Regional Contract Attorney

Kimley-Horn; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with company match

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off

Student loan matching

Professional development

Parental leave

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Regional Contract Attorney to join our Cumming, Georgia office. This on-site role focuses on coordinating contract review activities, negotiating and resolving a high volume of contracts for public and private sector clients, and advising project managers on next steps.

You will collaborate with General Counsel and professional staff to ensure consistent, high-quality contract reviews and provide training to contract reviewers across offices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in contract review or related role.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Experience reviewing and resolving contracts in AEC industry preferred.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently or in a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate contract reviewers, manage contract flow, provide training.
• Review, negotiate, and resolve contracts for public and private sector clients.
• Collaborate with staff across offices to address contracting needs.
• Organize contract activities to ensure high-quality reviews and clear guidance.
• Coordinate with General Counsel on specific issues and overall review quality.

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is looking for a Regional Contract Attorney to join our Cumming, Georgia (GA) office! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the activities of the contract reviewers, managing the flow of contracts, providing training, and helping resolve complex contract issues
• Review, negotiate, and help resolve a significant number of contracts for both public and private sector clients
• Will work with professional staff to address contracting needs across offices, while making sure there are appropriate resources and addressing specific problem areas
• Organize and manage contract activities that result in high quality reviews, clear advice to project managers on how to proceed, and dedicated partnership to resolve issues
• Coordinate with General Counsel as appropriate on individual issues and the overall quality of contract reviews

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a related role
• JD from an accredited law school
• Relevant experience related to reviewing and resolving contracts (Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry preferred)
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet deadlines
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of AEC private and public sector contracts
• Prior experience in the AEC Industry

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.