Contract Specialist

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

Job Description Summary:

The Contract Specialist will efficiently manage and coordinate all aspects of the contract lifecycle, including review and administration of contracts for either (i) the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracting group (including PV, BESS and HV), or (ii) the operation and maintenance (Services) contracting group, as applicable, in relation to utility-scale projects. This role serves as a key liaison between Contracts, Legal, Pre-Construction, Business Development and other internal teams, ensuring timely and accurate contract processing, while mitigating risk and supporting business objectives.
This role is fully remote. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Description:

*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Position Responsibilities and Duties:

• Act as the primary point of contact for intake, distribution and review of main agreement contracts across internal departments.

• Upload client agreements into contracting software and conduct initial review of client agreements, assisting in identifying problematic provisions. Coordinate contract review processes with Contracts, Legal, Pre-Construction, Operations, Risk, and other stakeholders.

• Support state-specific and national labor concerns (eg Illinois REC, Nevada RETA, etc.)

• Track contract status from intake through execution; maintain accurate records and version control.

• Assist in the preparation of in-house contract templates for clients and vendors as needed.

• Develop and maintain a streamlined contract management process; propose improvements to enhance efficiency.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve contract issues and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Provide regular updates and reports on contract performance, compliance, and KPIs to leadership.

• Stay informed on industry trends, codes, tariffs, and best practices to ensure competitive positioning.

• Mentor junior team members and foster a culture of collaboration and excellence.

• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• 3+ years of experience in contract management, preferably in renewable energy or construction.

• Strong understanding of EPC concepts, scopes of work, and associated risks.

• Advanced proficiency in MS Word and Excel; familiarity with SharePoint, DocuSign, MS Teams, and contract management software.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret contractual terms and assess financial impacts.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external stakeholders.

• Commitment to ethical conduct, integrity, and professionalism.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer  

At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

Benefits:

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range:

$72,165.00 - $90,207.00

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team.

In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting.

Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter.

Job Number: J13087

If you’re interested in a meaningful career with a brighter future, join the SOLV Energy Team.