Construction Attorney

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and administer construction contracts, including AIA agreements, design-build contracts, and subcontractor agreements.
• Advise owners, developers, contractors, and design professionals on contract compliance, project risk, and construction law matters.
• Resolve construction disputes involving delays, change orders, payment claims, defects, and mechanic's liens through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation.
• Counsel clients on regulatory compliance, insurance, bonding, and strategies to minimize legal and financial risk throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience drafting and negotiating construction contracts and advising on project-related legal matters.
• Knowledge of construction law, dispute resolution, mechanic's liens, insurance, and risk management.
• Experience in the energy industry a plus.
• Active bar license in good standing in the state in which you currently reside.

About Axiom

Axiom has been pioneering the alternative legal services industry since 1998, serving over 1,500 legal departments globally. We offer innovative solutions combining top-tier legal talent with advanced AI tools, addressing complex legal matters across 12 practice areas for clients ranging from Fortune 100 to small businesses. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our Talent NPS score of +71% and Client NPS score of +64%. Join us to be part of a dynamic, multi-faceted career and contribute to our mission of driving efficiency and growth for legal departments.

Pay

The estimated total compensation for full-time Axiom attorney roles is $104,500-325,000 per year, while non-attorney roles range from $71,250-309,750 per year. Compensation decisions are based on various factors including experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs. Employees may be eligible for additional benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities and tools.

Schedule

Details on the schedule are not specified in the job posting.

Benefits

Employees may be eligible for additional benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities and tools.