PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports bidding and procurement functions by reviewing, drafting, and negotiating construction-related contracts (design-build agreements, prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, leases, etc.) according to company policies.


• Ongoing support on interpretation of contracts and claim management procedures; advising on claims as they arise.


• Evaluate and respond to legal process documents served on the Company.


• Provides legal advice in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and rules.


• Assists in the efficient use, management, and evaluation of outside counsel.


• Manages litigation, arbitration, and mediation processes as necessary, including discovery support.


• Responds to disclosure requests for procurements and prequalifications.


• Advises the Executive team on new developments in the law and proactively identifies problem areas to minimize risk.


• Negotiates workable solutions to complex and sensitive legal issues.

• Works with Executives and legal teams to resolve any project specific issues and to provide legal advice; maintains open and transparent communications and is willing to take direction.


• Prepares prime contract legal reviews for major procurements.

• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

• Bachelor's degree (technical field a plus), Juris Doctorate, and a state bar admission required.


• 7 - 10 years of legal experience with a minimum of 5 years of experience in contracts and negotiations a must.


• At least 5 years of construction law experience is required, preferably in-house.


• Team player with strong communication skills, reporting skills, analytical skills, negotiating skills, and organizational capabilities.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, and Outlook is required.

• Familiarity with contract documents and/or contract law.


• Admission to Arizona Bar, California Bar, and/or Texas Bar is highly desirable. Ability to qualify for In-House Counsel status with the State Bar of Arizona.