Attorney I (Contracts)

External Dennis Group Jobs•Springfield, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Contracts Attorney supports the organization’s contracting function by reviewing and negotiating agreements critical to the business. This role partners closely with cross-functional business teams to ensure contracts align with company objectives, minimize risk, and comply with applicable laws and internal policies. The position is well-suited for an attorney early in their career seeking business-focused legal experience in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (A/E/C) industry. The Contracts Attorney will be a member of a small, team-oriented legal department.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (or eligibility for admission).
4-6 years of professional experience.
Strong written and verbal communication.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines.
Familiarity with using AI tools.
Collaborative, solutions-focused mindset.
Willingness to learn and seek feedback.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to the A/E/C industry (law firm or business organization).
Contract review and drafting skills or issue-spotting skills from prior experience supporting contracts or procurement-related agreements.
Familiarity with insurance (general liability, professional liability, workers compensation).

Responsibilities

Review, red-line and negotiate routine and moderately complex contracts, including: Subcontractor, consultant, and vendor agreements, NDAs and confidentiality agreements.
Ensure contract terms appropriately manage legal, financial, and operational risk.
Identify issues and escalate complex or high-risk matters to General Counsel.
Support contract lifecycle management, including tracking reviews, negotiations, approvals, and execution.
Help standardize contract templates and playbooks to improve efficiency.
Help ensure adherence to internal contracting policies and approval processes.
Assist in maintaining contract repositories and related documentation.
Clearly communicate contract terms and obligations to help inform business decision-making and mitigate risk.
Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers and Architects, Construction Managers, Procurement, Information Technology, Finance, Human Resources, and other internal teams to support contracting needs.
Conduct legal research related to contracts, construction law, and regulatory requirements.
Assist with audits, due diligence, and internal reviews involving contractual or other legal matters.
Participate in legal department initiatives and process-improvement projects.
Deliver online and in-person training sessions on contracts, and write related resource materials for Project Managers, Construction Managers, Engineers and Architects.