Contract Account Manager

Duties: In coordination with service site management, manage customer interactions related to SMA and TSA related activities and ensure accurate and consistent agreement implementation Set and manage customer expectations, particularly with respect to service operations and maintenance. Communicate with customers to identify needs and evaluate potential solutions. Working with service operation teams, manage SMA and TSA requirements to ensure both the company and the customer are meeting their contractual obligations. Ensure all reports are sent to customers in a timely manner, including monthly availability reports, service-related reports, and all other relevant reports. Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and strengthen customer relationships. Efficiently build and maintain a knowledge base of each customer's business, organization, and objectives. Facilitate monthly, quarterly, and/or annual meetings, as necessary, with the company and customers. Track SMA and TSA payments, including quarterly invoices, Availability Liquidated Damages (LDs), and Bonuses, and other applicable payments. Track the status of all operating projects and compile a monthly report highlighting all open issues. Work with Service Operations, Commercial Contract Management, Legal, and Sales teams on all contract extensions, change orders, amendments, warranty claims, and needed changes. Track customer interactions, follow-ups, issues, and project milestones and deliverables. Communicate SMA and TSA requirements to all stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion. Record and maintain meeting minutes, as necessary for customer meetings. Promote and enforce safety culture across the range of employees, contractors, and subcontractors to maintain highest quality, health, safety, and environmental performance. Follow QHSE policies, procedures, and guidelines Ensure that projects are designed and built to the highest quality, health, safety, and environmental standards. Promote and contribute to continuous improvement of company ISO’s program. Lead, promote and encourage all directly associated staff to comply with established QHSE management system requirements within 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards. Other duties as assigned or as business needs emerge

Required Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business from an accredited university. MBA is a plus. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a contract management role. Key account management experience in the wind energy field is preferred. Desired Qualifications/Core Competencies/

Skills: Able to demonstrate knowledge of current wind energy trends in the United States and/or Latin American countries. Able to demonstrate a professional network with access to decision makers at active wind turbine purchasers. Strong written/verbal communication and presentation skills. Strong work ethic. A quick learner capable of working independently with minimal supervision. Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of working time. Must pay attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to understand and explain contract language. Results-oriented with a good understanding of process improvement and best practices. Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills. Proven records of excellent customer service. Competent with Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, Power Point, and Project. Fluency in Spanish and/or Mandarin is a plus. The job will report to the offices in Illinois and candidates who reside in the state of Illinois are preferred.