Corporate Counsel Construction & Government Contracts

Job Description

Job Description

Corporate Counsel – Construction & Government Contracts

Monroe, OH (between Cincinnati and Dayton) | Full-Time | Arrangement to be confirmed

Seasoned construction or government-contracts lawyer ready to sit at the leadership table? In this in-house role, you'll guide contracts, disputes, bid protests, and federal compliance for a national construction contractor, and you'll manage outside counsel and develop your own direct reports.

Partnering with a highly regarded national construction contractor, Protem Legal is looking for a Corporate Counsel to join its in-house legal team.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• A strategic in-house seat working with executive and business-unit leaders
• Varied work: construction contracts, federal procurement, disputes, and labor matters
• Oversight of outside counsel and the legal budget
• People leadership: you'll supervise and develop direct reports
• A company that invests in professional growth
• Travel is limited, up to 15%

About the Role

You'll review and shape construction contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, leases, and purchasing agreements, and you'll advise on claims, disputes, and regulatory compliance. You'll also lead the legal side of government audits and investigations and recommend when to bring in outside counsel.

What You'll Do

• Review construction and federal contracting documents so they're sound and on time
• Advise on negotiations, project disputes, and regulatory compliance
• Support litigation and dispute resolution and weigh the merits of claims
• Advise on bid protests and government contracting compliance
• Manage outside counsel, including budgets and their opinions
• Assist with labor negotiations and HR matters with legal significance
• Supervise, coach, and review direct reports

What We're Looking For

• J.D. and an active law license
• 8+ years of experience, preferably in construction
• Strong knowledge of the FAR, federal procurement rules, construction law, and government contracting
• Sharp analytical, drafting, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and a high level of discretion

Helpful Experience

• Familiarity with construction software such as Vista

Work Environment

This is a full-time role based in Monroe, with up to 15% travel. The source doesn't state whether it is on-site or hybrid, so we'll confirm that with you.

How to Apply

Ready to be a trusted adviser to construction leadership? Apply confidentially through Protem Legal. We'll contact you before anything is shared with the employer.