Job Description

Overview:
An established leader in the power and construction industries is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join its legal team. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced attorney to provide strategic legal support to two affiliated entities within a prominent construction-focused organization in the renewable energy sector. The role offers a dynamic environment where legal expertise directly supports project execution, risk mitigation, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of complex contracts, including EPC agreements, master service agreements, purchase and sale agreements, and related documents.
• Advise leadership on contract risks and mitigation strategies during bid and proposal reviews.
• Provide post-award legal support to project teams, including contract interpretation and claims management.
• Support vendor negotiations and assist with commercial terms.
• Conduct legal research and advise on compliance with licensing and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in developing and resolving construction-related claims (e.g., delay, disruption, force majeure).
• Contribute to internal training and development of legal processes and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 8 years of transactional legal experience, with a strong focus on construction, engineering, or power generation industries.
  • Preferred: In-house counsel experience within a construction or engineering firm.
  • Experience with claims management and contract dispute resolution is a plus.
  • Familiarity with insurance and intellectual property law is advantageous.

Core Competencies:

• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Practical, business-oriented legal judgment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
• High attention to detail and proactive problem-solving approach

Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision) effective Day 1
• 401(k) with full match up to 4%
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Family leave (maternity/paternity)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Wellness programs, gym reimbursement, and weight loss benefits
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Eligibility for annual performance bonus

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