Construction Counsel: Contracts, Risk & Strategy Leader

JE Dunn; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Non-Union

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction seeks a Counsel to deliver broad legal support for the region, including drafting and negotiating contracts and documents to protect the company’s interests.

The role requires guiding project teams, researching laws, assessing risk, and managing disposition of claims while coordinating with outside counsel as needed. A law license and construction law experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction-related fields preferred or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of legal experience, practicing construction law.
• Active law license in at least one state in the region.

Responsibilities

• Provide broad and in-depth legal support for the region, including drafting and negotiating contracts and other documents.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate prime contracts and subcontracts with project teams.
• Advise on transactions, programs, policies and procedures; develop policies to minimize risk.
• Conduct legal research and compliance audits; gather and prepare evidence for litigation as needed.
• Lead or support outside counsel; monitor legal proceedings and manage claims.
• Promote diversity and inclusion; implement JE Dunn's non-discrimination policies.
• Assist with training on legal topics and collaborate with internal teams.

Skills

Autonomy

Decision Making

Communication

Legal research

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Equivalent relevant experience

Job description

JE Dunn Construction seeks a Counsel to deliver broad legal support for the region, including drafting and negotiating contracts and documents to protect the company’s interests.

The role requires guiding project teams, researching laws, assessing risk, and managing disposition of claims while coordinating with outside counsel as needed. A law license and construction law experience are essential.