Project Counsel - Large Projects

Flatiron Construction Corp•Concord, CA

6d•$170,000 - $180,000

About The Position

As Project Counsel – Large Projects, you’ll play a key role in your assigned project(s). Your work will help guide project execution, and strengthen the legal frameworks that support complex, high‑impact infrastructure projects. As a project counsel you will be embedded with the project and are expected to become an integral member of the project team, providing day-to-day counsel on any variety of issues that arise. Collaborate with us and bring your diverse ideas to navigate the intricacies of corporate law and fostering a culture of compliance. Apply now and transform your career with us.

Requirements

Licensed to practice law in the United States, and either already barred in the state of Hawaii or willing to take the Hawaii bar within six months of hire.
At least five years experience in construction law, with a preference for time split between time working for a firm or the Government and as in-house counsel at a construction or engineering company. Non-construction law experience coupled with time working in a non-legal role (e.g., engineer or project controls) in a construction or engineering company will also be considered.
Demonstrated ability to manage the legal aspects of construction projects from claims and litigation to subcontracting and compliance.
Strong understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulations, with prior experience on DOD/DOW construction projects preferred.
Comfortable navigating complex stakeholder groups and providing decisive legal guidance.
Strong communication (written and verbal) and people skills, including ability to work across cultures and maintain business/client relationships during all stages of project execution.
Knowledge of insurance and risk management programs for construction mega projects including Builders’ Risk and Professional Liability
Able to work independently and under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic, hands-on legal counsel across all project phases, ensuring compliance with the relevant contracts and effective risk mitigation.
Collaborate with commercial teams, project managers, and executive leadership to align legal strategies with business objectives.
Act as the primary legal resource on assigned projects, interpreting contracts and responding to legal inquiries.
Draft, review and negotiate contracts and related agreements, including prime contract amendments and change orders, subcontracts, and purchase orders, among other agreements attendant to project execution.
Engage with external stakeholders—clients, delivery partners, and government agencies—to support project success.
Identify risks, propose mitigation strategies, and advance resolution of risks working, as the particular risk may require, with outside counsel and consultants.
Support dispute resolution and claims management with a solutions-driven approch, including management of out side counsel and consultants.