Renewable Energy Construction Associate

Husch Blackwell LLP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

Husch Blackwell LLP seeks a Renewable Energy Construction Associate with eight to ten years of experience, preferably in renewable energy and EPC contract negotiation. The candidate should hold an active bar license for the relevant state or commit to obtaining one promptly.

The role involves working primarily with attorneys in the Energy & Natural Resources SBU and across Husch Blackwell’s offices, including The Link.

Qualifications

• Active bar license in the state of the applicable office or commitment to obtain one ASAP.
• Eight to ten years of experience preferred in renewable energy & construction law.
• Strong academic credentials and professional judgment.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate EPC contracts for renewable energy clients.
• Collaborate with attorneys in the Energy & Natural Resources SBU.
• Articulate legal strategies and courses of action under pressure.
• Manage multiple projects with proactive, entrepreneurial mindset.

Skills

EPC contract negotiation

Renewable energy law

Client communication

Project management

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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