Assistant General Counsel (New York)

Tishman Construction Corporation/AECOM Tishman is seeking an Assistant General Counsel in New York City, NY to support our exciting construction projects.

The position may provide some flexibility for a hybrid work schedule, combining in‑office and virtual work, and must be based in New York, NY.

Responsibilities

• Works on legal matters for Tishman.
• Reviews, prepares and/or negotiates contracts and subcontracts.
• Identifies risks and prepares legal advice with input on risk assessments and requests for approval to proceed with projects or pursuits.
• Provides counsel regarding collateral matters arising in connection with business transactions.
• Partners with the commercial and operations teams to identify and protect the interests and objectives of the company, to minimize risk of loss and/or liability.
• Manages external counsel where appropriate and necessary in judicial and administrative litigation and/or claims.
• Works with Human Resources, Analysts and Insurance departments to review all contracts, bids, and contract‑related services pre and post contract performance.
• Leads negotiations between Tishman and its clients.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Responsible for the delivery of varied technical and professional activities.
• Work is subject to practices and procedures covered by precedents, well‑defined policy, and process considerations that may require periodic review with other teams or work groups.
• Due to changing priorities or different situations encountered, incumbent has latitude to consider which procedure to use.
• Possesses advanced analytical, technical and problem‑solving skills and abilities.
• Is extremely organized with a strong sense of priority, urgency and commitment to deadlines. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s plus at least 12 years of relevant construction legal experience, including at least 4 years of leadership experience.
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school plus at least 10 years of experience as a practicing attorney supporting construction projects, including experience drafting and negotiating agreements and/or handling claims and litigation, or demonstrated equivalency of education and/or experience.
• Admission to the bar in the State of New York.
• Ability to work independently while functioning well in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ten plus years of legal building construction experience.
• Experience with a larger General Contractor (GC) in the vertical construction market.
• Project experience to include high rise residential and/or hospitality.
• JD expertise in real estate, construction, etc.
• Experience/knowledge of insurance policies, coverages, and claims.
• Experience handling or overseeing litigation/dispute resolution proceedings.
• Ability to partner, collaborate and work well in a team environment.
• Dynamic and confident, flexible and proactive.
• Ability to be positive, influence others, represent the organization, region and management professionally and positively.

Additional Information

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization, now or in the future.
• Relocation assistance and/or per diem is not offered for this position.
• Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.

Compensation

$240,000 - $240,000 per year

EEO Statement

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.