Senior Associate Counsel, Construction & Energy

Takanock, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Unlimited PTO

Monthly mobile phone stipend

Company-paid parking

Job summary

Takanock, LLC is seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel with a strong construction background to join our Austin, TX team. You will manage a broad array of legal matters for construction projects, working closely with the GC and outside counsel as a trusted advisor to leadership in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

The role requires a JD, active bar membership, 5–7 years experience (10–15 preferred), and hands-on construction contract expertise to guide strategic initiatives

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with active bar in good standing.
• Minimum 5–7 years of legal experience; 10–15 years preferred.
• Hands-on experience with construction contracts including EPC and BOP.
• Strong business judgment and ability to translate legal issues into actionable guidance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; hands-on advisor in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiation of construction-related agreements for data center and generating facility developments, including EPC and BOP and change orders.
• Negotiate major equipment procurement and leasing arrangements.
• Support land acquisitions and dispositions, including purchase/sale agreements and easement/title reviews.
• Serve as the subject-matter expert for the construction team on related commercial agreements.

Skills

Construction contracts

EPC/BOP experience

Negotiation

Contract interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

J.D. degree

Active bar membership

Job description

Takanock, LLC is seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel with a strong construction background to join our Austin, TX team. You will manage a broad array of legal matters for construction projects, working closely with the GC and outside counsel as a trusted advisor to leadership in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

The role requires a JD, active bar membership, 5–7 years experience (10–15 preferred), and hands-on construction contract expertise to guide strategic initiatives