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In-House General Counsel Leoforce•3.0 Irvine, CA Job Details $150,000•$350,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Construction regulatory compliance Civil litigations Construction risk management Doctor of Law (JD) Construction industry experience Insurance claims litigation Insurance for risk management General & commercial litigation Bar Construction claims management
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$150,000•$350,000 per year Job Details•Key Responsibilities Construction Contracts & Project Support Draft, review, negotiate, and manage construction-related agreements, including: Prime contracts Subcontracts Design-build agreements Purchase orders Vendor and supplier contracts Joint venture agreements Advise project teams on contract interpretation, risk allocation, claims, change orders, and dispute avoidance. Develop and maintain standard contract templates and legal procedures. Claims, Litigation & Dispute Resolution Manage construction claims, payment disputes, mechanics liens, delay claims, defect claims, and insurance matters. Coordinate and oversee outside counsel, mediators, arbitrators, and expert consultants. Develop strategies for dispute prevention and resolution. Support collection efforts and enforcement of contractual rights. Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management Monitor and advise on federal, state, and local regulations affecting construction operations. Ensure compliance with licensing, permitting, procurement, labor, safety, and environmental requirements. Assist with risk assessment and mitigation across all business units. Support compliance programs and internal investigations as necessary. Employment & Labor Matters Provide legal guidance on employment-related issues, including: Hiring and termination practices Wage and hour compliance Workplace investigations Employee policies and handbooks Discrimination and harassment matters Partner with Human Resources on employment risk management and training initiatives. Corporate & Business Operations Advise executive leadership on corporate governance and business strategy. Support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and business expansion initiatives. Review and negotiate leases, real estate agreements, and financing documents. Assist with company insurance programs and risk transfer strategies. Training & Internal Counsel Educate management and project teams on legal and contractual best practices. Conduct training on contract administration, compliance requirements, and risk management. Serve as a trusted advisor to executives and operational leaders. Qualifications Required Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Active license to practice law in good standing. 7+ years of legal experience, with substantial focus on construction law. Experience representing or working within a general contractor, construction company, engineering firm, or real estate developer. Strong knowledge of:
Construction contracts Mechanics liens Construction claims and disputes Employment law Insurance and risk management Regulatory compliance Preferred Prior in-house legal experience within the construction industry. Experience with public works projects and government contracting. Familiarity with design-build, EPC, and alternative delivery methods. Experience managing outside counsel and litigation budgets. Key Competencies Strong business judgment and commercial awareness. Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills. Ability to balance legal risk with operational objectives. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment. Compensation & Benefits Competitive base salary Annual performance bonus Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and holidays Professional development and continuing legal education support A bit about us:•Based in Irvine, CA., we are a top Heavy/Civil Contractor for construction in the Roadways, Bridges and Tunnel markets. Due to growth, we have an immediate need for an additional in house counsel. If this sounds like a great fit, please read on.... Why join us?•Competitive Base Salary! Great Work life balance! Accelerated Career Growth! #construction #contract-administration #legal-compliance #insurance-claims #tier2
