<div> <img src="https://assets.jazz.co/customers/customer_20231218144746_GJWRLP2AOR2MLHY3/layout/20260916124502-image-20260916084502-1.jpeg"> Job Description – Commercial Contracts Manager<h1 style="margin-top:16px;margin-left:16px;"> Position Summary:</h1>The Commercial Contracts Manager will serve as the company’s internal commercial and contracts leader, supporting contract negotiation, risk management, and compliance initiatives. This role will lead company to company contract negotiations, support construction and project related contractual matters, coordinate compliance efforts, and serve as the primary liaison to outside legal counsel. The ideal candidate brings strong experience negotiating complex commercial contracts and preferably experience within the construction or EPC industry. This is an in office position based in Cincinnati OH and reports to the Chief Financial Officer. Key Responsibilities Contract Negotiation &amp; Strategy<ul><li>Negotiate customer-facing EPC agreements, subcontractor agreements, and vendor contracts, including pricing structures, scope language, risk allocation, performance guarantees, and indemnification.</li><li>Execute negotiation strategies aligned with margin targets, risk mitigation standards, and operational feasibility.</li><li>Prepare redlines, counteroffers, and negotiation summaries for leadership review and approval.</li><li>Clearly communicate negotiation updates and key risk items to internal stakeholders, escalating as needed.</li></ul> Contract Review &amp; Risk Management<ul><li>Conduct detailed redline reviews of contracts, distinguishing between business decisions and legal risk issues.</li><li>Partner with Legal (internal or external) to resolve contractual disputes and complex risk provisions.</li><li>Evaluate insurance requirements, liquidated damages, warranties, performance guarantees, change order language, and dispute resolution clauses.</li><li>Ensure executed contracts align with company standards and compliance requirements.</li></ul> Financial &amp; Performance Oversight<ul><li>Collaborate with Finance and Project Teams to assess financial implications of contract terms.</li><li>Analyze margin exposure, escalation clauses, schedule impacts, and performance penalties.</li><li>Review contract performance against agreed-upon terms and assist in enforcing compliance where necessary.</li><li>Support forecasting accuracy by identifying contractual risks affecting revenue recognition or cost exposure.</li></ul> Stakeholder Management &amp; Account Support<ul><li>Maintain strong internal relationships with Business Development, Operations, Engineering, and Construction.</li><li>Serve as SME for assigned contracts, providing guidance to PMs and leadership throughout project lifecycle.</li><li>Participate in client meetings as needed to support contract clarification or renegotiation.</li><li>Assist in dispute resolution and change order negotiations.</li></ul> Continuous Improvement<ul><li>Develop and refine contract templates, playbooks, and negotiation frameworks.</li><li>Identify recurring risk themes and recommend process improvements.</li><li>Support training initiatives for PMs and BD teams on contract risk awareness.</li></ul> Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Business, Risk Management, or related field preferred.</li><li>Seven (7) plus years of experience negotiating commercial contracts in a construction, EPC, manufacturing, or project based environment.</li><li>Strong understanding of construction contracts, risk allocation, indemnification, insurance, and dispute resolution.</li><li>Experience working with outside counsel and supporting litigation or claims processes.</li><li>Familiarity with regulatory and compliance environments relevant to project based industries.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to balance commercial objectives with risk mitigation.</li></ul> Skills &amp; Attributes<ul><li>Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills with a practical, solution oriented mindset.</li><li>Ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.</li><li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.</li><li>High degree of professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment.</li></ul> Melink Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.   </div>

Since 2009, Melink has been helping the commercial industry produce power at a lower cost, with a goal of mainstreaming Net Zero energy buildings. We partner with businesses and developers to design and build innovative solar PV systems of all sizes &mdash; from 100 kW to 30 MW &mdash; including ground-mounted, roof-mounted, and solar canopy arrays.
Our full-service commercial solar EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) firm delivers turnkey projects for a seamless customer experience. We provide system design and engineering, material procurement, construction, and monitoring capabilities.
Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, in the heart of the Midwest, we serve customers across the nation. Since 2009, Melink has eliminated CO2 emissions from 105,000,000 pounds of burned coal.

Commercial Contracts Manager

<div> Job Description – Commercial Contracts Manager<h1> Position Summary:</h1>The Commercial Contracts Manager will serve as the company’s internal commercial and contracts leader, supporting contract negotiation, risk management, and compliance initiatives. This role will lead company to company contract negotiations, support construction and project related contractual matters, coordinate compliance efforts, and serve as the primary liaison to outside legal counsel. The ideal candidate brings strong experience negotiating complex commercial contracts and preferably experience within the construction or EPC industry. This is an in office position based in Cincinnati OH and reports to the Chief Financial Officer. Key Responsibilities Contract Negotiation &amp; Strategy<ul><li>Negotiate customer-facing EPC agreements, subcontractor agreements, and vendor contracts, including pricing structures, scope language, risk allocation, performance guarantees, and indemnification.</li><li>Execute negotiation strategies aligned with margin targets, risk mitigation standards, and operational feasibility.</li><li>Prepare redlines, counteroffers, and negotiation summaries for leadership review and approval.</li><li>Clearly communicate negotiation updates and key risk items to internal stakeholders, escalating as needed.</li></ul> Contract Review &amp; Risk Management<ul><li>Conduct detailed redline reviews of contracts, distinguishing between business decisions and legal risk issues.</li><li>Partner with Legal (internal or external) to resolve contractual disputes and complex risk provisions.</li><li>Evaluate insurance requirements, liquidated damages, warranties, performance guarantees, change order language, and dispute resolution clauses.</li><li>Ensure executed contracts align with company standards and compliance requirements.</li></ul> Financial &amp; Performance Oversight<ul><li>Collaborate with Finance and Project Teams to assess financial implications of contract terms.</li><li>Analyze margin exposure, escalation clauses, schedule impacts, and performance penalties.</li><li>Review contract performance against agreed-upon terms and assist in enforcing compliance where necessary.</li><li>Support forecasting accuracy by identifying contractual risks affecting revenue recognition or cost exposure.</li></ul> Stakeholder Management &amp; Account Support<ul><li>Maintain strong internal relationships with Business Development, Operations, Engineering, and Construction.</li><li>Serve as SME for assigned contracts, providing guidance to PMs and leadership throughout project lifecycle.</li><li>Participate in client meetings as needed to support contract clarification or renegotiation.</li><li>Assist in dispute resolution and change order negotiations.</li></ul> Continuous Improvement<ul><li>Develop and refine contract templates, playbooks, and negotiation frameworks.</li><li>Identify recurring risk themes and recommend process improvements.</li><li>Support training initiatives for PMs and BD teams on contract risk awareness.</li></ul> Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Business, Risk Management, or related field preferred.</li><li>Seven (7) plus years of experience negotiating commercial contracts in a construction, EPC, manufacturing, or project based environment.</li><li>Strong understanding of construction contracts, risk allocation, indemnification, insurance, and dispute resolution.</li><li>Experience working with outside counsel and supporting litigation or claims processes.</li><li>Familiarity with regulatory and compliance environments relevant to project based industries.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to balance commercial objectives with risk mitigation.</li></ul> Skills &amp; Attributes<ul><li>Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills with a practical, solution oriented mindset.</li><li>Ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.</li><li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.</li><li>High degree of professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment.</li></ul> Melink Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.   </div>

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