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Bechtel Corporation · 1 day ago

Senior Counsel

Houston, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Bechtel Corporation is a global leader in engineering and construction, with a strong commitment to delivering successful outcomes. The Senior Counsel will provide legal advice and support to the Manufacturing & Technology business, focusing on transactions, compliance, and project execution.

ArchitectureConstructionProject Management

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

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)

Advise and support Manufacturing & Technology Management and project personnel on legal issues during the execution of projects

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

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

The legal work associated with the position is typically complex and difficult — the issues to be addressed are often unique and require a high order of original and creative legal analysis for their resolution

Qualification

Juris DoctorConstructionCommercial contract modelsIntellectual property mattersNegotiation skillsBusiness acumenAdvisory skillsOral communicationWritten communicationTeam collaboration

Required

Requires a Juris Doctor (or international equivalent) and 10+ years of relevant experience

Must hold a current bar admission from a U.S. jurisdiction (foreign qualified lawyers will also be considered)

Must be prepared to travel on an 'as-needed' basis

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

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to work effectively with people at all levels within the company

Capable of directing and reviewing the work of junior attorneys

Well-honed advisory, negotiation, and drafting skills

A high degree of business acumen and a strategic approach

Experience with semiconductor or data center owners or projects

Experience with a variety of commercial contract models, including lump sum, cost reimbursable and GMAX/GMP structures