Senior Counsel

Overview

Legal counsel for manufacturing & tech projects, handling contracts, negotiations, and disputes.

Key Responsibilities

• legal advisory
• transaction structuring
• deal negotiation
• dispute resolution
• compliance guidance
• outside counsel

Tasks

-Advise and support Manufacturing & Technology Management and project personnel on legal issues during the execution of projects. -Work closely with Business Development and Management in structuring, preparing, negotiating and concluding transactions for prospects and projects in the markets served by the Manufacturing & Technology business (semiconductors, electric vehicles/batteries, data centers). -Under the overall supervision of the Manufacturing & Technology business’ Manager of Legal, the Senior Counsel will usually work on transactions independently with Business Development and Management. Senior Counsel will retain legal services from outside counsel as needed and appropriate. -Provide advice and assist in the negotiation and settlement of disputed claims with clients, subcontractors and vendors. -Advise Business Development and Management on the company's internal protocols and procedures to ensure that compliance is maintained.

Requirements

• juris doctor
• bar admission
• 10 years
• contract models
• semiconductor
• negotiation

What You Bring

-Minimum 10 years work experience with Engineering and Construction projects and related contract documents — from a major law firm or major Engineering, Procurement and Construction firm. -Must be prepared to travel on an "as-needed" basis. -A high degree of business acumen and a strategic approach. -Must hold a current bar admission from a U.S. jurisdiction (foreign qualified lawyers will also be considered). -Experience with a variety of commercial contract models, including lump sum, cost reimbursable and GMAX/GMP structures -Capable of directing and reviewing the work of junior attorneys. -Well-honed advisory, negotiation, and drafting skills. -Experience with semiconductor or data center owners or projects. -Excellent oral and written communication skills. -Requires a Juris Doctor (or international equivalent) and 10+ years of relevant experience -Ability to work effectively with people at all levels within the company.

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About Bechtel

-Operates across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, nuclear, security and environmental, oil, gas, chemicals, mining, and metals, as well as manufacturing, battery production and technology. -Significant presence in North America, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia.

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