Inside Legal Council

EC Electric • Portland, OR

21d • $225,000 - $325,000

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Inside Legal Counsel to join our construction company and provide comprehensive legal support across all business operations. This role will focus on contract review, risk management, claims resolution, and negotiation strategies to protect the company’s interests while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Deep understanding of construction industry legal frameworks and risk mitigation strategies.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in:
• Contract review and editing.
• Contract language and risk management analysis.
• Construction claims management across multiple claim types.
• Documentation and risk management practices.
• Negotiating in mediation and arbitration environments.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and edit construction contracts, subcontracts, and related agreements.
• Collaborate with Contract Manager, CFO, Executive, and Project teams to ensure contractual compliance and mitigate risk.
• Collaboration with CFO regarding risk management in regard to insurance policies and claims.
• Internal contract training to project management teams across the company
• Conduct thorough risk management analysis and provide recommendations for contract language improvements.
• Maintain accurate documentation for all legal matters, including claims and dispute resolutions.
• Manage and resolve construction claims involving clients, general contractors, subcontractors, and owners across multiple claim types.
• Represent the company in mediation and arbitration proceedings, negotiating favorable outcomes.
• Advise leadership on legal implications of business decisions and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws governing construction and corporate operations, including licensing.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Salary range for this position is $225,000-$325,000 annually.
• Opportunity for a discretionary year-end bonus.
• 401k with a 40% employer match (up to federal limit.)
• Please find more information on our compensation package here.
• https://ecpowerslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/EC-Benefit-Summary-Applicants.pdf
• In addition to significant career growth opportunities, full-time employees enjoy a competitive pay rate, paid holidays and PTO; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401k plan and Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees