Sargent & Lundy provides comprehensive consulting, engineering, design, and technical analysis for power generation, power delivery, and energy projects worldwide. We have a highly professional and experienced staff dedicated to the energy business.
We are seeking an in-house attorney to counsel our engineering and design teams on methods for mitigating engineering services and construction risks though contract and claim management.
The responsibilities for this Corporate Counsel position include:
Report directly to the General CounselDraft, review, and negotiate professional services contracts, EPC contracts (design-build), teaming agreements, other business agreementsEarly claim monitoring and management, including identification of potential risks and recommending strategies for mitigationNotify and cooperate with insurers to investigate, tender, and track claims and incidentsManage outside counsel and litigation related to professional liability, personal injury, and contract disputesMonitor and review pleadings, discovery, trial preparations, and settlement negotiationsWork directly with company stakeholders on the above legal activitiesAssist in the development and implementation of corporate policies and proceduresAdvise on industry-specific regulations and laws
This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in our downtown Chicago office and working remotely from home.
QualificationsThis position requires:
Juris Doctor (law) degreeAt least 3 years of legal experience in the architect and engineering design or construction field.Engineering degree (preferred)Familiarity with general liability and professional liability insurance coverages (e.g. errors and omissions insurance)Construction or professional services contracting experience
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.
Award Winning Compensation & Benefits
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life BalanceHealth Plans: Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Accident InsuranceDisability CoverageEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Back-Up DaycareFSA & HSA401(k)Pre-Tax Commuter AccountMerit Scholarship ProgramEmployee Discount ProgramCorporate Charitable Giving ProgramTuition AssistanceFirst Professional Licensure BonusEmployee Referral BonusPaid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)Paid VacationPaid HolidaysPaid Parental LeavePaid Bereavement LeaveFlexible Work Arrangements
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