Senior Counsel – Procurement and Construction

EDF Renewables North America

Senior Counsel negotiating construction, procurement, and service agreements for EDF power solutions, a renewable-energy developer and power producer. Advising project teams on compliance, risk, financing, and bidding.

Posted 8/14/2026full-time🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $154,800 - $258,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drafting and negotiating complex legal agreements, including Construction and Procurement Agreements, while providing legal counsel to internal clients and managing external legal counsel. Proficient in interpreting renewable-energy laws and ensuring compliance within legal frameworks.

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JD Or LLB From An Accredited Law SchoolCurrent Bar LicenseCommercial Drafting And Negotiation SkillsExperience Managing External CounselLegal Counsel And Advice

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Hard Skills

Drafting AgreementsNegotiating ContractsLegal ComplianceRisk ReviewDue DiligenceContract Template CreationLegal TrainingProject FinancingBidding Process SupportDecision-Making

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationRelationship-BuildingProblem-SolvingTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft SoftwareGeneral Office Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Current Bar License

Industry Keywords

Renewable EnergyConstruction LawProcurement LawLegal Risk ManagementContract Law

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Draft and negotiate engineering procurement and construction, balance of plant, early work, high-voltage, battery storage, equipment supply, service, maintenance, operations and maintenance, logistics, software, licensing, escrow, and other related agreements
Lead negotiations, drafting, and critical review of Construction Agreements, Procurement Agreements, Service Agreements, Ancillary Agreements, and Framework Agreements
Support internal clients with interpreting renewable-energy laws and incorporating compliance language into agreements
Support internal risk review and approval processes
Support due diligence for project debt financing, equity financing, purchase and sale, build-transfer, and design-build-and-sell transactions
Advise construction and procurement teams during RFP and bidding processes, including preparing contract packages, reviewing bidder responses, and evaluating bids
Create and update contract templates and form agreements
Provide legal counsel and advice to internal clients and senior management
Provide legal training to internal clients
Manage outside legal counsel
Recommend improvements to legal department processes to increase efficiency and mitigate legal risks
Operate within the Legal Department’s budget
Travel domestically and internationally as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically ten (10) years or more of law firm and/or in-house experience
Current bar license from one or more U.S. or Canadian jurisdictions
JD or LLB from an accredited law school in the U.S. or Canada
Experience managing external counsel
Excellent commercial drafting and negotiation skills
Ability to manage numerous challenging work assignments simultaneously under aggressive deadlines
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to advise internal clients and senior management on complex legal matters
Excellent relationship-building skills
Ability to work effectively with colleagues and internal clients
Superior decision-making and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated sound business judgment
Ability to sit or stand at a computer for a reasonable length of time
Ability to walk or stand regularly
Domestic and international travel required
Frequent use of Microsoft software and general office equipment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive bonus incentives; eligible for annual bonus program
Low-cost health and wellness coverage for employees and eligible dependents
Generous 401k matching contribution
Favorable paid time off programs
Paid parental leave after one year of service
Learning, career development, and advancement opportunities
Mentorship and buddy programs