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Legal Counsel - Construction
Sound Transit
Provide legal counsel on construction issues, contracts, procurements, and claims for a transit infrastructure agency.
21d ago
$120,000 - $210,000
Experienced (8-12 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Seattle, WA
Hybrid
Company Size
2,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Engineering
Architecture
Design
Property Development
Technical Services
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Transport
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Heavy Civil
Utilities
Water Resources
Role
What you would be doing
construction procurement
contract management
outside counsel
agency safety
project support
compliance assurance
- Advise the Managing Legal Counsels for Construction and the General Counsel on construction related matters.
- Provide legal advice regarding design and construction contract procurement, contract interpretation, performance, and closeout.
- Provide legal advice directly to project staff on legal matters that affect large transit infrastructure projects, including contract negotiation, terms interpretation, federal funding (FTA) requirements, procurement process and procedures and claims management,
- It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.
- The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.
- Supervise outside legal counsel.
- Assist in the drafting, negotiating and review of construction procurement solicitations, including those using alternative delivery methods, general and special conditions and documents necessary to contract with architects, engineers, and contractors,
- Manage protests and claims related to public A/E and construction contract disputes, including negotiations and mediations,
- Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations, and Agency policies.
What you bring
bar license
construction law
legal writing
core values
construction advice
project management
- Washington State Bar License or bar license from another state, with the expectation of obtaining Washington Bar license within six months of employment.
- Knowledge of procurement and/or construction law.
- Strong writing skills and demonstrated ability to prepare a variety of clear, concise legal documents, letters, agreements and memoranda.
- Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.
- Experience advising clients throughout the design and construction process, including avoiding and resolving issues associated with change orders and claims,
- Ability to manage multiple projects, establish and prioritize objectives/goals and schedules.
- Demonstrated consistent commitment and ability to work with diverse work groups.
- Experience drafting, negotiating and interpreting design and construction documents and contracts,
- Experience developing and implementing strategic and practical legal approaches that responsibly evaluate and balance legal risks with project demands, including in a collaborative contracting environment.
- Litigation background.
- Ability to manage outside counsel.
- Knowledge of public contracting principles.
- Experience in analyzing, researching, defending and pursuing construction-related claims before courts, mediators, arbitrators and for presentation to Dispute Review Boards.
- Develop strong knowledge of Sound Transit’s construction project delivery practices, and legal and business climate, including Washington law and Federal Transit Administration funding requirements.
- Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services.
- Retirement Plans: 401a – 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; 457b – up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).
- Parental Leave: 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
- Compensation Practices: We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you’ll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.
- Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
- Pet Insurance.
- ORCA Card: All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.
- Work is performed in a standard hybrid office environment.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Sound Transit will pay up to $5,000 annually for approved tuition expenses.
- Paid Time Off: Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service. Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.
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Security clearance- washington state bar license or bar license from another state with the expectation of obtaining washington bar license within six months of employment.
- education and experience verification.
- criminal background check.
Company
Overview
Founded in 1993
Year Established
The year Sound Transit was established as a key player in the Puget Sound region's transportation landscape.
- Operates an extensive network of light rail, commuter rail, and bus services across the Seattle metro area.
- Known for its forward-thinking approach to public transit, focusing on connecting communities and reducing traffic congestion.
- Projects include large-scale infrastructure developments, such as the Link light rail extension and Sounder commuter rail improvements.
- Funded by a combination of federal, state, and local funding sources, alongside passenger fares.
- Recognized for its innovative use of technology to enhance ridership experiences and operational efficiency.
- Typical projects include construction of new transit lines, station development, and improving regional transportation networks.
- Expanded its reach in recent years, growing services and infrastructure to meet the needs of a rapidly growing population.
- Collaboration: We share each other’s successes and challenges and invite involvement of all toward achievement of common goals. We are one agency; no single department defines our business.
- Passenger Focus: We always start with our passengers’ needs and work back from there. They are the focus of everything we do.
- Inclusion & Respect: We foster a culture where everyone is treated fairly, where diverse perspectives are welcomed, and every voice is heard.
- Safety: We ensure the safest transit trip and work environment for every rider, employee, and contractor, each and every day.
- Integrity: We build trust by keeping commitments and taking ownership—demonstrating honesty, accountability, and transparency throughout.
- Quality: As stewards of public resources, we do our best work every single day and take great pride in the efficient, sustainable, and equitable delivery of our services and projects.
70% Waste Diversion
Agency Office Waste Management
70% of waste is diverted from landfills in agency office buildings through recycling and reuse initiatives.
31% GHG Reduction
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Since 2018
The company has achieved a 31% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions since 2018, contributing to global climate goals.
216,000 Tonnes Avoided
GHG Emissions Avoided by Passengers
Passenger use of the Link light rail system avoids 216,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions annually.
$1M Saved Annually
Resource-Efficiency Projects
Implementing 56 ongoing resource-efficiency projects has saved $1 million annually, demonstrating financial and environmental benefits.
- ISO 14001 Environmental and Sustainability Management System controls construction environmental impacts.
- Link light rail runs on 100% carbon-free electricity via Puget Sound Energy Green Direct and Seattle City Light.
- First major U.S. light-rail system on fully carbon-free electricity, reducing electricity GHG by over 96% across系统, target 100% agency-wide by 2030 for electricity and by 2050 for all operations.
- Operations & Maintenance Facility East is LEED Gold certified with water capture/reuse, solar panels, high waste diversion.
- Downtown Redmond Link project earned Envision Platinum for renewable-energy focus and environmental protection.
- Climate-vulnerability integrated into design standards—heat waves, flooding, sea level rise.
- The Office of Civil Rights, Equity & Inclusion drives diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy.
- Multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are active, including BEST, LiT, Pride, SPAM, WEST, ADAPT, Native American & Indigenous, Parents & Families, and Veterans.
- WEST supports gender equity by empowering women, educating staff, developing allies, and promoting systemic change.
- The Diversity Oversight Committee monitors employment and contracting opportunities for underrepresented groups.
- Women make up [percentage not provided] of the workforce.
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