Role OverviewThe Assistant General Counsel will serve as the Owner's lead legal resource for managing contractor claims, change orders, and disputes arising from major construction projects. The role will work closely with Project Management, Project Controls, Engineering, Procurement, Commercial, Finance, and outside counsel.
What You Will Do
The successful candidate will lead legal evaluation and management of contractor and vendor claims, assess contractual entitlement, and evaluate delay, disruption, acceleration, and productivity claims. They will also work directly with Project Controls and scheduling experts to evaluate CPM schedules and critical-path impacts.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will combine sophisticated construction-law experience with a practical understanding of major construction agreements and be able to operate autonomously and effectively at the intersection of law, project execution, project controls, and commercial strategy.
Requirements
- JD from an ABA-accredited law school
- 5+ years of experience in construction law
- Experience with EPC project execution, major equipment supply agreements, and contractor claims
- Ability to operate autonomously and effectively at the intersection of law, project execution, project controls, and commercial strategy
Benefits
- Industry competitive pay
- Health insurance package options
- Infertility Coverage
- Parental Leave
- 401(k) with up to a 6% match
- Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
- Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
- Identity theft protection
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
- Company vehicle (if applicable)
- Employee discounts
- Networking and employee engagement events
- Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests
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