Solar Contracts Specialist I | Asheville, NC Position Available In Buncombe, North Carolina

Solar Contracts Specialist I | Asheville, NC 8 views B.S. Liberal Arts – Political Science/IR – Sustainability NC April 30, 2025

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Asheville, NC
Blue Ridge Power is a full-service EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) company for solar projects across the United States, offering integrated engineering, a qualified professional labor force, and an expansive fleet of equipment to serve the needs of our clients. Headquartered in Asheville, NC, with offices in Fayetteville, NC, and Lexington, SC. Blue Ridge Power has installed 8 GW of solar infrastructure throughout the country and employs about 700 team members. Learn more at blueridgepower.com.
Blue Ridge Power (BRP) is seeking a Contracts Specialist I to join our team! The Contracts Specialist I is responsible for managing Request for Proposal (RFP) document reviews and administration of EPC contracts. The candidate must be attentive to detail, a problem-solver, and able to operate in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple assignments.
The Contracts Specialist I reports directly to the Sr. Director, Commercial Contracting.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment Visa.

What You’ll Do:

Coordinate and organize the document review process from RFP to contract execution.
Manage Subject Matter Expert (SME) exhibit review tracker, SME exhibit review assignment, and SME exhibit review schedule.
Compile SME exhibit review comments and present to RFP team (Project Execution, Estimating, RFP Managers/Writers) for integration into proposal.
Manage BRP RFI tracker and organize responses through Owner RFI tracker platform.
Manage RFP Document handoff to EPC Commercial Team and provide support to this group during EPC contract negotiations upon project award.
Attend and assist with meetings with both internal and client stakeholders.
Support RFP and Contracting Process optimization and improvement efforts.
Support contract administration activities for EPC Contracts.

Must-Haves:

Strong ability to build and maintain good relationships and work within a team environment in a friendly, professional, and collaborative manner.
Exceptional personal organizational skills.
Strong ability to prioritize tasks and effectively manage competing deadlines.
Solid written and oral communication skills with the proven ability to distill complex, multi-factor problems into clear, actionable deliverables.
Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Project, and Outlook
A positive attitude that embraces BRP’s core values of Collaboration, Ownership, Grit, and Creativity.

Education and Certifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, Legal or Engineering related fields or equivalent experience required.

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

This position can be remote, with travel to BRP office locations in Asheville or Fayetteville, NC as required.
The position works in an office environment.
Travel up to 10-15% when needed.
Must be able to sit/stand at a desk and utilize a computer for extended periods.
May require lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds.
Blue Ridge Power believes in taking care of our employees by offering benefits that support their physical, mental, and financial well-being.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Matching 401k, Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Training and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, Hybrid Work Options, Remote Work Options, Dog-Friendly Offices, and much more!
Blue Ridge Power supports organizations local to our offices in Fayetteville, NC, and Asheville, NC, including the school systems, environmental groups, athletics, youth organizations, and more.
Blue Ridge Power is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace.
Blue Ridge Power does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies.
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