Engineering & Construction Corporate Counsel

Sargent Lundy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Tuition assistance

EAP

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy seeks an in-house attorney to counsel engineering and design teams on mitigating risks through contract and claim management. The role focuses on drafting and negotiating professional services and EPC contracts, with early risk identification and coordination with insurers.

Hybrid schedule combines downtown Chicago office time with remote work. The successful candidate will have a JD, 3+ years in architectural/engineering/construction law, and familiarity with professional

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (law) degree.
• At least 3 years of legal experience in the architect and engineering design or construction field.
• Engineering degree (preferred).
• Familiarity with general liability and professional liability insurance coverages (e.g. errors and omissions insurance).
• Construction or professional services contracting experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate professional services contracts, EPC contracts (design-build), teaming agreements, other business agreements.
• Early claim monitoring and management, including identification of potential risks and recommending strategies for mitigation.
• Notify and cooperate with insurers to investigate, tender, and track claims and incidents.
• Manage outside counsel and litigation related to professional liability, personal injury, and contract disputes.
• Monitor and review pleadings, discovery, trial preparations, and settlement negotiations.
• Work directly with company stakeholders on the above legal activities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures.
• Advise on industry-specific regulations and laws.

Education

Juris Doctor (law) degree

Engineering degree (preferred)

Job description

Description

Sargent & Lundy provides comprehensive consulting, engineering, design, and technical analysis for power generation, power delivery, and energy projects worldwide. We have a highly professional and experienced staff dedicated to the energy business.

We are seeking an in-house attorney to counsel our engineering and design teams on methods for mitigating engineering services and construction risks though contract and claim management.

The responsibilities for this Corporate Counsel position include:

• Draft, review, and negotiate professional services contracts, EPC contracts (design-build), teaming agreements, other business agreements
• Early claim monitoring and management, including identification of potential risks and recommending strategies for mitigation
• Notify and cooperate with insurers to investigate, tender, and track claims and incidents
• Manage outside counsel and litigation related to professional liability, personal injury, and contract disputes
• Monitor and review pleadings, discovery, trial preparations, and settlement negotiations
• Work directly with company stakeholders on the above legal activities
• Assist in the development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures
• Advise on industry-specific regulations and laws

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in our downtown Chicago office and working remotely from home.

Qualifications

This position requires:

• Juris Doctor (law) degree
• At least 3 years of legal experience in the architect and engineering design or construction field.
• Engineering degree (preferred)
• Familiarity with general liability and professional liability insurance coverages (e.g. errors and omissions insurance)
• Construction or professional services contracting experience

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$109,607 - $167,455

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.