Senior Construction Litigation Counsel (In-House, MD)

Energy Jobline ZR; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Job summary

Highland Consulting Group is partnering with a leading construction organization in Maryland to fill the role of Litigation Counsel for the construction industry. You will manage all litigation matters, supervise outside counsel, lead mediation and arbitration, and advise on risk to internal stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has a J.D., Maryland license, and at least 10 years of legal experience in commercial contracting or construction.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Maryland.
• Minimum 10 years of legal experience, including 5+ years in commercial contracting or construction.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate construction-related agreements (owner contracts, subcontracts, POs, vendor agreements).
• Provide risk-based legal guidance to internal stakeholders on contractual obligations and risk allocation.
• Ensure contract compliance with company standards, applicable laws, industry best practices, and insurance requirements.
• Advise on legal issues throughout all phases of construction: bidding, execution, project completion, and closeout.
• Provide guidance on change order disputes, delay claims, and potential risk exposures.
• Represent or oversee representation in all commercial and construction litigation, arbitration, and bond/insurance claims.
• Initiate and defend collection actions.
• Manage and coordinate outside counsel.
• Support development of the company’s business plan and strategic initiatives.
• Advise the CEO and Board of Directors on legal matters impacting projects and operations.
• Assist Corporate Counsel with governance, HR, and compliance matters.

Skills

Mediation

Arbitration

Contract negotiation

Construction law

Litigation management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Highland Consulting Group is partnering with a leading construction organization in Maryland to fill the role of Litigation Counsel for the construction industry. You will manage all litigation matters, supervise outside counsel, lead mediation and arbitration, and advise on risk to internal stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has a J.D., Maryland license, and at least 10 years of legal experience in commercial contracting or construction.