Paralegal

Evans General Contractors; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Evans General Contractors is seeking a Paralegal to provide contract review and administrative support to the Legal Department in Alpharetta, Georgia. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience and will maintain standards for company contracts.

Responsibilities include working collaboratively with the Legal Team, managing contract databases, and ensuring compliance. A strong work ethic and proficiency in MS Office Suite are required. This position offers an opportunity to contribute positively to the community and the team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a professional office setting, preferred.
• Experience as a Paralegal is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a library of standard contract templates.
• Provide assistance with contract reviews and comparisons.
• Maintain, update and monitor the company’s database of contracts.
• Assemble contracts for review and execution.
• Act as point of contact for Legal Department.
• Head compliance tracking efforts.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Strong work ethic

Education

Associates Degree in a related field preferred

Paralegal Certificate

Job description

Evans General Contractors, LLC (Evans) is a leading national/international design-build, general contracting and construction management firm specializing in commercial facilities across the United States and beyond. Since opening its doors in 2001, Evans has grown to include regional offices located across the southeastern United States. Evans remains committed to exceeding client expectations, fostering a team of top-notch employees, and positively impacting the communities in which they live and work.

Summary/Objective

The Paralegal will provide contract review and administrative support to the Legal Department.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Evans Legal Team to maintain a library of standard contract templates for use across the Company, including Owner contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, non-disclosure agreements and vendor and consulting contracts.
• Provide assistance with contract reviews and comparisons based on templates or previously negotiated terms for approval by counsel.
• Maintain, update and monitor the company’s database of contracts with Owners, vendors and subcontractors and report on deadlines for necessary updates, amendments, review or finalization.
• Assemble final contracts and submit to counsel for review and General Counsel for execution.
• Act as point of contact for Legal Department in the tracking of contracts, updates, regulatory filings and more.
• Head compliance tracking efforts.
• Performs additional duties as required.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in a related field preferred (Business, Accounting, etc.)
• Paralegal Certificate and experience, preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a professional office setting, preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Possess a strong work ethic.

Evans General Contractors, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.