Senior Counsel - Litigation

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Olathe, KS

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference. The Opportunity We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Counsel — Litigation & Disputes to lead and manage complex litigation and dispute resolution matters across the company’s global operations. The ideal candidate will have 5 years of legal experience with commercial and/or construction disputes.

Requirements

Law degree required
Licensed to practice law in at least 1 jurisdiction
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (or equivalent international qualification).
5 years of relevant legal experience, with a strong focus on commercial and/or construction litigation and disputes, and top tier our specialized construction law firm training.
Experience with major arbitration forums (e.g., ICC, LCIA, AAA/ICDR) and dispute boards is highly desirable.
In-depth knowledge of contract law and dispute resolution practices.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex legal matters and work effectively with senior executives, project teams, and external counsel.
Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Responsibilities

Represent the company in managing litigation, arbitration, mediation, and other dispute resolution matters, both domestically and internationally.
Serve as the key legal advisor on construction-related disputes, including claims for delay, liquidated damage issues, disruption, defective work, change orders, contractual notice issues, erosion prevention, and cost overruns.
Oversee and manage outside counsel in complex litigation and arbitration matters to ensure alignment with business objectives and cost efficiency.
Work closely with project management, commercial, and risk teams to proactively identify and mitigate legal risks on projects.
Support pre-dispute strategy and negotiations, including drafting of settlement agreements, waivers, and dispute resolution clauses.
Participate in internal investigations and respond to regulatory or governmental inquiries as needed.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and deliver training on legal and risk issues related to construction projects.
Monitor developments in relevant laws and regulations and communicate impacts to the business.