Assistant General Counsel

About the role

The Assistant General Counsel will report directly to the Deputy Chief Legal Officer and play a key role in supporting the Company's EPC and other business development, commercial and procurement contracting, regulatory compliance, risk management, and day-to-day business operations. This position will serve as a trusted legal advisor to cross-functional business teams, including executive leadership, helping drive business objectives while proactively managing legal and commercial risk. The ideal candidate will possess a strong combination of construction, corporate and renewable energy experience, with the ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. This role can be based full-time in our office in San Diego, CA or Denver, CO.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted legal advisor to business teams, including executive leadership, on commercial, operational and regulatory matters.
• Exercise sound judgment grounded in ethics, integrity, accountability, and transparent communication.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including business leaders, executives, developers, contractors, and outside counsel.
• Evaluate legal and business issues holistically, balancing risk mitigation with commercial objectives.
• Foster a collaborative, solution-oriented approach across the organization.
• Monitor and advise on legal, regulatory, legislative, and industry developments impacting the renewable energy, infrastructure, and construction sectors.
• Partner with business development, finance, and executive teams on a broad range of project and commercial transactions.
• Identify legal and business risks associated with new market opportunities and develop practical mitigation strategies.
• Assist in developing and enhancing legal processes, policies, and governance structures that support organizational growth and scalability.

Commercial Contracting

• Lead and support the drafting, review, negotiation, and administration of a broad range of complex commercial agreements, including:
  • Engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) agreements
  • Construction subcontracts
  • Supply and procurement agreements
  • Equipment purchase agreements
  • Operations and Maintenance (O&M) agreements
  • Master service agreements
  • Commercial customer contracts
  • Non-disclosure agreements
  • Real estate agreements
  • Memorandums of understanding and framework agreements
• Provide strategic guidance regarding contract interpretation, change orders, claims management, and dispute avoidance.
• Collaborate with Operations, Procurement and Business Development teams to support successful project execution and commercial outcomes.

Risk Management, Compliance and Governance

• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining corporate compliance, governance, and risk management programs.
• Support corporate entity management, organizational recordkeeping, and governance requirements.
• Advise business leaders on regulatory requirements affecting renewable energy development, construction operations, labor matters, and commercial activities.
• Conduct legal risk assessments and recommend practical solutions to minimize exposure while supporting business objectives.

Claims, Disputes and Legal Operations

• Support the management of construction, commercial, and project-related claims and disputes.
• Assist with the coordination of outside counsel regarding litigation, arbitration, mediation, and other dispute resolution matters.
• Assist in overseeing outside counsel performance, legal budgets, accruals, and matter management.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing.
• 8-12+ years of legal experience, including significant experience at a nationally recognized law firm and/or sophisticated in-house legal department.
• Demonstrated experience in renewable energy, construction, infrastructure, project development, or related industries.
• Strong experience negotiating and drafting complex commercial agreements and construction-related contracts.
• Proven ability to provide practical, solutions-oriented legal guidance.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple competing priorities.
• Excellent written, verbal, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify legal risks proactively and develop commercially reasonable solutions.
• High degree of professional judgment, integrity, executive presence, and business acumen.
• Managed other attorneys for 3+ years.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families.
• Basic life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan enrollment.
• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

Pay

Compensation range: $205,396.00 - $246,475.00 (salary).