Contracts Attorney (Construction Contracts Specialist)

Overview

Draft, review, negotiate construction contracts and advise on related legal matters.

Key Responsibilities

• contract drafting
• template management
• compliance monitoring
• legal research
• risk advising
• dispute resolution

Tasks

-Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on legal issues related to construction contracts and project management. -Maintain and update templates and best practices for construction contracts and legal documentation. -Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws and industry regulations, including construction safety standards, labor laws, and environmental regulations. -Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, engineers, and procurement departments, to address legal concerns related to ongoing and upcoming construction projects. -Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of construction-related agreements, including but not limited to, construction contracts, subcontracts, service agreements, and procurement contracts. -Assist in the resolution of disputes, including the preparation of claims, arbitration, and litigation support. -Provide legal advice and guidance on construction-related matters, including project delivery methods (e.g., design-build, CM at risk, and traditional contracting). -Conduct legal research and stay current on industry trends, changes in laws, and relevant case law. -Advise business teams on risk management, legal compliance, and strategies to mitigate potential disputes in construction projects.

Requirements

• j.d.
• bar admission
• construction law
• 3+ years
• in-house
• procurement

What You Bring

-Knowledge of public and private procurement processes and government contracting regulations -Typically 3+ years of experience All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations. -Proactive, business-oriented mindset with a focus on practical solutions to legal challenges -Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment -Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills -Licensed to practice law in at least 1 jurisdiction -Strong attention to detail and commitment to providing accurate, high-quality legal counsel -Familiarity with construction insurance, bonding, and surety issues -Experience with dispute resolution mechanisms in the construction industry, including litigation, mediation, and arbitration -J.D. from an accredited law school and admitted to practice in Kansas -Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external parties -Experience working in-house for a construction or engineering company -Law degree required -Strong understanding of construction industry standards, regulations, and project management practices -3-5 years of experience in construction law, with a focus on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating construction contracts

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About Black & Veatch

-Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, it delivers multi‑billion‑dollar projects in energy, water, communications and industrial sectors. -The company’s portfolio spans landmark work—from power plants and water treatment systems to hydrogen and LNG facilities. -It handles full lifecycle services: from strategic advisory and engineering through procurement, construction and operations. -Its history features many firsts: early U.S. water and power infrastructure, the first U.S. hydrogen conversion project, and biosafety labs overseas.

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-criminal/civil background check -drug screen -motor vehicle records search