In-House Counsel: Engineering & Construction Contracts

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

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