Construction Associate Attorney

Augustine Talent Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A prominent law firm is seeking a mid-level associate to join its expanding Construction practice in New York. This role offers a unique opportunity for attorneys with 3 to 5 years of experience in construction law to build a focused practice in high-stakes construction projects. Responsibilities include advising clients, drafting agreements, and supporting transactions. The ideal candidate has strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and is admitted to the New York or Missouri Bar.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in real estate and/or construction law.
• Strong skills in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing agreements.
• Experience advising clients through development and construction project lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients throughout development and construction projects.
• Draft and negotiate construction agreements.
• Conduct due diligence and legal research on project development.

Skills

Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills

Capable of managing multiple deadlines

Collaborative, client-focused, and proactive in problem-solving

Education

Admission to the New York or Missouri Bar

Job description

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Our client, an Am Law 100 firm, is seeking a mid-level associate to join its expanding Construction practice in either the New York or St. Louis office.

This is a unique opportunity for attorneys with 3 to 5 years (ONLY) of experience in real estate and/or construction transactional or litigation work to build a focused practice in high-stakes construction law. The team represents major developers, owners, and contractors on significant national and international projects, offering hands-on experience across both litigation and transactional matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients through the full lifecycle of development and construction projects, from planning through completion and operations
• Draft, negotiate, and review construction agreements including manuscript contracts, AIA forms, EPC, design-build, and development agreements
• Support complex real estate and construction transactions, working with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Conduct due diligence and legal research on project development, risk, and compliance
• Assist in resolving disputes including claims for delays, defects, and contract breaches through litigation and arbitration

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 3 to 5 years of sophisticated real estate or construction law experience in a law firm setting
• Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills
• Capable of managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative, client-focused, and proactive in problem-solving
• Admission to the New York or Missouri Bar and in good standing

This is a strong opportunity for attorneys looking to gain high-impact experience and work closely with nationally recognized leaders in construction law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal, Consulting, and Project Management

• Industries

  Legal Services, Law Practice, and Construction

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Medical insurance

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Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

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