Advise project teams involved in design-build and related projects, either in a contractor role, designer role, or both, as to appropriate contract strategies and terms in a variety of settings.
Review RFPs and the associated contracts, provide contract risk assessments including proposed contract exceptions and exceptions and suggest risk mitigation measures.
Be responsible to draft and review a variety of agreements, including NDAs, teaming agreements, joint ventures, prime contracts, and subcontracts.
Partner with senior leadership and project teams to drive risk strategy and resolve disputes.
Lead conflict-of-interest analysis and guide compliance decisions.
Maintain close working relationships with applicable leadership team, sales and delivery managers, other members of the legal department, as well as other internal core services groups necessary to achieve comprehensive review and risk assessment (cybersecurity, tax, insurance, etc.).
Conduct directed legal and compliance research as requested.
Serve as a primary contact to address questions related to existing contracts and contract processes.
Prioritize between multiple projects on a time-sensitive basis.

Requirements

A minimum of 8 years working in a law firm or in an in-house legal department as legal counsel
Substantial knowledge and experience with design-build projects and standard contract forms (such as DBIA and EJCDC), preferably in the water and wastewater industry
Experience building strong relationships with project teams and influencing decisions
Law degree and appropriate licensure.
Senior level experience negotiating contracts with a pragmatic, flexible negotiation style based on sound business acumen
Public-Private Partnership (PPP/P3) and/or Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) experience a plus.
Solid understanding of legal concepts (e.g., liability, insurances, indemnification, acceptance, warranties, software licensing, intellectual property rights, etc.) and state and local contracting practices
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Teams, and other contracts management technology
Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and communication (oral and written) skills
Exceptional business ethics, influence, and leadership skills.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Short and long-term disability
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Paid time off
Parental leave
Paid holidays
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Performance-based bonus eligibility
Employee referral bonuses
Tuition reimbursement
Pet insurance
Long-term care insurance

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

contract negotiationcontract draftingrisk assessmentlegal researchcompliance analysisdesign-build projectscontract managementlegal conceptspublic-private partnershipconstruction manager at risk

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillsorganizational skillsanalytical skillscommunication skillsleadership skillsinfluencecollaborationpragmatic negotiationrelationship buildingtime management

Certifications

law degreeappropriate licensure