Associate General Counsel - Construction

Overview

In-house lawyer managing construction contracts, risk, compliance, and disputes.

Key Responsibilities

• litigation management
• contract drafting
• risk identification
• insurance management
• compliance support
• training delivery

Tasks

-Manage and oversee construction litigation, arbitration, mediation, and other dispute resolution claims and processes. -Assist with licensing, permitting, and regulatory compliance issues. -Work with outside counsel as needed and drive efficient, cost-effective outcomes. -Advise on construction-related claims, change orders, delay issues, and disputes. -Oversee and manage corporate and project insurance teams and programs. -Identify potential legal and business risks in construction projects and provide proactive guidance to mitigate them. -Draft, review, and negotiate owner construction contracts, design agreements, subcontracts, development agreements, and related documents. -Manage insurance coverage questions and claims. -Support compliance with safety, environmental, and labor laws throughout the project lifecycle. -Conduct training sessions on an array of topics, including contract compliance, risk management, and relevant legal topics. -Partner with project teams, development teams, and executives to align risk management strategies with business objectives. -Provide day-to-day support to construction and development teams. -Develop and maintain contract templates and best practices.

Requirements

• jd
• in-house
• construction contracts
• real estate
• dispute resolution

What You Bring

-Prior in-house counsel experience at a construction or development company. -A juris doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school is required. -Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills -Strong knowledge of construction contracts (AIA, ConsensusDocs, custom agreements). -Familiarity with real estate development, financing, and joint ventures. -Experience in dispute resolution, including litigation and arbitration. -Ability to balance legal risk with business priorities. -Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. -Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments. -Practical, solutions-oriented approach with strong business acumen.

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Benefits

-Long-term Disability -Pet insurance -Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs -Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits -Short-Term and Long-Term Disability -Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts -Paid Time for Volunteer Events -Parenting Benefits -Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds -Competitive Salary -Retirement and Savings Benefits -Paid Time for Volunteer Events. -Paid Time Off (PTO) -Life Insurance -Educational Assistance -Flexible Spending Accounts -Employee Discount Programs

About Ryan Companies Us, Inc.

-A diverse portfolio includes residential, industrial, retail, healthcare, and mixed-use developments across the U.S. -Renowned for managing complex projects from the ground up, offering both development and construction expertise. -Strong history of transforming urban landscapes, with a focus on high-impact, sustainable properties. -Trusted partner for major corporate, retail, and healthcare brands due to financial acumen and operational excellence. -Projects range from large-scale industrial parks to state-of-the-art medical facilities and vibrant urban communities. -Unique ability to seamlessly integrate development and construction processes for efficiency and innovation in design. -Track record includes award-winning projects that set new standards in the real estate industry.

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