Sr Legal Counsel
Zachry Group
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See open jobs at Zachry Group.See open jobs similar to "Sr Legal Counsel" greater:SATX.Zachry Group is seeking an exceptional attorney to join our corporate legal team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the legal needs of Zachry Group by drafting, negotiating and finalizing various Services Agreements for various Zachry business groups. This position will report directly to the General Counsel of Zachry Group.
Zachry Group is seeking an exceptional attorney to join our corporate legal team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the legal needs of Zachry Group by drafting, negotiating and finalizing various Services Agreements for various Zachry business groups. This position will report directly to the General Counsel of Zachry Group.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree and a law degree from an accredited law school
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience drafting and negotiating, engineering and construction proposals and contracts
- Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of Texas, or any other state bar with reciprocity
- Excellent academic and professional credentials (e.g., top 25% of law school class, law review, Texas Construction Law specialization; published articles)
- Strong document drafting and negotiating skills
- Superior verbal and analytical ability
- Demonstrated ethical standards of the highest order
- Ability to be collaborative, adaptive, and resourceful
- Possess understanding of basic financial concepts, pricing, and project metrics
- Capable of working effectively in a team environment
- Ability to work in a challenging and rapidly changing business environment
- Principally located in San Antonio with option to include Houston, Texas
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Active participation in Construction Law Section of the State Bar of Texas, American Bar Association or equivalent trade organizations
- Experience with a construction or engineering company or with a recognized law firm
- Experience working with and supporting major capital projects
- Transactional experience in contract management, or in change management is a plus, as is EPC experience
- Experience with contractor licensing would be beneficial, but not required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, use of arm/hand steadiness, manual dexterity, finger dexterity, multi limb coordination, oral expression, and comprehension. May be required to lift, carry and move objects safely.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Will work in a general office environment. Capable of operating and functioning in a fast-paced work environment. Must possess a vision (corrected or uncorrected) that allows for clear visibility from a distance of 20 inches or less.
The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the EPC Attorney position. It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.
Zachry Group is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support business formation teams with negotiating service agreements with customers, partners, and suppliers
- Interface with clients within Zachry to support all legal needs of the organization
- Participate in and contribute towards continuous improvement of services and processes to the Zachry organization
- Provide practical legal advice and support on business matters in a fast-paced environment
- Supporting proposals across multiple construction and service lines, including Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC)
- Reviewing, drafting and negotiating a variety of service agreements as well as general contractor agreements
- Advising and assisting in the contract management and change management processes
- Coordinate legal research and analysis
- Complete special projects and perform other related duties as assigned
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