Corporate Counsel

Position Description:Provide day to day counsel, guidance and support related to contracts/construction law and other legal matters for assigned Business Units and/or regions.Essential Duties & KeyResponsibilities:- Provide legal advice and risk assessments across a broad range of legal matters related to contracts/construction law.- Advise business partners on legal, contractual, and risk matters impacting their areas of responsibility.- Analyze and summarize legal documents and complex business transactions and contracts.- Anticipate and mitigate potential legal problems involving the assigned Business Units.- Conduct and compile research, maintain/update organized legal due diligence documents.- Review owner contracts and support Business Unit leaders in the bidding/negotiation process.- Review routine project-related agreements (e.g. BIM releases, crane swing agreements, title company deliverables, lender consents.).- Analyze change orders and waivers/releases prepared by others for legal risks.- Partner with lead counsel in the management and resolution of contested matters.- Manage litigation and corporate disclosures for RFQ/RFP responses.- Partner with the Corporate Secretary regarding authorizing resolutions to accompany bids.- Maintain and utilize best practices with respect to contract terms.- Deliver legal training to the Business Units on a variety of legal topics, including project-specific requirements and ethics/compliance.- Develop and provide input to capture market trends and continuously improve processes.- Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.Qualifications:- JD degree with a valid law license.- Minimum of 5 years' experience with an emphasis on construction law, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.- Exercises independent judgment and discretion with the ability to identify problems and initiate corrective action.- Self-starter, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deliver high-quality work on tight deadlines.- Maintain knowledge of industry best practices and applicable legislation affecting the operations.- Adaptable and flexible to operate with minimal direction and little or no supervision while working in a complex and changing environment.- Proven written and verbal communication abilities with an emphasis on problem-solving and negotiation, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to employees and staff at all levels.- Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office suite, and various legal case management systems.- Ability to read, understand, and interpret contracts and insurance documents.- Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work with staff at all levels, both internal and external.- Ability to travel.The salary range for this position is estimated to be $150,000 to $175,000.

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