Senior Counsel

Michael Baker International

. Draft, review and negotiate contracts and other legal agreements/documents relating to engineering, architecture, consulting, and other services provided by the Company .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $141,000 - $245,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive legal expertise in contract drafting, litigation management, and compliance within engineering, architecture, and consulting sectors. Proficient in providing legal guidance and training to stakeholders while effectively managing risk and legal issues.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Contract DraftingLitigation ManagementLegal Compliance CounselingJuris DoctorateExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingLitigation ManagementLegal ResearchRisk Mitigation StrategiesLegal GuidanceClaims HandlingCorporate PoliciesStakeholder AdvisingLegal Document ReviewRegulatory Interpretation

Soft Skills

Excellent Writing SkillsPresentation SkillsMeeting FacilitationSelf-DrivenResourceful

Tools & Technologies

MS WordMS ExcelMS PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris DoctorateMember in Good Standing with Bar

Industry Keywords

Engineering ServicesArchitectural ServicesConsulting ServicesLegal AgreementsInsurance MattersCorporate GovernanceStakeholder EngagementRisk Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Draft, review and negotiate contracts and other legal agreements/documents relating to engineering, architecture, consulting, and other services provided by the Company
Research and interpret laws, statutes, regulations, decisions, and rulings applicable to Company matters
Counsel Company stakeholders on legal compliance
Provide legal guidance and training to Company personnel on internal and external business affairs, transactions, and policies
Evaluate facts and law to advise stakeholders on legal issues, claims, and risk mitigation strategies
Manage litigation and other legal matters conducted by outside counsel
Assist with corporate policies, shareholder/director consents, meeting minutes, and leases
Engage with the Company’s insurance broker and insurers on risk management and insurance matters
Advise corporate and operational staff daily on laws and regulations, particularly in engineering, architectural, consulting, and technology services
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

8 or more years of demonstrated related in-house and/or law firm legal experience
Juris Doctorate from accredited law school is required
Member in good standing with bar in any state
Contract drafting and litigation/claims handling experience
Well-developed communications skills; ability to clearly and concisely express legal issues and strategies to Company stakeholders
Self-driven and resourceful to achieve goals independently and in groups
Flexibility to adjust and thrive in an environment with changing requirements, schedules and priorities
Ability to generate ideas, make recommendations and come to consensus
Demonstrated ability to creatively solve complex issues
Excellent writing, presentation and meeting facilitation skills
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
Professional and personal development
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits