Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Prepare, assess, and negotiate EPC agreements, construction subcontracts, professional services contracts, procurement and supply agreements, O&M agreements, amendments, assignments, and other commercial contracts.

• Keep standard contract templates up to date and maintained.

• Provide guidance to internal teams regarding contract interpretation, project delays, change orders, completion milestones, subcontractor and supplier performance, warranties, and other project-related matters.

• Recognize and assess contractual risks associated with indemnification, insurance, liability limitations, payment issues, termination, liquidated damages, and available remedies.

• Create actionable recommendations that align with company goals.

• Research and provide insights on federal, state, and local regulations impacting solar projects.

• Offer advice on compliance with prevailing wage and apprenticeship standards, licensing, permitting, tax credits, and other regulatory issues.

• Support O&M, asset management, and various other commercial agreements.

• Assist with contract-related claims, payment disputes, subcontractor defaults, insurance issues, and litigation processes.

• Perform legal research and document reviews while coordinating with outside legal counsel.

• Aid in contract assignments, consents, due diligence, and other transactional activities.

• Collaborate with Procurement, Construction, Engineering, Development, Operations, Finance, and other internal teams.

• Contribute to the establishment of standard negotiation positions, legal resources, and enhancements to the contract review and approval processes.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

• Active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar.

• Over 2 years of pertinent legal experience.

• Proven experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements.

• Preferred experience in construction, procurement, renewable energy, or an in-house legal department.

• Strong skills in legal research, drafting, analysis, and negotiation.

• Ability to identify significant risks and offer practical, business-focused solutions.

• Sound commercial judgment and understanding of how contractual terms affect project costs, timelines, and business operations.

• Capability to independently handle routine matters, prioritize conflicting deadlines, and discern when issues need escalation.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Capacity to work collaboratively with both legal and non-legal stakeholders.

• Proactive, resourceful, and detail-oriented mindset.

• Good judgment and a desire to take ownership of responsibilities and grow within the legal team.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for training and professional development.

• 401(k) plan with a 4% company match.

• Summer Fridays.

• Flexible remote or hybrid work arrangements.

• Paid parental leave.

• Team lunches, events, and fully stocked kitchens.

• Contemporary, collaborative office environments in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Company-sponsored life and long-term disability insurance.

• Competitive salary.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.