Construction Attorney & Outside GC for Design Pros

Offit Kurman; New York (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

Offit Kurman is seeking an experienced Construction Attorney to join our New York office, focusing on representing architects, engineers, and other design professionals in construction projects, contracts, risk management, and day-to-day legal counseling.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years in construction law, NY admission, and experience with AIA contracts, able to serve as outside general counsel for sophisticated design and construction clients. Salary range: $175,000–$325,000.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in construction law.
• Experience with AIA contracts.
• Admission to practice in New York.
• Ability to serve as outside general counsel to sophisticated design and construction clients.
• Litigation experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Advise architects, engineers, and other design professionals on legal and business matters
• Draft, review, and negotiate professional services agreements and construction-related contracts
• Counsel clients on risk management, project delivery, and contract administration
• Assist clients with dispute avoidance and resolution strategies
• Provide practical day-to-day legal guidance throughout the lifecycle of construction and development projects
• Support litigation and dispute matters when necessary

Skills

Legal drafting

Negotiation

Client counseling

Risk management

Education

New York Bar Admission

Job description

Offit Kurman is seeking an experienced Construction Attorney to join our New York office, focusing on representing architects, engineers, and other design professionals in construction projects, contracts, risk management, and day-to-day legal counseling.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years in construction law, NY admission, and experience with AIA contracts, able to serve as outside general counsel for sophisticated design and construction clients. Salary range: $175,000–$325,000.