Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Counsel (EPC Counsel)

Solar Landscape; Asbury Park (NJ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training / Professional development

401(k) with 4% company match

Summer Fridays

Flexible remote/hybrid work options

Paid parental leave

Team lunches, events, and stocked ...

Modern, collaborative office spaces

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-paid life and long-term ...

Job summary

Solar Landscape, the nation’s leading distributed energy infrastructure company, is seeking an EPC Counsel to join its legal team in Asbury Park, NJ. This role focuses on drafting, negotiating, and managing commercial agreements for solar and energy storage projects, with cross-functional collaboration across Procurement, Construction, Engineering, and Development.

You will advise on regulatory compliance, project risk, and commercial terms, supporting project execution and business objectives

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar.
• Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Sound commercial judgment and understanding of contractual impact on costs and schedules.
• Ability to independently manage routine matters and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities; collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
• Proactive, resourceful, and detail-oriented with ownership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Contract Drafting and Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate EPC agreements, construction subcontracts, professional services agreements, procurement and supply agreements, O&M agreements, amendments, assignments, and other commercial contracts.
• Construction, Procurement, and Project Support: Advise internal teams on contract interpretation, project delays, change orders, milestones, and performance.
• Contractual Risk Management: Identify and evaluate risks; develop practical, business-focused recommendations.
• Regulatory and Compliance: Research and advise on federal, state, and local requirements including wage and apprenticeship, licensing, permitting, tax credits, and regulatory matters.
• Commercial and Operational Agreements: Assist with O&M, asset management, and other agreements supporting construction and operations.
• Claims and Disputes: Support claims, disputes, insurance matters, and coordination with outside counsel.
• Corporate and Transactional Support: Assist with assignments, consents, due diligence, and other transactional matters.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Procurement, Construction, Engineering, Development, Operations, Finance, and other teams to identify legal issues and provide practical advice.
• Legal Process Improvement: Help develop standard negotiation positions and improve review/approval processes.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Commercial judgment

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

About Us

Solar Landscape is the nation’s leading distributed energy infrastructure company, transforming commercial real estate into a source of new power by deploying solar and storage at scale. Partnering with more than 170+ commercial real estate owners, the company develops, builds, owns, and operates distributed energy projects that deliver new capacity to the grid in as little as 12 months while generating long-term income for commercial and industrial property owners.

Proven by our performance, backed by institutional capital, and trusted by the biggest names in commercial real estate, we’re building the future of energy, and it shows:

• Recognized by the Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. in 2025


• Named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies


• Ranked the #1 commercial rooftop solar developer by Solar Power World in both 2025 and 2026

That doesn’t happen without a team of smart, driven, and down-to-earth people who are serious about doing excellent work—and fun to work with. At Solar Landscape, you’ll be challenged, trusted with responsibility, and surrounded by people who thrive in our fast-paced environment. Career growth here isn’t limited by title or a rigid path: people who take ownership and deliver are given opportunities to stretch, lead, and make an impact. Along the way, you’ll be supported by great benefits, professional development, and a culture that values authenticity, collaboration, and accountability.

Across our headquarters in Asbury Park, New Jersey and our offices in New York City, Chicago, and Baltimore, Solar Landscape employees are building something that matters, deploying critical energy infrastructure that creates long-term value for communities, property owners, and the grid. Come join us.

About The Role

Solar Landscape is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented EPC Counsel to join its legal team and support a broad range of commercial contracts and legal matters related to the development, construction, procurement, and operation of commercial solar and energy storage projects.

This role is ideal for a proactive attorney who enjoys working collaboratively across business functions, takes ownership of their work, and is interested in developing expertise in the renewable energy industry. The EPC Counsel will draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, advise on project-related legal and compliance matters, and work closely with internal teams to support project execution and business objectives. The position offers an opportunity to independently manage routine legal matters while gaining exposure to complex transactions, negotiations, and strategic legal issues.

Responsibilities

Contract Drafting and Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate EPC agreements, construction subcontracts, professional services agreements, procurement and supply agreements, O&M agreements, amendments, assignments, and other commercial contracts. Maintain and update standard contract templates.

Construction, Procurement, and Project Support: Advise internal teams on contract interpretation, project delays, change orders, completion milestones, subcontractor and supplier performance, warranties, and other project-related issues.

Contractual Risk Management: Identify and evaluate contractual risks involving indemnification, insurance, limitations of liability, payment, termination, liquidated damages, and available remedies. Develop practical recommendations consistent with company objectives.

Regulatory and Compliance: Research and advise on applicable federal, state, and local requirements, including prevailing wage and apprenticeship, licensing, permitting, tax-credit-related compliance, and other regulatory matters affecting solar projects.

Commercial and Operational Agreements: Assist with O&M, asset management, and other commercial agreements supporting Solar Landscape's construction and operational activities.

Claims and Disputes: Support contract-related claims, payment disputes, subcontractor defaults, insurance matters, and litigation, including legal research, document review, and coordination with outside counsel.

Corporate and Transactional Support: Assist with contract assignments, consents, due diligence, and other transactional matters related to construction, procurement, and operations, as needed.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Procurement, Construction, Engineering, Development, Operations, Finance, and other internal teams to identify legal issues, provide practical, business-oriented advice, and support efficient project execution.

Legal Process Improvement: Contribute to developing standard negotiation positions, maintaining legal resources, and improving contract review and approval processes.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar


• 2+ years of relevant legal experience, with demonstrated experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements. Experience in construction, procurement, renewable energy, or an in-house legal department preferred


• Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills, with the ability to identify material risks and propose practical, business-oriented solutions


• Sound commercial judgment and an understanding of how contractual provisions impact project costs, schedules, and business operations


• Ability to independently manage routine matters, prioritize competing deadlines, and recognize when issues require escalation


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with legal and nonlegal stakeholders


• Proactive, resourceful, and detail-oriented, with a collaborative approach, sound judgment, and an interest in taking ownership of matters and growing within the legal team

Benefits And Perks

• Training / Professional development opportunities


• 401(k) with 4% company match


• Summer Fridays


• Flexible remote/hybrid work options


• Paid parental leave


• Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens


• Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore


• Medical, dental, and vision coverage


• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance

ADA Accommodation Statement

Solar Landscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Salary will vary depending on your location and job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive-based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.