Director of Contracts – Supply Chain
Blue Energy
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Chevy Chase • Maryland • United States
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About the role
- Define contracting strategies by package (EPC/EPCM/EPCCM, OEM supply, fabrication, construction, installation, logistics, services).
- Select pricing and risk models (lump sum, unit rates, T&M, target cost, cost-plus) and align them to scope maturity and delivery risk.
- Build and maintain contract templates, commercial terms, flow-down requirements, and approval workflows.
- Lead end-to-end sourcing events (market scan, vendor qualification, RFP/RFQ, clarifications, commercial evaluation, award recommendation).
- Negotiate and execute high-value agreements, including long-term framework agreements and master service agreements.
- Partner with Engineering and Project teams to drive value engineering, standardization, and cost-down opportunities.
- Own contract administration, including notices, correspondence, change orders, payment provisions, deliverables tracking, and closeout.
- Establish disciplined change management and claims-avoidance practices; support fact-finding and resolution of disputes when needed.
- Run supplier business reviews and performance management (quality, schedule, cost, safety, responsiveness).
- Translate nuclear QA/regulatory requirements into supplier-facing requirements, audit criteria, and contract language.
- Coordinate supplier qualification, audits, and corrective-action follow-up with Blue Energy QA and Regulatory teams.
- Right-size QA rigor by commodity and safety significance to expand the supply base while maintaining compliance.
Requirements
- 10+ years of progressive experience in contracts, procurement, commercial management, or supply chain leadership for large industrial or energy projects (e.g., LNG, offshore wind, petrochemical, mining, power generation, heavy construction).
- Demonstrated success negotiating and managing complex agreements across the full lifecycle (pre-award strategy through post-award execution).
- Working knowledge of EPC/EPCM contracting, supplier qualification, and performance management; strong command of risk allocation and commercial terms.
- Experience partnering with engineering and project controls to align scope, schedule, and cost baselines; disciplined approach to change management.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to influence across functions and levels, including executive stakeholders.
- Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in regulated industries (nuclear, aerospace, oil & gas) and/or implementing supplier QA programs, audits, and documentation controls.
- Professional certifications such as PMP, CPCM/CCM, MCIPS, or equivalent; familiarity with contract law and claims management.
- Experience building framework agreements and strategic supplier partnerships for long-lead equipment or large construction scopes.
- Lean/Six Sigma training or demonstrated experience improving procurement/contracting processes and cycle time.
- International sourcing experience and comfort operating across cultures, geographies, and time zones.
Benefits
- Blue Energy is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
contracting strategiespricing modelsrisk modelscontract templatessourcing eventsnegotiationcontract administrationchange managementsupplier qualificationperformance management
Soft Skills
communication skillsinfluenceleadershipcollaborationproblem-solvingnegotiation skillsorganizational skillsattention to detailadaptabilitystrategic thinking
Certifications
PMPCPCMCCMMCIPS