Construction Legal Counsel -

Construction & Commercial Contracts Date Posted:

1 October 2026

Closing Date:

October 31, 2026

Recruiter:

MYR Group Location:

Denver, Colorado Salary:

USD135,000

to

USD180,000

Job Type & Industry:

Technology Risk, Construction & Property Contract Type:

Permanent Job Reference:

2996437510-2 Apply for this job now Job Description MYR Group seeks a Legal Counsel to support its U.S. and Canadian construction and electrical infrastructure operations. You will draft, review, and negotiate contracts for transmission, distribution, substation, commercial, and industrial projects, advise on regulatory and compliance matters, support risk management and claims, and coordinate with outside counsel. Partner closely with operations and leadership teams to provide practical legal guidance that supports safe, timely project delivery while protecting company interests and fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate construction and commercial contracts and subcontracts. Advise operations and leadership on legal risks, project issues, and strategic decisions. Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies in the U. S. and Canada. Support claims, disputes, and litigation management with internal stakeholders and outside counsel. Assist with risk management, insurance, and contract terms to protect company interests. Develop and update contract templates, playbooks, and legal policies. Provide training to project and field teams on key legal and compliance topics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support safe, timely project execution. Required Skills Construction law Contract drafting Contract negotiation Regulatory compliance Risk management Claims management Commercial agreements Legal research Policy development Cross-border (U. S./Canada) experience