Director of Legal

Revamp Engineering

19d

About The Position

Revamp is seeking its first Director of Legal to establish our in-house legal function and lead the company’s compliance and risk strategy. Reporting directly to the President, this position will oversee all legal matters, including contracts, compliance programs, governance, and litigation. The Director will work closely with Revamp’s executive leadership and functional leads to develop practical, business-oriented legal solutions that support the company’s continued growth. The Director will also lead the company’s approach to contractual risk, claims, and insurance management, ensuring Revamp’s legal strategies align with its operational and project delivery goals. This is a unique opportunity to build the foundation of a legal department at a growing, employee-owned engineering firm making a tangible impact on climate resilience and the clean energy transition.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) and licensed to practice in at least one U.S. state
10+ years of legal experience, including at least 3 years in-house at a fast growing or engineering-focused company
Demonstrated experience managing legal risk (including claims, insurance programs, and/or contractual risk) in engineering, construction, infrastructure, or energy sectors
Strong background in commercial contracting, litigation oversight, and compliance
Practical and business-minded with sound judgment
Strong communicator who can translate legal issues into clear guidance for business teams
Composed under pressure and focused on problem-solving
Collaborative leader who values clarity, accountability, and partnership
Comfortable working independently while building scalable systems and partnerships

Nice To Haves

Experience with ESOPs, employee ownership, or complex capital structures
Experience supporting international operations or cross-border contracting
Background in a regulated or project-based industry such as utilities or energy

Responsibilities

Serve as the company’s main legal advisor across commercial, corporate, employment, and regulatory areas
Lead negotiation and standardization of contracts including MSAs, NDAs, and task orders with renewable developers and EPC clients
Manage outside counsel and litigation, including claims, disputes, and liability matters
Develop and implement internal legal systems, policies, and templates to support company growth
Lead claims and insurance matters, including oversight of professional liability and construction-related claims, coordination with insurers and brokers, and management of insurance renewals and coverage reviews.
Partner with project and finance teams to assess and allocate contractual risk, ensuring appropriate insurance and indemnity provisions are in place across all client and subcontractor agreements.
Create and maintain a compliance program covering FCPA, anti-corruption, whistleblower, and related laws
Partner with Finance and Operations on insurance, licensing, and risk mitigation strategies
Lead policy development related to employment law, safety, and subcontractor compliance
Advise on legal and regulatory issues for international entity setup, employment, and tax exposure
Work with local counsel and leadership to ensure compliance as Revamp grows internationally
Support ESOP compliance, board governance, and shareholder communications
Maintain corporate records and equity-related documentation
May perform additional related duties as required.

Benefits

Participation in Revamp’s Employee Ownership ESOP program
Competitive compensation with substantial bonus potential.
Full benefits package including 99% employer-paid health, vision, life, and dental insurance.
Medical, dependent care, and commuter FSA.
Monthly health and wellness stipend.
Attractive vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
Paid parental leave.
401(k) savings plan with 100% match up to 6%, vested immediately.
Paid volunteer time off and charitable donation matching.

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