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TYLin · 1 day ago

AVP, Chief Alternative Delivery Counsel

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$200K/yr - $290K/yr

10+ years exp

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. The AVP, Chief Alternative Delivery Counsel will serve as the firm’s senior legal authority on Alternative Delivery Methods across North America, providing strategic legal guidance and hands-on support in complex project delivery.

Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingInformation TechnologyInfrastructure

Growth Opportunities

Hiring Manager

Richard Osborne

Responsibilities

Lead legal strategy and negotiations for high-stakes alternative delivery projects, including DB, PDB, DBFOM, PPP, IPD, and collaborative contracting models

Partner with executive leadership, pursuit teams, and joint venture partners to assess risk and structure agreements that align with TYLin’s commercial objectives and risk tolerance

Provide legal guidance during all phases of the pursuit lifecycle—from bid/no-bid decisions to teaming agreements, proposals, interviews, and contract finalization

Support claims mitigation and resolution strategies, working collaboratively with project teams and external counsel as needed

Build, lead, and mentor a dedicated legal team specializing in alternative delivery over time

Develop and maintain contract templates, negotiation playbooks, and best-practice guidance documents to streamline project delivery across business lines

Monitor emerging legal, regulatory, and industry trends relevant to collaborative and alternative project delivery models; update stakeholders and influence strategy accordingly

Represent the legal function in client-facing settings, strategic partnerships, and industry events, strengthening TYLin’s leadership profile in the alternative delivery space

Collaborate with global legal, risk, and compliance teams to ensure consistency in contracting practices and enterprise-wide risk governance

Qualification

Juris Doctor (JD)Legal experience in infrastructureNegotiating complex agreementsRisk allocation expertiseBusiness-oriented legal mindsetManaging outside counselExceptional communication skillsCross-functional collaboration

Required

Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB); active bar membership in a U.S. State or Canadian Province

Minimum of 10 years' legal experience with a strong focus on major infrastructure or capital project delivery, including at least 5 years supporting alternative delivery methods

Demonstrated expertise in negotiating, drafting, and advising on complex project agreements such as P3s, DBs, DBFOMs, joint ventures, and concession arrangements

In-depth understanding of risk allocation, bonding/insurance structures, performance security, and subcontractor relationships under various delivery models

Business-oriented legal mindset with the ability to balance commercial opportunity and contractual risk

Exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence and support senior executives, technical leaders, and external partners

Experience coordinating or managing outside counsel

Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, matrixed, and collaborative global environment

Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, as required