Construction Paralegal

Joeris General Contractors • Austin, TX

29d • Hybrid

About The Position

Supports the General Counsel by handling administrative and scheduling tasks, helping streamline legal operations with a strong emphasis on transactional work. This role requires exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with a preference for candidates who have a heavy transactional background over litigation .

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of corporate paralegal experience (construction law and contract experience strongly preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills, including deadline tracking and task prioritization.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy under deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of Texas construction statutes, lien laws, and prevailing wage compliance.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree; Paralegal certification.
• 10+ years of paralegal experience with a heavy transactional background.
• Experience in construction law and contract management is a major bonus.

Responsibilities

• Document Management: Prepares, organizes, and maintains legal documents and contracts. Updates SOP as needed.
• Contract Support: Assists in drafting and reviewing routine contracts and amendments, including drafting prime agreements using standard forms, initial review of prime contracts using Document Crunch, and processing requested subcontract form revisions.
• Administrative Support: Manages scheduling, correspondence, and filing systems for the legal department. Assists in scheduling and creating training on Legal SOP.
• Additional duties as .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees