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Associate General Counsel
Barry-Wehmiller. Lead contract negotiation and risk management for design and construction projects .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in contract negotiation and risk management for design and construction projects, with a strong focus on drafting and revising complex agreements and advising project teams on legal considerations throughout project lifecycles.
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JD From An Accredited Law SchoolLicensed To Practice Law5+ Years Of Legal Experience In ConstructionExperience Drafting And Negotiating Design-Build ContractsWorking Knowledge Of Construction Insurance
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Hard Skills
Contract NegotiationRisk ManagementDrafting AIA AgreementsNegotiating EPC ContractsConstruction Management ContractsDispute ResolutionLegal AdvisoryContract StrategyProject Delivery MethodologyClient Engagement
Soft Skills
LeadershipCommunicationAdvisory SkillsCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Contract Template LibraryConstruction-Specific Insurance
Certifications & Qualifications
Licensed To Practice Law
Industry Keywords
Design-BuildEPCConstruction ManagementProfessional LiabilityAIAEJCDCConsensusDocsDBIA
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead contract negotiation and risk management for design and construction projects
- Negotiate complex design, EPC, design-build, and construction management contracts with clients and project partners
- Draft and revise AIA, EJCDC, ConsensusDocs, DBIA, and owner-drafted agreements
- Lead contract negotiations with the Executive Team, Project Leadership, and Procurement
- Maintain the firm's contract and template library
- Advise project teams on risk mitigation, project selection, and delivery methodology
- Support business development through contract strategy and direct client engagement
- Guide project teams through legal and risk considerations from kickoff through close-out
- Manage dispute resolution matters, including client discussions, liens, mediation, arbitration, litigation, and settlements
- Coordinate with insurers and outside counsel on professional liability, builder's risk, and construction-specific insurance matters
- Support licensing, corporate governance, and risk management strategy across Design Group entities
Requirements
What you’ll need- JD from an accredited law school
- Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. state
- 5+ years of legal experience supporting construction, commercial contracts, or project delivery work
- Experience drafting and negotiating design-build, EPC, and construction management contracts
- Working knowledge of construction insurance, including professional liability
- Ability to travel up to 15%
- Preferred: Experience working with architecture, engineering, construction management, or EPC organizations
- Preferred: Experience with AIA, EJCDC, ConsensusDocs, DBIA, or owner-drafted contract forms
Benefits
Comp & perks- Ability to work remotely may be considered for the right candidate based on qualifications, experience, and business needs
- Reasonable accommodations during the interview process
- Equal opportunity employment
- Pre-employment screening may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments