Renewable Energy Construction Associate

Husch Blackwell LLP; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 240,000 - 335,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate Performance Bonus

Client Development Bonus

Job summary

Husch Blackwell LLP, a national law firm, seeks a Renewable Energy Construction Associate with eight to ten years of experience for our offices, including the virtual office. The role requires an active state bar license or commitment to obtain one, and substantial EPC contract negotiation experience for renewable energy clients.

The candidate will work primarily with the Energy & Natural Resources Strategic Business Unit, handling complex projects under pressure and delivering effective legal

Qualifications

• Active bar license in the state of the applying office or commit to obtain one ASAP.
• 8–10 years of experience preferred in renewable energy construction.
• Experience negotiating EPC contracts for renewable energy clients.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Energy & Natural Resources team to manage construction-related matters.
• Advise on contract structure, risk allocation, and project timelines for EPC projects.
• Represent clients in negotiations and coordinate with opposing counsel and project stakeholders.

Skills

Bar license

EPC contracts

Renewable energy

Negotiation

Job description

Husch Blackwell LLP is a national law firm with multiple locations across the United States, dedicated to our clients and the industries they serve.

We have an immediate opening for a Renewable Energy Construction Associate with eight to ten years of experience preferred. We will consider candidates for any of our offices including our virtual office, The Link. Candidates should have an active bar license in the state corresponding with the office to which they are applying or commit to obtaining one as soon as possible. The candidate should have experience negotiating Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contracts for renewable energy clients. The candidate will work primarily with attorneys in our Energy & Natural Resources Strategic Business Unit.

The ideal candidate will have excellent academic credentials, a commitment to the community, superior interpersonal skills and a demonstrated record of working well under pressure. The candidate should demonstrate exceptional judgment, the ability to effectively handle multiple projects, and the ability to articulate legal strategies and courses of action. We look for proactive, dynamic, and entrepreneurial individuals with varied backgrounds, interests, and experience for a diverse candidate pool.

At Husch Blackwell we believe that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. Husch Blackwell is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented lawyers and business professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We foster an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and our communities better.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and much more.

Pursuant to applicable state laws, the compensation range for this position in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, and Washington only is $240,000 to $335,000, in New York, Vermont, and Washington, D.C. is $240,000 to $320,000, in Illinois is $250,000 to $325,000, and in Minnesota is $250,000 to $290,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salaries in all other markets will vary depending on market data. Associates are eligible for an Associate Performance Bonus and Client Development Bonus.

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