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Associate Counsel
Ohla Usa
Provide legal counsel on construction contracts, disputes, and corporate matters for OHLA USA.
2d ago
$130,000 - $160,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Irvine, CA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Heavy civil construction
Infrastructure modernization
Highways
Bridges
Rail and mass transit systems
Tunnels
Water resources
Construction management
Sector Specialisms
Vertical Buildings
Heavy Civil Construction
Highways
Bridges
Rail and Mass Transit Systems
Tunnels
Water Resources
Healthcare Facilities
Role
What you would be doing
financial analysis
contract negotiation
document drafting
site visits
risk advisory
process improvement
- To read and interpret financial statements and documents.
- In conjunction with legal department, advise senior-level executives on legal, operational, compliance and regulatory risk and corporate governance matters
- Develop deep relationships with our construction project teams and key business partners
- Tour our projects throughout the region and assist project staff as necessary
- Represent OHLA in mediations and attend arbitrations as client representative
- Draft corporate documents, joint venture, and partnership agreements
- Develop strategies for resolving disputes and claims and supervise outside counsel on litigation
- Draft and negotiate a wide range of construction and commercial contracts
- Develop and implement strategies across the organization to improve our legal processes and reduce risk
What you bring
ca bar
juris doctor
lexis
ms office
risk management
public contracting
- Prior experience directly advising clients on complex matters.
- Solid experience in balancing business needs and risk
- CA Bar
- Analytical skills and ability to develop reasoning independently.
- Experience: At least 5+ years of experience with background in public contracting strongly preferred
- Education: A Juris Doctor or LL.M degree
- To be open to the views and experiences of others and the learning that comes through feedback
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing demands and adjust to rapidly changing priorities.
- Brilliant writing skills - ability to craft compelling and persuasive narratives and draft favorable agreements without legalese.
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Fluency in Lexis, MS Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint and proficiency in MS Excel (Word, Outlook, Excel)
- A high EQ and IQ
- Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of employment
- Short- and Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Engaging work environment
- Personal Time Off Program (PTO)
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
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Company
Overview
$1.2 billion
New Contracts Secured
In 2023, the company secured over $1.2 billion in new contracts, showcasing its strong growth trajectory.
$2.3 billion
Rail Project Awarded
OHLA USA secured a massive $2.3 billion design-build rail project in Maryland, highlighting its expertise in large-scale infrastructure.
Top 50
Domestic Heavy Contractors
The company ranked among Engineering News-Record’s Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors for its significant contributions to major construction projects.
$1.4 billion
I-405 Project
Delivering one of its largest U.S. contracts, the $1.4 billion I-405 Improvement Project in Orange County, demonstrated its capability to handle complex highway upgrades.
- Combined over a century of European heritage with bold American expansion.
- Rapidly grew by acquiring firms like Community Asphalt, Arellano, and Judlau to build depth in both civil and vertical construction.
- Maintains a strong regional presence with headquarters in New York and offices spanning from California to Florida.
- Portfolio includes highways, bridges, tunnels, airports, rail and transit systems, water infrastructure, and environmental resilience projects.
- Through affiliate OHLA Building, it specializes in healthcare, education, sports, and institutional facilities under construction management and pre-construction models.
- Integrity – zero tolerance for unethical behavior
- Honesty, integrity and trust
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Quality – client‑focused innovation and excellence
- Continuous improvement through training and education
- “Think Safety. Always.” – safety mission aiming for ZERO ACCIDENTS
Net Zero by 2030–2050
Climate Target
Committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2030–2050.
46% Scope 1 & 2 Reduction
GHG Emissions Target
Reduction target for absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2031 (base year 2021).
55% Scope 3 Intensity Reduction
Supply Chain Emissions
Target to reduce Scope 3 emission intensity by 2031 (base year 2021).
80% Waste Recycling
Circular Economy Goal
Aim to recycle or reuse over 80% of non-hazardous waste by 2024.
- Apply circular-economy criteria: recycle or reuse over 80% of non-hazardous waste by 2024
- Reduce emission intensity by 40% by 2024
- Science-Based Targets initiative membership; targets approved by SBTi
- Highest rating in GRESB 2022 sustainability index.
- Encourages diversity and inclusion in recruitment and talent development
- OHLA Sports Club and OHLA Challenge volunteer programs promote engagement
- Hosts ‘Inclusion Olympics’ to foster empathy and inclusion awareness
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