Senior Counsel - Construction Claims & Disputes

ARCO; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

ESOP

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship for associates' children

1-month sabbatical after five years

Volunteer leave

Charitable match

Insurance coverage

Maternity leave

Job summary

ARCO in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a Senior Counsel (Claims) to analyze and resolve pre-litigation disputes, oversee litigated and arbitrated claims, and guide risk management strategies.

The role includes 10–15% transactional work, negotiating owner and subcontractor agreements, and collaborating with senior attorneys and business leaders.

You will manage outside counsel, present data reports, and stay current with applicable laws and industry trends.

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney with 5+ years of litigation experience.
• Experience in a construction-focused law firm or large organization.
• First- and second-chair trial/arbitration experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the legal team to address pre-claim disputes and manage litigated/ arbitrated claims.
• Partner with senior attorneys, project managers, and leaders to resolve claims.
• Implement enterprise-wide claims management and litigation best practices.
• Collaborate with Safety, HR, and Finance to identify risks and mitigate.
• Manage outside counsel and coordinate with insurance partners.
• Present substantive reports on claims-related data.
• Stay informed of new laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting the enterprise.
• Multi-task in a deadline-driven environment.

Skills

Litigation experience

Construction industry experience

Trial/arbitration experience

Oral and written communication

Conflict resolution and business acume

Job description

ARCO in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a Senior Counsel (Claims) to analyze and resolve pre-litigation disputes, oversee litigated and arbitrated claims, and guide risk management strategies.

The role includes 10–15% transactional work, negotiating owner and subcontractor agreements, and collaborating with senior attorneys and business leaders.

You will manage outside counsel, present data reports, and stay current with applicable laws and industry trends.