Associate General Counsel

Primary Purpose: The Associate General Counsel advises operational leaders on complex contract negotiations, risk management, and dispute resolution, ensuring the organization's interests are protected.

Principal Duties and Accountabilities:

• Serves as the primary legal advisor to both the executive team, as well as operational leaders throughout the organization, providing expert guidance on diverse legal matters.
• Proactively identifies legal challenges and develops innovative solutions to mitigate associated risks.

• Collaborates with the executive team and Board of Directors to prepare and refine corporate policies, bylaws, and resolutions.
• Ensures the organization operates within all relevant legal and regulatory standards, promoting best practices in governance.

• Drafts, reviews, and negotiates contracts, agreements, and legal documents to secure favorable terms and minimize risks.
• Resolves contract disputes efficiently while ensuring compliance with legal standards.

• Oversees all litigation involving U.S. Engineering companies, including working with external counsel to develop effective dispute resolution strategies.
• Provides strategic advice on complex legal matters, supporting litigation strategy and settlements as needed.

• Mentors and develops the legal/risk team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Manages the legal department budget effectively, aligning resources with strategic needs.

Job Scope: The Associate General Counsel collaborates cross-functionally with executives and stakeholders to align legal strategy with business priorities, while safeguarding the organization's interests in a dynamic legal and regulatory environment.

Education & Experience:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one jurisdiction, required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the legal field, with a focus on general commercial law or litigation.
• Proven experience in legal counsel or a similar role, managing teams of legal professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team, fostering collaboration and professional growth.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build trust-based relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Deep knowledge of laws and regulations specific to the construction industry, including contract management, permitting, and environmental compliance.
• Understanding of corporate governance principles, including Board of Directors protocols and organizational compliance frameworks.
• Familiarity with federal laws (e.g., OSHA, FMLA) and state regulations relevant to multi-jurisdictional operations.
• Expertise in identifying, assessing, and mitigating legal risks in operational and financial contexts.
• Proficiency in alternative dispute resolution techniques to minimize litigation costs.
• Advanced skills in drafting, reviewing, and editing complex legal documents with high attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret legal statutes and their implications for the organization.
• Ability to explain complex legal matters clearly to non-legal stakeholders, including executives and board members.
• Skilled in making sound judgments quickly under pressure, balancing risk and opportunity.

Physical and/or travel demands:

• Frequent sitting, use of keyboard/monitor, use of 10-key and use of telephone.
• Travel to regional offices and/or project sites may be required.