Regional Contract Attorney Lead

Kimley-Horn • Raleigh, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Regional Contract Attorney to join its Raleigh, North Carolina office. This is an onsite, non-remote position. The role coordinates contract review activities across the region, oversees contract reviewers, and partners with professional staff and General Counsel to address contracting needs and resolve complex issues. The position reviews and negotiates contracts for public- and private-sector clients and helps ensure reviews are high quality, advice to project managers is clear, and appropriate resources are available.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in a related role.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Relevant experience reviewing and resolving contracts.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented team player who can contribute to a positive work environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Experience related to the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry.
• Knowledge of AEC private- and public-sector contracts.
• Prior experience in the AEC industry.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate contract reviewers, manage the flow of contracts, provide training, and help resolve complex contract issues.
• Review, negotiate, and help resolve contracts for public- and private-sector clients.
• Work with professional staff across offices to address contracting needs, ensure appropriate resources are available, and address specific problem areas.
• Organize and manage contract activities to produce high-quality reviews, clear advice to project managers, and dedicated partnership in resolving issues.
• Coordinate with General Counsel on individual issues and the overall quality of contract reviews.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with a 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary plus bonus), along with an additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Student loan matching in the 401(k) and performance-based bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• New Parent Leave, family-building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree