Counsel

Job Purpose The Counsel role supports the Head of Legal by providing legal advice and hands‑on support related to contract review and negotiation, dispute and litigation management, and general legal guidance for projects in execution. This role works closely with project executives, risk management, and prequalification teams to proactively identify and mitigate legal risk while promoting compliance with applicable laws. Essential Responsibilities and Skills Drafts, reviews, and revises standard contracts with supervision. Participates in litigation and dispute management. Supports contract negotiations and escalates non‑standard risk. Provides timely and accurate legal advice under supervision, including regarding projects in execution to proactively mitigate risk and promote compliance with applicable law. Proactively addresses potential litigation, claims and disputes, including through proactive review with project management, risk department and others. Drafts correspondence and standard settlement agreements with supervision. Supports strategy development and selection and management of outside counsel. General Skills Proactive, self‑starter with a strong sense of ownership. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Supervisory Responsibilities This role does not have any supervisory responsibilities. Education and Experience Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Licensed to practice in or willing to become licensed in applicable jurisdiction(s). 5‑10 years of experience. Experience in construction law and contract review. Pay Range $140,000 - $215,000. Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with 100% of monthly premiums paid by the company. Employee Stock Ownership Plan. 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match. Employee Assistance Program. Company‑paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Plans. Company‑paid Short Term and Long Term Disability. Flexible Spending, Dependent Care and Commuter Plans. Career Development through Mentoring Program, Learning & Development, Continuing Education. Fitness Program. Pet Insurance. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr