Senior Counsel - Construction & Mission Critical Projects

J.E. Dunn Construction Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 195,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction Company is seeking a Senior Counsel for its Advanced Facilities team in Denver, CO. You will provide comprehensive legal support for major industrial and data center projects, draft and review prime contracts and subcontracts, and guide transactions across programs while managing outside counsel.

The role requires a JD, 8+ years of experience in construction law, and strong litigation and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Law required (JD).
• 8+ years of legal experience in construction or related practice.
• Experience with construction litigation preferred.
• Experience in managing outside counsel and corporate transactions.

Responsibilities

• Provides legal support on complex matters for the region.
• Reviews procurement documents and drafts prime contracts and subcontracts.
• Manages outside counsel and litigation; collects evidence for defense or action.
• Negotiates all types of commercial transactions related to projects and corporate functions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Legal writing

Legal research

Public speaking

MS Office

Timely follow-up

Education

Doctorate Degree - Juris Doctor

Bachelor’s degree in construction management

Equivalent experience considered

Tools

MS Office

Job description

JE Dunn Construction Company is seeking a Senior Counsel for its Advanced Facilities team in Denver, CO. You will provide comprehensive legal support for major industrial and data center projects, draft and review prime contracts and subcontracts, and guide transactions across programs while managing outside counsel.

The role requires a JD, 8+ years of experience in construction law, and strong litigation and negotiation skills.