Corporate Counsel
Overview:
An established leader in the power and construction industries is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join its legal team. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced attorney to provide strategic legal support to two affiliated entities within a prominent construction-focused organization. The role offers a dynamic environment where legal expertise directly supports project execution, risk mitigation, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of complex contracts, including EPC agreements, master service agreements, purchase and sale agreements, and related documents.
- Advise leadership on contract risks and mitigation strategies during bid and proposal reviews.
- Provide post-award legal support to project teams, including contract interpretation and claims management.
- Support vendor negotiations and assist with commercial terms.
- Conduct legal research and advise on compliance with licensing and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in developing and resolving construction-related claims (e.g., delay, disruption, force majeure).
- Contribute to internal training and development of legal processes and best practices.
Qualifications:
- Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 8 years of transactional legal experience, with a strong focus on construction, engineering, or power generation industries.
- Preferred: In-house counsel experience within a construction or engineering firm.
- Experience with claims management and contract dispute resolution is a plus.
- Familiarity with insurance and intellectual property law is advantageous.
Core Competencies:
- Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Practical, business-oriented legal judgment
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
- High attention to detail and proactive problem-solving approach
Benefits Include:
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision) effective Day 1
- 401(k) with full match up to 4%
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Family leave (maternity/paternity)
- Short- and long-term disability
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Wellness programs, gym reimbursement, and weight loss benefits
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Eligibility for annual performance bonus
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