Senior Counsel, Renewable Energy Contracts & Projects

NextGenEnergyJobs; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a Senior Counsel for Procurement, focusing on utility-scale wind, solar, and battery projects. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to provide legal counsel to management and project teams, handle high-stake negotiations, and draft essential agreements.

The ideal candidate holds a JD and has at least 7 years of experience, demonstrating expertise in construction law and project management. This role is based in San Diego, CA, within a dynamic environment that values innovative legal solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience at a major law firm or sophisticated in-house legal department.
• Significant experience with utility-scale wind, solar, and/or battery projects.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel and advice on procurement and operations.
• Draft and negotiate EPC, O&M, and turbine supply agreements.
• Represent the company in major transactions and negotiations.

Skills

Legal counsel expertise

Negotiation skills

Project management skills

Construction law knowledge

Communication skills

Education

JD from a prominent law school

License to practice law

Job description

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a Senior Counsel for Procurement, focusing on utility-scale wind, solar, and battery projects. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to provide legal counsel to management and project teams, handle high-stake negotiations, and draft essential agreements.

The ideal candidate holds a JD and has at least 7 years of experience, demonstrating expertise in construction law and project management. This role is based in San Diego, CA, within a dynamic environment that values innovative legal solutions.