Energy & Climate Solutions Associate (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) - Boston

Job Description

Job Description

Energy & Climate Solutions Associate – Engineering, Procurement & Construction Locations:

San Francisco, Seattle, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., New York, Salt Lake City, Boston Compensation:

$310,000–$435,000 + Bonus + Full Benefits Direct Counsel represents a

leading Am Law firm

seeking an

Energy & Climate Solutions Associate or Counsel

with

4–8 years of experience

in engineering and construction law matters and commercial procurement contracts related to energy and infrastructure project development. About the Practice Group

The firm’s

Energy & Climate Solutions (ECS) Group

is a dynamic, mission-driven practice focused on cutting-edge energy transition and infrastructure projects. Attorneys have the opportunity to work on complex, innovative, and often first-of-their-kind matters across the rapidly evolving energy and climate landscape. The group advises clients on projects involving: Solar PV and solar + storage Stand-alone battery storage Wind and geothermal Nuclear energy Carbon capture, direct air capture, and carbon removal Biomass and renewable fuels EV charging infrastructure Hydrogen, fuel cells, renewable chemicals, data centers, and transmission projects About the Role

The selected attorney will advise clients on sophisticated energy and infrastructure development matters, including engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) agreements and commercial contracting. Responsibilities include: Drafting and negotiating EPC agreements and related project development contracts Advising clients on procurement strategies and commercial agreements Supporting complex energy, infrastructure, and climate technology projects Collaborating with attorneys across project finance, corporate, regulatory, and transactional practices Managing client relationships and supporting innovative industry solutions Qualifications

4–8 years of experience in engineering, construction law, and commercial procurement matters Experience with energy, infrastructure, or project development transactions preferred Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills Ability to manage sophisticated matters in a collaborative, fast-paced environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Compensation & Benefits

Salary range:

$310,000–$435,000

based on experience/class year Discretionary merit bonus opportunities Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, retirement benefits, wellness programs, paid parental leave, family-building benefits, disability coverage, CLE support, and additional employee resources Direct Counsel connects exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and organizations.