Rich Mathews is an experienced contract manager with a strong background in various industries, including renewable energy, defense, and aviation. Currently serving as the Contract Manager at Vineyard Wind since November 2021, Mathews oversees the transportation and installation efforts for the Vineyard Wind 1 offshore wind farm, managing multiple aspects such as milestones, finances, and claims. Prior roles include Contract Manager at Mitsubishi Power Americas and Raytheon Technologies, where responsibilities encompassed contract management for energy solutions and defense programs, respectively. Mathews' career also includes significant positions at GE Aviation, where duties spanned product marketing, sales operations, and legal contract analysis. An educational foundation in Business Law, complemented by an MBA and a JD from Suffolk University, supports Mathews' extensive expertise in contract negotiation and management across complex projects.