Senior Construction Law Attorney

IAPMO Group; Asheville (NC); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits (Medical, Dental)

Job summary

Boutique Law Firm in North Carolina seeks a Construction Law Attorney with 7+ years of experience to join their team. The ideal candidate will handle complex contract work and manage disputes across various forums, including courts and arbitrations.

Licensed in North Carolina and in good standing, you will draft and negotiate agreements, advise on risk and compliance, and contribute to project success in a demanding practice area.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in construction law and related matters.
• Experience with both trial and transactional work.
• Licensed in North Carolina and in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex construction contracts, subcontracts, design-build agreements, joint venture agreements, and architectural/engineering service agreements
• Advise owners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals on risk management, regulatory compliance, zoning, and land use throughout all project phases
• Represent clients in construction-related disputes, mechanics' liens, bond claims, breach of contract actions, defect litigation, delay/disruption claims, and bid protests across state/federal courts, arbitrations, and mediations.

Skills

Construction law expertise

Contract drafting & negotiation

Litigation & transactional experience

Job description

We are working with a Boutique Law Firm, looking for a Construction Law Attorney to join their team. Specifically, they are looking for someone who has 7+ years of experience.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience
• Experience in construction law, business disputes, commercial transactions, corporate governance, contract drafting, or related matters
• Experience with both trial and transactional work
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills, sound legal analysis, and strong client communication abilities
• Licensed in North Carolina and in good standing

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex construction contracts, subcontracts, design-build agreements, joint venture agreements, and architectural/engineering service agreements
• Advise owners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals on risk management, regulatory compliance, zoning, and land use throughout all project phases
• Represent clients in construction-related disputes, mechanics' liens, bond claims, breach of contract actions, defect litigation, delay/disruption claims, and bid protests across state/federal courts, arbitrations, and mediations.

The annual salary for this position is between 175k-225k. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Full Benefits offered - Medical, Dental, etc. Flexible work schedule + PTO + Vacation time