Sr. Contracts Manager - Renewable Energy

Do you want to work with high-caliber professionals in a dynamic and growing company? Are you entrepreneurial, hard-working, and collegial? Join us at SB Energy, a leading infrastructure company backed by Soft Bank Group and Ares Infrastructure, pairing cutting-edge innovation with best-in-class execution. Our mission is to deliver reliable and secure data center and power infrastructure to strengthen America's future.

Founded in 2019, SB Energy is a Soft Bank Group company headquartered in Redwood City, California. In 2026, Soft Bank Group and OpenAI announced a $1 billion investment to support SB Energy as their leading development and execution partner for data center campuses, while Ares Infrastructure continues its long-standing support of the company's growth. SB Energy develops, builds, owns, and operates some of the largest and most technically advanced energy and data center infrastructure projects in the United States.

Since its founding, the company has rapidly grown into a top-tier integrated platform with more than 3 gigawatts (GW) in operation and a multi-GW pipeline of energy and data center infrastructure nationwide.

SB Energy also leverages a strong culture of innovation to identify and integrate new technologies into its projects, including its AI-based digital platform, delivering energy infrastructure that is local, reliable, and matched to load. We are building the energy and infrastructure future- today.

Come join us in accelerating the energy and infrastructure transition!

As a member of the Supply Chain team, the Sr. Contracts Manager will play a crucial role in developing, drafting, negotiating, and executing contracts for our renewable energy projects. The Sr. Contracts Manager will be able to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. They should possess excellent organizational skills, be capable of managing multiple contracts simultaneously, demonstrate excellent follow-through skills, and have the ability to meet strict deadlines.

• Manage the end-to-end process of Request for Proposal (RFP) development, evaluation, and selection for renewable energy projects.
• Negotiate and draft construction contracts that adhere to project requirements, legal guidelines, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including development, project management, engineering, interconnection, capital markets and power marketing teams, to identify and address contractual risks and opportunities.
• Effectively communicate with senior executives both internally and externally.
• Conduct thorough analysis and review of contractual terms, including insurance, warranties, indemnities, and performance guarantees.
• Coordinate with the project management, consultants, and legal advisors to ensure compliance with project specifications, regulatory requirements, and local laws.
• Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes related to renewable energy projects.
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement efficient contract management strategies.
• Provide regular updates on the status of contracts to the project teams and management.
• Maintain well-documented files to accurately track contract templates, approvals, executed contracts, and pending contracts.
• Interpret existing contracts and provide guidance to the project management and operations teams on contractual and interpretation issues.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making skills, even in ambiguous situations.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or JD is a plus.
• Proven experience (preferably 10+ years) as a Construction Contracts Manager, with specific expertise in renewable energy sectors.
• In-depth knowledge of construction contracts, contract negotiation, and project management principles.
• Familiarity with renewable energy technologies, including solar, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and wind.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess contractual risks and propose effective mitigation strategies.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficient in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with…