rPlus Energies · 10 hours ago
Director of Procurement, Renewable Energy
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years exprPlus Energies is a leading company in the renewable energy sector, specializing in large-scale energy generation and electric storage projects. The Director of Procurement will lead the procurement strategy for utility-scale renewable energy projects, managing high-value contracts and ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
Renewable EnergySolar
Responsibilities
Develop and execute comprehensive procurement strategies for solar PV and BESS projects, ensuring alignment with project timelines, budgets, and technical requirements
Establish and maintain vendor qualification criteria and relationship management
Establish and maintain supply chain and procurement contract risk allocation frameworks (including continual tariff regulatory matters)
Draft detailed Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotations (RFQs) for major equipment packages including high voltage transformers, inverters, photovoltaic modules, and EPC services
Lead competitive solicitation processes, including vendor qualification criteria and outreach, bid evaluation, technical and commercial analysis, and recommendation development
Manage procurement activities for contracts valued between $10 million and $500 million
Own procurement through contract award; construction-phase contract administration is shared with Construction Manager per project responsibility matrix
Lead complex commercial negotiations with suppliers and EPC contractors, balancing cost, schedule, technical performance, supplier/service provider division of responsibility flow-downs, and risk allocation
Negotiate Photovoltaic Module Supply Agreements, including pricing structures, delivery schedules, warranty terms, performance guarantees, and quality assurance requirements
Structure and negotiate EPC contracts, including scope definition, payment terms, liquidated damages, performance bonds, and warranty provisions
Negotiate BESS supply agreements, including scope, payment, liquidated damages, security, warranty, and maintenance provisions; including coordination with asset management division for execution of corresponding long-term services agreements
Negotiate equipment supply agreements for transformers, inverters, and other balance-of-system components
Collaborate closely with legal counsel to develop contract structures, review legal terms, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
Draft and negotiate standard construction contract provisions including payment terms, change order procedures, indemnification, insurance requirements, force majeure, dispute resolution, and termination rights
Ensure contracts incorporate appropriate risk mitigation strategies and protect company interests
Manage contract amendments, change orders, and claims resolution processes
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers, manufacturers, and EPC contractors in the renewable energy sector
Conduct vendor qualification, due diligence, and performance evaluation
Coordinate with internal stakeholders including engineering, project development, finance, and operations teams to ensure procurement strategies align with project objectives
Maintain vendor relationships and support Construction Management and Asset Operations team through warranty period
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
Minimum 7-10 years of procurement or commercial experience in renewable energy, power generation, or large-scale infrastructure projects
Proven track record managing procurement for contracts exceeding $200 million in value
Direct experience with solar PV and/or BESS project procurement preferred
Strong understanding of utility-scale solar PV systems, including module technology, inverters, transformers, and balance-of-system components
Familiarity with Battery Energy Storage Systems and associated equipment
Knowledge of EPC contract structures and delivery models for renewable energy projects
Understanding of electrical engineering concepts and power plant design principles
Expert-level negotiation skills with demonstrated success in complex, high-value transactions
Strong understanding of construction contract law and common contract provisions including FIDIC, AIA, or ConsensusDocs frameworks
Experience working collaboratively with legal teams on contract development and risk management
Demonstrated experience evaluating UFLPA and trade compliance
Familiarity with financing structures, payment mechanisms, and security instruments for large projects
Exceptional analytical and financial modeling skills for bid evaluation and cost analysis
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including ability to draft clear RFPs and technical specifications
Strong project management capabilities with ability to manage multiple concurrent procurements
Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency with procurement software, contract management systems, and Microsoft Office suite
Preferred
Master's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
Professional certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or PMP (Project Management Professional)
Experience with international procurement and cross-border transactions
Knowledge of Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and international commercial terms (INCOTERMS)
Knowledge of Prevailing Wage requirements, Construction Pay applications and other common construction contract provisions
Familiarity with renewable energy incentive programs, tax equity structures, and project finance
Experience with supply chain risk management and logistics coordination for large equipment
Knowledge of OBBBA Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) restrictions and ongoing legal and regulatory developments
Company
rPlus Energies
rPlus Energies builds new power plants to help rebuild America's energy infrastructure.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$2.06BKey Investors
TruistRBC Capital MarketsSandbrook Capital
2025-09-08Undisclosed· $100M
2025-06-05Undisclosed· $500M
2024-07-16Debt Financing· $1B
Leadership Team
Christian Gardner
Co-Founder / Chairman
Natalie Jackson
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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