Regional Contract Attorney

Kimley-Horn • Sarasota, FL

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Regional Contract Attorney to join its Sarasota, Florida office. This is not a remote position. The attorney will coordinate contract-review activities across offices, oversee the flow of contracts, provide training, and help resolve complex contract issues. The role reviews and negotiates a significant volume of contracts for public and private sector clients, partnering with professional staff to address contracting needs and ensure appropriate resources are available. The attorney will organize contract activities to produce high-quality reviews, give project managers clear guidance, and partner with colleagues to resolve issues. The position also coordinates with General Counsel on individual matters and the overall quality of contract reviews.

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; Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry experience is preferred.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented team player able to 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

• Knowledge of AEC private and public sector contracts.
• Prior experience in the AEC industry.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate contract reviewers, manage contract flow, 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, and address specific problem areas.
• Organize and manage contract activities to support high-quality reviews, clear advice to project managers, and collaborative resolution of issues.
• Coordinate with General Counsel on individual issues and the overall quality of contract reviews.

Benefits

• Company match of 2-to-1 on up to 4% of eligible compensation, plus 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).
• 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