In-House Counsel – Renewable Energy

Ferrovial Agroman SA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrovial Energy’s Legal Department in Austin, TX seeks an In-House Counsel to support the development, construction, financing, operation, and maintenance of utility-scale renewable projects in the U.S.

The role requires a Juris Doctorate, active US Bar admission, and 5+ years in energy, with experience in real estate, permitting, interconnection, and energy-related tax incentives. Strong negotiation and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate required and active US State Bar admission.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in renewable or conventional energy, at a top law firm or corporate legal department.
• Experience in real estate, permitting, interconnection, energy law and tax incentives is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end legal support through development, procurement, construction, financing and operations.
• Advise on M&A transactions, due diligence, and negotiation of purchase/sale agreements for projects.
• Draft and negotiate energy project contracts (PPA, EPC, O&M, Asset Management, interconnection).
• Draft and negotiate project financing documents and collaborate with lenders on bankability analyses.
• Handle tax credit monetization structures and related agreements (Tax Equity, LLC Agreements).
• Provide day-to-day asset portfolio management and regulatory compliance support.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Project management

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Legal drafting

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctorate

US State Bar admission

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on three major stock markets: Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide. Ferrovial's activity is carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

Our Corporate organization oversees business activities, providing strategic planning, communication, legal, finance and human resources services to the business units. As a member of our corporate organization, you will have a broad view of our company, further supporting your career development.

Why Ferrovial?

• Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
• Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
• Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
• Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
• Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description:

About The Role

For our Energy business unit, we are looking for an In-House Counsel to join Ferrovial Energy’s Legal Department, reporting to the Head of Legal U.S. This role will provide comprehensive legal support for the development, construction, financing, operation, and maintenance of utility-scale renewable energy projects in the U.S.,

The position will be based in Austin, Texas.

The following outlines the general experience, qualifications and skills expected for the ideal candidate. However, candidates from other Ferrovial’s business units with transactional experience in Project Development and/or Project Finance in other infrastructure sectors (such as transportation, airports, or construction), as well as corporate or commercial law attorneys interested in transitioning into this role, are strongly encouraged to apply. We also welcome candidates admitted to practice in jurisdictions outside the U.S.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end legal support throughout the lifecycle of projects, from greenfield development and procurement through construction, financial close, and operations.
• Advise on and participate in M&A transactions, including due diligence processes, and negotiation of purchase and sale agreements for ready-to-build or early-stage projects.
• Draft and negotiate a wide range of renewable energy project contracts (such as Power Purchase, EPC, O&M, Asset Management, Supply and Interconnection Agreements), as well as site control and real estate agreements.
• Draft and negotiate project financing documents, including credit agreements for construction-to-term loans, tax equity and tax credit transfer bridge loans, letter of credit facilities, and security documents (e.g., security agreements, pledge agreements, account control agreements, direct agreements, etc.). Collaborate with lenders and their advisors on bankability analyses and project due diligence.
• Draft and negotiate agreements for tax credit monetization structures, including Equity Capital Contribution Agreements, LLC Agreements, and Purchase and Sale Agreements for traditional tax equity partnership flip structures, as well as Tax Credit Transfer Agreements. Maintain familiarity with IRS guidance and tax regulations regarding renewable energy tax credits.
• Provide legal support day-to-day asset portfolio management.
• Handle corporate and filing matters.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory matters and Ferrovial's internal policies.
• Manage relationship with external legal advisers.

Qualifications

• Education and required experience:
  • Juris Doctorate.
  • Member in good standing of a US State Bar.
  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in the renewable or conventional energy industry, gained at a top tier law firm and/or legal department of a renewable energy company or independent power producer.
• The ideal candidate will also have experience in:
  • Real estate and insurance matters in connection with the development of greenfield projects; and/or permitting, interconnection, trade law, energy law and energy-related tax incentives.
• Professional Qualities:
  • Effectively manage tasks and deadlines independently.
  • Ability to interact with colleagues in a team.
  • Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication, decision-making, project management and negotiating skills.
  • Computer proficiency in Word, Outlook, Excel, and Power Point.

Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a "Protected Class"), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.

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