Senior Analyst, EPC Procurement at Clearway Energy

Houston, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Renewable Energy, Wind EnergyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, procurement and supply chain, engineering, or related field
A minimum of two years’ experience with EPC contracting and negotiations
Project management, contracting, and negotiation experience with large-scale wind development projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Support the Senior Manager, Procurement, in achieving the team’s mission and objectives, including development and implementation of a best-in-class sourcing strategy, with a focus on wind EPCs for both new-build and repower projects
Orchestrate competitive RFx bidding and contracting efforts for EPC contracts, in coordination with development, engineering, construction, legal, finance, and Operations & Management
Conduct EPC bid review and EPC Contractor performance reviews to assess contractor risks and opportunities and recommend strategies to strengthen contractor selection
Conduct bid levelization through Excel workbook to evaluate baseline variances and identify key cost drivers while tracking and reporting cost movements throughout negotiations
Effectively support negotiations, identifying and mitigating cost and schedule risks while ensuring alignment with Clearway policies
Ensure that Clearway risks are mitigated through alignment across major project agreements (TSA, Service Maintenance agreement, PPA, EPC agreement, Warranty, etc.)
Review the scope of supply and scope of work on different contracts to ensure that there are no gaps and that interfaces are well-established and understood by all parties
Support and strengthen strategic relationships with key EPC partners, ensuring effective contract management while actively driving progress toward MOUs and project milestones
Interface with EPC Contractors to gather and analyze market intelligence on emerging trends, tariff impacts, and legislative or policy changes that may influence the bidding process and project schedule
Manage the development of bidding strategies and the qualification of bidders
Ensure timely and frequent engagement with key cross-functional teams on all issues related to Wind EPC Contracts
Support and facilitate internal team resolution on material changes to agreements across both commercial and technical issues
Coordinate with Engineering to gather and maintain specifications, scopes of work, and standards to be followed for Clearway’s wind projects
Build strong relationships with internal teams and with external vendor and contractor partners
Support the project financing process by coordinating inputs from wind EPC contractors and cross-functional teams to address independent engineering (IE) questions
Provide support, as needed, with the EPC procurement team, with occasional opportunities to engage in solar and BESS EPC contracting
Assist in the identification, development, and implementation of new contract policies and processes, including the incorporation of continuous process improvements

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ExcelEPC ProcurementRFPsRFx BiddingContract NegotiationBid LevelizationBid EvaluationVendor ManagementMarket IntelligenceRisk Mitigation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or hybrid, and where are the office locations?

This position can be hybrid-based in Houston, TX; Scottsdale, AZ; Denver, CO; or San Francisco, CA offices.

What is the salary range for the Senior Analyst, EPC Procurement role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills or experiences are required for this role?

Key skills include supporting competitive bid processes for EPC contracts, conducting bid levelization using Excel, contract negotiation, market intelligence analysis on geopolitical factors, and coordinating across cross-functional teams like Development, Engineering, Legal, Finance, and Construction.

What is the team structure and reporting for this position?

The position reports to the Senior Manager, Procurement, and works closely with Project Development, Engineering, Construction, Legal, Finance, and Operations & Management teams.

What makes a strong candidate for the Senior Analyst, EPC Procurement role?

Strong candidates have experience in EPC procurement for wind projects, proficiency in Excel for bid levelization, skills in contract negotiation and risk mitigation, ability to analyze market intelligence, and strong cross-functional coordination capabilities.

Clearway Energy

Develops and operates renewable energy projects

About Clearway Energy

Clearway Energy Group focuses on developing and operating renewable energy projects, primarily in the United States. The company has a diverse portfolio of over 350 projects, which includes large-scale solar and wind farms, as well as community solar initiatives. Their products work by generating electricity from renewable sources, which is then sold to utilities and large energy consumers through long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs). This model provides a steady revenue stream while promoting the use of clean energy and reducing carbon emissions. Clearway Energy Group differentiates itself from competitors by its extensive experience in the renewable energy sector and its commitment to high safety and performance standards in project execution. The company's goal is to facilitate the transition to a sustainable energy future by providing reliable and competitive clean energy solutions.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

$1,600MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

EnergyIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Life Insurance

Fertility Treatment Support

Adoption Assistance

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Risks

Increased competition may impact Clearway's market share and profitability.

Supply chain constraints could delay project timelines and financial projections.

Fluctuating energy prices may affect Clearway's project viability and contracts.

Differentiation

Clearway Energy specializes in utility-scale solar and wind projects across the U.S.

The company secures long-term PPAs, ensuring stable revenue streams.

Clearway Energy integrates solar and storage, enhancing grid reliability and efficiency.

Upsides

Clearway's acquisition of Tuolumne Wind Project adds 137 MW to its portfolio.

The Inflation Reduction Act boosts demand for Clearway's renewable energy PPAs.

Clearway's $665M Texas project advances solar and storage integration.

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