Contract Manager

About DESRI

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DESRI (formerly D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments) is a market-leading owner and operator of renewable energy projects throughout the United States. We have acquired or developed approximately 11 gigawatts of contracted capacity across a portfolio of over 70 renewable energy projects in 22 states.

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About The Role

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DESRI seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with experience in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contracting to join its Pre-Construction team as a Contract Manager. This role provides the opportunity to support the execution and administration of renewable energy project contracts in an inclusive, collaborative, and engaging working environment.

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What You'll Do

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You’ll be responsible for supporting the coordination and administration of DESRI’s EPC contracts. This includes assembling and organizing contract exhibits, tracking version control, maintaining data rooms, and ensuring contract documents are complete, consistent, and aligned with company processes. You will prepare and manage EPC RFP packages, facilitate internal coordination among the legal, pre-construction, and project teams, and support compliance tracking in alignment with guidance from legal counsel. You’ll also help maintain documentation for lessons learned, promote best practices across projects, and support training for internal stakeholders on contract management procedures and tools.

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Qualifications

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• We’re looking for someone with a degree in business, legal studies, construction management, or a related field as well as five+ years of relevant experience in contract management. Prior experience in solar, wind, or BESS EPC contracting is strongly preferred, as is familiarity with construction contract administration.
• The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent organizational and documentation skills, and the ability to manage workflows, timelines, and records across multiple projects. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems is essential, along with strong communication and coordination skills.
• This role requires a collaborative mindset, with the flexibility to work extended hours and weekends during key contract milestones.
• The expected annual base salary for this position is $110K - $140K. Our compensation and benefits package includes variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus, guaranteed in the first year of hire, and benefits including medical and prescription drug coverage, 401(k) contribution matching, paid time off, wellness reimbursement, family building benefits, and a charitable gift match program.