Real Estate Construction Associate Mid-Level

BCG Attorney Search; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Saint Louis, MO seeks a mid-level Real Estate Construction Associate with 3–5 years of real estate and/or construction transactional or litigation experience. The role offers hands-on exposure to high‑stakes projects across the United States and internationally.

You will engage in transactional work, dispute resolution, and project counseling while collaborating with colleagues to deliver integrated construction services to clients.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the relevant state in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to deliver practical, business-oriented solutions from project inception through completion.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide integrated service on construction matters.
• Draft and negotiate construction agreements, including design, development, and construction contracts.
• Support complex transactions related to real estate development and construction projects.
• Conduct due diligence and legal research for project development and risk management.
• Assist in resolving construction-related disputes through arbitration and litigation.

Skills

Client-focused

Communication

Analytical thinking

Project management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level Real Estate Construction Associate in Saint Louis, MO. This role offers an exciting opportunity for candidates with 3 to 5 years of experience in real estate and/or construction transactional or litigation work. The successful candidate will engage in high-impact projects across the United States and internationally, gaining hands-on experience in transactional work, dispute resolution, and project counseling.

Duties

• Engage with clients to deliver practical, business-oriented solutions from project inception through completion.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide integrated service on construction matters.
• Draft and negotiate construction agreements, including design, development, and construction contracts.
• Support complex transactions related to real estate development and construction projects.
• Conduct due diligence and legal research for project development and risk management.
• Assist in resolving construction-related disputes through arbitration and litigation.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of sophisticated real estate practice experience.
• Construction law experience is highly valued.
• Previous law firm experience is required.
• Must be licensed to practice law and in good standing in the state of practice.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the relevant state.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a client-focused approach.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen understanding of construction and real estate concepts.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Discretionary bonuses.