Construction Counsel

The Berg Group LLC•Chaska, MN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Counsel serves as a key legal partner to project teams and leadership, providing practical, business-oriented advice on contracts, risk management, and dispute resolution. This role works closely with operations and internal stakeholders across the lifecycle of construction projects, while coordinating closely with external counsel on complex matters.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school preferred
Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction preferred
3-5 years of legal experience, preferably in construction
Experience drafting and negotiating contracts
Familiarity with insurance, surety, and risk management concepts preferred
Proven ability to work cross-functionally with operations and business teams
Must be able to travel on an as needed basis
Practical, solutions-oriented legal judgment
Strong drafting and issue-spotting skills
Ability to balance legal risk with business objectives
Effective communication with both legal and non-legal stakeholders
Organized, detail-oriented, and responsive

Nice To Haves

exposure to construction claims or disputes is a plus
Experience managing outside counsel and legal budgets preferred

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate subcontracts, supplier agreements, NDAs, and client contracts to ensure proper risk allocation and alignment with company standards.
Identify and evaluate legal and contractual risks during project setup; provide guidance to mitigate exposure before execution.
Support development and improvement of standard contract templates, legal processes, and internal controls to drive consistency and efficiency.
Partner with project teams to manage contract administration throughout the project lifecycle, including change orders, claims preparation, and dispute support.
Assist with dispute resolution strategies, including coordination with outside counsel on litigation, arbitration, and other proceedings.
Provide ongoing, business-oriented legal guidance to operations and leadership on contractual obligations, risk exposure, and day-to-day project issues.
Coordinate with project team and client to obtain final payment and open change orders 30 days before job completion and obtain final payment within 60 days of job completion.
Coordinate with internal teams, brokers, and insurers on claims, coverage issues, and surety-related matters to protect company interests.
Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies across all projects.
Support management of outside counsel, including matter tracking, document coordination, and oversight of assigned legal matters.
Assist in training project teams and operational staff on contract fundamentals, risk awareness, and industry best practices.