Energy & Infrastructure Construction Attorney (2–7+ Years)

Permanent Placements LLC; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Permanent Placements LLC represents a premier global law firm seeking an energy and infrastructure associate with 2-7+ years of transactional experience to join its team in Houston. The role involves working on complex domestic and international projects developing and negotiating major agreements.

You will advise developers, sponsors, utilities, and other participants, with a focus on EPC, O&M, and related contracts, across energy sectors, with strong drafting and communication required.

Qualifications

• 2-7+ years of construction and infrastructure transactional experience.
• Experience with energy projects including renewables, conventional power, or oil & gas.
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Excellent academic credentials and communication abilities; active bar membership.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) agreements.
• Advise on O&M, procurement, supply, and other construction-related contracts.
• Support large-scale energy and infrastructure projects across multiple sectors.
• Collaborate with a high-caliber team on domestic and cross-border transactions.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Legal writing

Communication

Education

JD or equivalent

Job description

Position Locations

Houston, Austin, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, Chicago

Schedule

3/2 Hybrid

Firm Description

Our client is a globally recognized law firm with more than 1,000 attorneys across 25+ international markets. Known for its deep sector focus in technology and innovation, energy and infrastructure, finance, and life sciences, the firm advises some of the world's most forward-thinking companies on complex transactions, litigation, and regulatory matters. With a strong commitment to diversity, innovation, and workplace excellence, our client fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment where attorneys engage in high-impact work that shapes industries and drives progress.

Position Description

Our client, a leading global energy and infrastructure practice, is seeking an associate with 2-7+ years of experience in energy and construction transactions to join its growing team.

This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-value domestic and international energy and infrastructure projects, advising developers, sponsors, utilities, and other industry participants across a broad range of project development and construction matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) agreements
• Advise on O&M (Operations & Maintenance), procurement, supply, and other construction-related contracts
• Support large-scale energy and infrastructure projects, including renewable energy, conventional power, oil & gas, and other project development initiatives
• Work closely with a highly regarded team on sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions

Qualifications

• 2-7+ years of construction and infrastructure transactional experience
• Experience with energy projects, including renewable energy, conventional power, oil & gas, or related infrastructure sectors
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
• Excellent academic credentials and communication abilities
• Active bar membership in the relevant jurisdiction

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a premier energy and infrastructure platform with a collaborative, team-oriented culture
• Work on some of the market's most significant energy and project development transactions
• Receive extensive mentorship, training, and professional development opportunities
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package