Manager, Subcontracts

Blue Ridge Power is seeking a Manager, Subcontracts to lead subcontractor negotiations and administration. The role involves managing commercial risks, collaborating with various teams, and advising the executive team. Candidates should have over 7 years of EPC/Subcontracts experience in energy or construction. This position can be remote, preferably near Asheville or Fayetteville, NC, with occasional travel required.
Blue Ridge Power is a full-service EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) company for solar projects across the United States, offering integrated engineering, a qualified professional labor force, and an expansive fleet of equipment to serve the needs of our clients. Headquartered in Asheville, NC, with offices in Fayetteville, NC, and Lexington, SC. Blue Ridge Power has installed 8 GW of solar infrastructure throughout the country and employs about 700 team members. Learn more at blueridgepower.com.

Blue Ridge Power (BRP) is seeking a Manager, Subcontracts (Manager, Commercial Contracting), to join our team! The Manager, Subcontracts, is responsible for leading commercial subcontractor and vendor negotiations and administration of subcontracts. The candidate must be attentive to detail, a problem-solver, and able to operate in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple assignments.

The Manager, Subcontracts reports directly to the Sr. Director, Commercial Contracting.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment Visa.

What You'll Do:
• Lead commercial subcontractor and vendor negotiations and administration of subcontracts.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate contract commercial risks concerning price, cost, schedule, cash flow, profitability, security package, liquidated damages, and performance guarantees.
• Collaborate with project management, engineering, sales, and legal to help align the interests of BRP with customer-owners to enable successful project execution.
• Foster long-term mutually beneficial relationships with customers.
• Direct and manage contract review by internal subject matter experts.
• Review commercial documents for the sales and bidding process.
• Advise and present information and recommendations to the executive team.
• Proactively manage risk across the construction portfolio, guiding construction teams in risk mitigation techniques and solving dynamic issues in real time.
• Assist with managing, training, and nurturing a growing team of commercial professionals.

Must-Haves:
• 7+ years of EPC/Subcontracts experience in the energy or construction industry, preferably in solar or renewable energy.
• Substantial transactional experience at an energy or construction company.
• Proven ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to dispassionately mitigate risk.
• A positive attitude that embraces BRP’s core values of Collaboration, Ownership, Grit, and Creativity.

Education and Certifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.

Working Environment and Physical Demands:
• This position can be remote, preferably within a comfortable traveling distance to one of our BRP office locations in Asheville or Fayetteville, NC.
• The position works in an office environment.
• Travel to our BRP offices up to 10-15% when needed.
• Must be able to sit/stand at a desk and utilize a computer for extended periods.
• May require lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds.

Blue Ridge Power believes in taking care of our employees by offering benefits that support their physical, mental, and financial well-being.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Matching 401k, Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Training and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, Hybrid Work Options, Remote Work Options, Dog-Friendly Offices, and much more!

Blue Ridge Power supports organizations local to our offices in Fayetteville, NC, and Asheville, NC, including the school systems, environmental groups, athletics, youth organizations, and more.

Blue Ridge Power is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace.

Blue Ridge Power does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies.