Transactional Lawyer

Walbridge; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Corporate Counsel to manage contractual issues for multimillion-dollar projects. This role involves advising the project team on contract provisions, drafting notices, and ensuring compliance with risk management protocols. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor (JD) and 1-5 years of experience in construction law. Proficiency in SharePoint and CMIC is a plus. This position is based in Detroit, MI, with onsite responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in construction law and contract interpretation.
• Understanding of OCIP and SDI insurance programs.
• Willingness to work onsite and at headquarters.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and advise on contract provisions and obligations.
• Draft formal notices to owners, subcontractors, and insurance companies.
• Collaborate with the Risk Mitigation team on insurance obligations.
• Review and draft standard subcontract riders.
• Support project team with change order and management processes.
• Ensure timely submission of contractual documentation.
• Provide training on contractual requirements.

Skills

Contract interpretation

Risk management

Excellent written communication

Collaboration skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

SharePoint

CMIC

Job description

The Opportunity

The Corporate Counsel will serve as the primary point of contact for all contractual issues associated with a multimillion-dollar projects, working directly with the General Counsel and the Project Executives. This role is integral to ensuring contractual compliance, risk mitigation, and effective legal support for project operations.

Location

You will work at our enterprise headquarters in Detroit, MI with frequent travel to projects as required.

Responsibilities

Your key responsibilities include:

• Interpret and advise project team on contract provisions and obligations
• Within established time frames, draft and issue formal notices to:
  • Owner
  • Subcontractors
  • Insurance companies
• Collaborate with the Risk Mitigation team to address:
  • OCIP (Owner Controlled Insurance Program)
  • SDI (Subcontractor Default Insurance)
  • Other insurance obligations
• Review and draft riders to standard subcontracts
• Support the project team with:
  • Change order requirements
  • Change management processes
• Ensure timely submission of all contractual documentation
• Provide training and guidance to the operations team on contractual requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• Juris Doctor (JD)
• 1-5 years of experience in construction law, contract interpretation, and risk management
• Understanding of insurance programs (OCIP, SDI)
• Excellent written communication and collaboration skills
• Willing to work onsite at the project site and at our Headquarters

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Proficiency with internal business software and databases, including SharePoint and CMIC

EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V Walbridge is an equal opportunity employer with a culture that promotes diversity in the workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, status as an individual with a disability, military, or protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning career development, recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment.