Assistant General Counsel

AECOM•New York, NY

1d•$240,000 - $280,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Tishman Construction Corporation/AECOM Tishman is seeking an Assistant General Counsel in New York City, NY to support our exciting construction projects. AECOM Tishman is a New York-based construction manager specializing in high-rise commercial, residential and hospitality projects. Founded on a reputation of professionalism and quality, with the financial backing of AECOM, we are one of New York City's premier builders. This position may provide some flexibility for a hybrid work schedule, combining in-office and virtual work, and must be based in New York, NY.

Requirements

Bachelor’s plus at least 12 years of relevant construction legal experience, including at least 4 years of leadership experience.
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school plus at least 10 years of experience as a practicing attorney supporting construction projects, including experience drafting and negotiating agreements and/or handling claims and litigation, or demonstrated equivalency of education and/or experience.
Admission to the bar in the State of New York.
Ability to work independently while functioning well in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Ten plus years of legal building construction experience
Experience with a larger General Contractor (GC) in the vertical construction market.
Project experience to include high rise residential and/or hospitality.
JD expertise in real estate, construction, etc.
Experience/knowledge of insurance policies, coverages, and claims.
Experience handling or overseeing litigation/dispute resolution proceedings.
Ability to partner, collaborate and work well in a team environment.
Dynamic and confident, flexible and proactive.
Ability to be positive, influence others, represent the organization, region and management professionally and positively.

Responsibilities

Works on legal matters for Tishman.
Reviews, prepares and/or negotiates contracts and subcontracts.
Identifying risks and preparation of legal advice with input as to risk assessments and requests for approval to proceed with projects or pursuits.
Provides counsel regarding collateral matters arising in connection with business transactions.
Partners with the commercial and operations teams to identify and protect the interests and objectives of the company, to minimize risk of loss and/or liability.
Manage external counsel where appropriate and necessary in judicial and administrative litigation and/or claims.
Work with Human Resources, Analysts and Insurance departments to review all contracts, bids, and contract-related services pre and post contract performance.
Lead negotiations between Tishman and its clients.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Responsible for the delivery of varied technical and professional activities.
Work is subject to practices and procedures covered by precedents, well-defined policy, and process considerations that may require periodic review with other teams or work groups.
Due to changing priorities or different situations encountered, incumbent has latitude to consider which procedure to use.
Possesses advanced analytical, technical and problem-solving skills and abilities.
Extremely organized with a strong sense of priority, urgency and commitment to deadlines. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.