Strategic Construction Litigation Counsel

Vertiv Group; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Group in Ohio is seeking an experienced Construction Litigation Counsel to join our Legal Department. This role provides strategic legal counsel and oversight for complex prefabrication projects, focusing on disputes, claims management, and risk mitigation throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate has 4–6 years' experience handling construction litigation, a JD from an accredited law school, and an active U.S.

license. Ohio licensure or eligibility preferred.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; Ohio licensure or eligibility preferred.
• 4–6 years of experience handling construction litigation or complex commercial litigation involving construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts.
• Experience drafting claims correspondence.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction-related disputes, including claims, litigation, arbitration, mediation, and other ADR proceedings.
• Provide strategic legal advice regarding construction contracts, project execution issues, schedule impacts, delays, change orders, differing site conditions, warranty claims, and performance disputes.
• Lead investigations and factual development for claims and disputes, working closely with project teams and business stakeholders.
• Manage outside counsel and consultants, including litigation strategy, budgets, pleadings, discovery, expert witness engagement, and case resolution.
• Evaluate legal and commercial risks arising from project execution and recommend practical business solutions.
• Draft, review, and respond to claims correspondence, notices, reservation-of-rights letters, demand letters, and settlement agreements.
• Support project teams in preserving contractual rights and complying with notice, documentation, and claim requirements.
• Advise internal stakeholders on dispute avoidance strategies and best practices during project performance.
• Analyze evolving construction law developments, industry trends, and regulatory requirements that may impact the business.
• Assist with contract interpretation and enforcement issues arising during project execution.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal沟通

Analytical thinking

Negotiation skills

Problem solving

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

AIA forms

ConsensusDocs

FIDIC

Job description

Vertiv Group in Ohio is seeking an experienced Construction Litigation Counsel to join our Legal Department. This role provides strategic legal counsel and oversight for complex prefabrication projects, focusing on disputes, claims management, and risk mitigation throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate has 4–6 years' experience handling construction litigation, a JD from an accredited law school, and an active U.S.

license. Ohio licensure or eligibility preferred.