Construction/Real Estate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Sick time

Vacation time

Well-being program

401(k) plan

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an experienced Construction/Real Estate Attorney for its Real Estate Practice Group in Newark, NJ. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction law and the ability to handle complex matters within the real estate sector.

Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating complex construction contracts, advising on risk mitigation, and collaborating with team members to provide comprehensive legal solutions for clients.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of construction law experience in a Real Estate Practice Group.
• Familiarity with AIA and ConsensusDocs contracts.
• Strong academic record with exceptional writing and research skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate construction and related contracts.
• Advise clients on risk mitigation throughout project lifecycles.
• Collaborate with team to deliver comprehensive real estate solutions.

Skills

Construction law

Contract negotiation

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Construction/Real Estate Attorney to join its Real Estate Practice Group in Newark, NJ. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction law and the ability to handle complex legal matters within the real estate sector.

Duties

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex construction and construction-related contracts.
• Advise clients on risk mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of construction law experience within a Real Estate Practice Group.
• Familiarity with professional services agreements and industry-standard contract forms (AIA, ConsensusDocs).
• Strong academic record with excellent research and writing skills.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in New Jersey.

Skills

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical (HSA with employer contribution or PPO options).
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Various parental leaves.
• Sick and vacation time.
• Well-being/EAP support.
• Generous 401(k) retirement plan.