What You Can Expect

As our Contract Advisor, you will lead the strategy development, sourcing and execution of contracts, specifically for construction and engineering, related to capital improvement projects for campus energy distribution systems. The Contract Advisor will work closely with Project Managers and Functional Teams to ensure that projects are properly contracted in compliance with contracting strategies, procurement policies, regulatory and corporate governance requirements with the objective of enabling the successful delivery of capital projects on campus.

This role will be a part of ENGIE’s Capital Projects Contract Management Team and be based at the Georgetown University campus. The Contracts Advisor will also liaise and share knowledge, lessons learned, and best practices with other members of the Contracts Team in Houston, TX, Columbus, OH, and Iowa City, IA.

You will:

• Develop contracting strategies for capital projects ensuring alignment with project schedules and stakeholder requirements
• Lead competitive sourcing processes such as Request for Proposals for contractor/supplier selection
• Negotiate terms and conditions and commercial structure of engineering and construction contracts
• Continuously identify and evaluate contractor/supplier relationships
• Participate in the administration of projects such as contractual submittals, notices, change orders, and project close-out requirements
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives, including supporting reviews of contractor/supplier invoicing for compliance with contracts, and evaluating and qualifying new and existing contractors

What You’ll Bring

• A minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management or related field
• Seven (7) or more years of experience in a related field where you have developed a background in contract development or contract administration or project related execution
• You will have gained experience in energy systems or construction with public, industrial, or commercial customers
• An understanding of Project Delivery Methods, execution and project related tax, finance, insurance and legal issues
• Experience in planning and working independently as well as being a collaborative team player
• Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently at a fast pace and with accuracy
• You have excellent communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Additional Details

This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy: We require a minimum of three days in the office per week, with the ability to work additional days on site when business necessitates it

Must be available to travel domestically up to 5% of the time

Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license/clean driving record

Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

This position consists of 5% of outdoor work, while performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions

Compensation

Salary Range: $136,680.00 – $182,160.00 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.  But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.  We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.