In-House Construction Counsel (Multi-State | ESOP)

Romanoff Group of Companies; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package (Health/HSA

Life/STD/LTD and Vision/Dental

401(k) and ESOP (100% employee owned)

Paid time off and holidays

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Job summary

The Romanoff Group of Companies, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, seeks an Associate Counsel to provide practical legal guidance across multiple divisions. You will draft, review, and negotiate contracts, mitigate risks, and support compliance across states while collaborating with executive leadership and HR.

This is a fast-paced, growth-focused in-house role in a 100% employee-owned organization. You will partner with the Senior VP and General Counsel, contribute to real estate, corporate

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one appropriate jurisdiction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with teams across multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Contract Negotiation & Management: Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts, subcontractor agreements, supplier contracts, and other business agreements while identifying and mitigating potential risks.
• Legal Guidance & Risk Management: Provide practical legal support to internal departments, assist with claims and dispute resolution, and help ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Employment Law Support: Partner with Human Resources on employee relations matters, workplace investigations, terminations, discrimination claims, and federal and state employment law compliance.
• Construction & Regulatory Compliance: Support contractor licensing, subcontractor approval, onboarding, and ongoing compliance, prequalification submissions, and regulatory compliance across multiple states and markets.
• Real Estate & Corporate Matters: Review and negotiate commercial leases, real estate agreements, and other corporate legal documents. Assist with legal matters involving the company's ESOP, trademarks, and intellectual property.
• Process Improvement: Help streamline contract management, document routing, and electronic signature processes while maintaining accurate and organized legal records.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with leadership, operations, and project teams to provide legal guidance, develop solutions, and support business initiatives.
• Training & Development: Provide guidance and training to internal teams on contractual obligations, legal best practices, and emerging industry regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project management

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Contract management software

AIA documents knowledge

Job description

The Romanoff Group of Companies, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, seeks an Associate Counsel to provide practical legal guidance across multiple divisions. You will draft, review, and negotiate contracts, mitigate risks, and support compliance across states while collaborating with executive leadership and HR.

This is a fast-paced, growth-focused in-house role in a 100% employee-owned organization. You will partner with the Senior VP and General Counsel, contribute to real estate, corporate