Corporate Counsel, Construction & Risk

Use our easy apply form to send your application to Christina Chariott, the Jobot Pro hosting this job. Compensation based on experience. Corporate Counsel, Construction & Risk $110,000 - $130,000 per year | Berkeley Lake, GA | On-site | Permanent In-House Attorney (Commercial Construction Company) - Reporting to CEO | Great Benefits + Bonus Eligible! Based in Duluth, GA, we are a mid‑size commercial general contractor with decades of experience delivering high‑quality projects. Our expertise spans light industrial, big‑box retail, medical, and office construction. With headquarters in the Southeast and additional offices across multiple states, we take pride in building strong relationships and providing exceptional service to clients throughout the region and beyond. We are seeking an experienced General Counsel to serve as the primary legal advisor for a construction‑focused organization. This role provides strategic and practical legal guidance across contracts, claims, risk management, and regulatory compliance, partnering closely with executive leadership and project teams. Why join us? Competitive base salary + bonus structure Comprehensive benefits and travel perks Work directly under the CEO PTO, holidays, insurance, 401(k) + match offered Job Details Key Responsibilities Serve as the principal legal advisor to executive leadership on construction‑related legal matters Oversee drafting, negotiation, and interpretation of construction contracts (owner, subcontractor, vendor, and design professional agreements) Advise on claims, change orders, delays, scope disputes, and risk allocation Manage construction disputes and litigation, including coordination with outside counsel Support compliance with construction‑related federal, state, and local regulations Partner with operations and project teams on risk mitigation, insurance, bonding, and licensing matters Provide training and guidance on contract compliance and legal best practices Qualifications 5+ years of legal experience, preferably in construction, real estate, or commercial law Construction claims or litigation experience preferred Prior in‑house experience or support of contractors, construction managers, or design‑build firms preferred Strong working knowledge of construction contracts (e.g., AIA) and dispute resolution Ability to deliver practical, business‑focused legal guidance in a fast‑paced environment Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr