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure smooth execution and compliance of contractual obligations. The Contracts Manager leads contract coordination, internal reviews, and creates efficient workflows to meet project timelines. They will manage contract templates, collaboration tools, and facilitate effective client communication.

This position reports to the Director of Project Planning or another manager designated by the CEO. This is a hybrid position located in the Ankeny, IA office, with hours Monday–Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm or 9:00am to 6:00pm local time. Overtime and weekend hours may be required. Travel up to 10% is expected.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

• Prime EPC Contract Management
  • Oversee the management and coordination of prime EPC contracts with clients, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and project requirements.
  • Lead coordination efforts and meetings with clients to discuss contract terms, resolve issues, and ensure alignment with project objectives. Establish review timelines for timely document turnaround.
  • Create and manage contract collaboration tools to streamline communication and document sharing between internal teams and clients.
  • Maintain open and transparent communication with internal stakeholders, clients, and subcontractors to foster strong relationships and ensure alignment on project goals.
  • Compile contracts, track document and exhibit revisions, and other related document management tasks.
  • Review contracts for accuracy.
• Internal Coordination
  • Coordinate internal reviews and workflows of all contract exhibits, liaising with cross-functional teams including legal, finance, project management, procurement, module sales, and engineering.
• Contract Template Management
  • Manage contract exhibit templates, ensuring they are up-to-date, compliant with legal standards, and reflect best practices in the industry.
  • Manage updated revisions to internal LNTP templates.
• Risk Management
  • Identify and mitigate contractual risks, working closely with legal counsel and project teams to address potential issues and ensure project success.
  • Contribute to the Project Risk Register with contractual risks identified.
• Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and industry standards throughout the contract lifecycle.
  • Review, interpret, and…