Contracts Attorney

Contracts Attorney – Goldenrod Companies Goldenrod Companies is hiring a Contracts Attorney to support the legal needs of our growing construction companies. Goldenrod is a vertically integrated real estate development, construction, and investment company with more than $6 billion in developed assets and an active pipeline across high-rise, industrial, medical, hospitality, mixed-use, multifamily, and commercial projects. The Contracts Attorney will draft, negotiate, and manage agreements across Goldenrod's businesses and work closely with our construction companies. This is an opportunity to build broad, hands-on transactional experience with a well-capitalized company that is expanding nationally. Key Responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including construction contracts, subcontracts, purchase and sale agreements, leases, vendor agreements, and NDAs Partner with Goldenrod's construction companies on prime contracts, subcontracts, change orders, and related project documentation Identify and advise on contract risk, including indemnification, insurance, warranty, and payment terms Develop and maintain standard contract templates and clause libraries Manage contract workflow and track key dates, obligations, and renewals Support real estate acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and development transactions Coordinate with outside counsel on specialized matters as needed Provide practical, business-minded guidance to internal teams and leadership Qualifications 1-3 years of experience in a law firm or in-house setting JD from an accredited law school Active license to practice law in any U.S. state, in good standing and ability to become licensed in the State of Nebraska Experience drafting and negotiating contracts, in a law firm or in-house setting Strong attention to detail and sound judgment on risk Clear, practical communication skills with both legal and non-legal teams Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Preferred: Experience with construction contracts (AIA, ConsensusDocs, or similar) or construction-related matters Construction experience is a plus but not required. We're happy to talk with strong attorneys who want to learn the construction side. Why Goldenrod Work across development, construction, and investment under one platform Direct impact on deals and projects, with close access to leadership Exposure to construction law alongside real estate and commercial work A well-capitalized, growing company with a national footprint #J-18808-Ljbffr