Managing Counsel
About the Opportunity
A leading, energy platform is seeking an experienced Managing Counsel to join its growing in-house legal team. The organization owns and operates a diverse portfolio of large-scale power generation assets across North America and is actively expanding through the development of new energy infrastructure projects.
Backed by a premier global investment firm, the company combines institutional capital with deep operational expertise to deliver reliable, efficient, and flexible power solutions that support evolving grid needs.
This is a high-impact role offering exposure to complex, large-scale development projects and direct collaboration with senior leadership.
Position Overview
Reporting to the General Counsel, the Managing Counsel will play a critical role in supporting the company's engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPC) activities. The role focuses on legal strategy and execution across the full lifecycle of development projects - from inception and financing through construction and operation.
Key Responsibilities
- Support development and EPCM teams with legal guidance across project lifecycle, including development, financing, construction, and operations
- Lead negotiation of complex commercial agreements, including:
- Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) agreements
- Major equipment supply agreements
- Construction and procurement contracts
- Advise on risk allocation and mitigation strategies within EPCM structures
- Partner with finance and legal colleagues during project financing, including diligence related to EPC/EPCM arrangements
- Provide strategic legal input across multiple concurrent development projects
- Collaborate with external counsel, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders
- Offer mentorship and direction to junior legal team members
Qualifications
Required
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school
- Active bar membership in good standing (U.S. jurisdiction)
- Extensive experience in construction law and energy/infrastructure projects
- Strong background negotiating EPC agreements and related contracts
Preferred
- In-house legal experience within the power generation or infrastructure sector
- Experience leading EPC/EPCM transactions and managing external counsel
Key Skills & Attributes
- Strong commercial mindset with the ability to translate legal advice into practical business solutions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple complex priorities with sound judgment and independence
- Collaborative, team-oriented approach with strong attention to detail
- High integrity, professionalism, and accountability
Working Environment
- Hybrid work structure
- Remote candidates outside of New Jersey will be considered but will be required to travel on a monthly basis
- Some flexibility required outside standard business hours
Compensation & Benefits
The company offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including:
- Employer-sponsored health and wellness benefits
- Retirement savings plan with pre- and post-tax options
- Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
- Disability and life insurance coverage
- Additional voluntary benefits
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