Senior Construction Counsel – In-House (5+ yrs)

J.R. Vinagro Corporation; Johnston (RI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

J.R. Vinagro Corporation in Johnston, RI is seeking an In-House Counsel specializing in construction to support its growing operations. You will lead contract drafting and negotiation for prime contracts, subcontracts, and vendor agreements, while ensuring compliance with construction law across projects.

The role requires a JD with an active U.S. license and 5–10+ years of construction‑law experience, preferably with in‑house exposure or experience on public works.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active U.S. license.
• 5–10+ years of construction law experience.
• Preference for candidates with in-house or public works project exposure.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate prime contracts, subcontracts, and vendor agreements.
• Ensure construction law compliance across projects.
• Manage bonds, surety, and mechanics’ lien matters.
• Coordinate with outside counsel on litigation and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with executives and project management to mitigate legal risks.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Legal research

Risk assessment

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

J.R. Vinagro Corporation in Johnston, RI is seeking an In-House Counsel specializing in construction to support its growing operations. You will lead contract drafting and negotiation for prime contracts, subcontracts, and vendor agreements, while ensuring compliance with construction law across projects.

The role requires a JD with an active U.S. license and 5–10+ years of construction‑law experience, preferably with in‑house exposure or experience on public works.