Construction Contracts Attorney

About the role

Latitude is seeking an experienced construction contracts attorney to provide support to one of its law firm clients. Candidates should have deep knowledge of the construction process, including relevant contracts, documents, and legal and practical issues. This role allows an attorney to participate in projects from inception and work hand-in-hand with business partners. This engagement position is a long-term (at least six months) contract, working directly with clients on procedures and procurement packages, particularly within the public sector, drafting, reviewing and negotiating construction documents, and assisting with gathering necessary project information. Experience with public procurement processes, requirements, working with public owners, and documentation is highly preferred, as is familiarity with AIA construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Participate in projects from inception and collaborate with business partners.
• Work on procedures and procurement packages, especially for public sector clients.
• Draft, review, and negotiate construction documents.
• Assist in gathering necessary project information.
• Apply knowledge of public procurement processes and AIA construction documents.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience practicing transactional construction law.
• Prior experience negotiating, drafting, reviewing and/or editing construction agreements.
• Experience with the public procurement process preferred.
• Excellent academic credentials from an ABA‑accredited law school.
• Excellent analytical, written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Licensed to practice law in state of residence (or eligible for in‑house exemption).
• Outstanding professional references.

Skills

Strong analytical, written, verbal, and interpersonal abilities; proficiency with construction contracts and public procurement; familiarity with AIA documents.

Benefits

• Complimentary professional liability insurance coverage for all contract attorneys.
• Eligibility for full benefits (group medical, dental, vision; group life, LTD, AD&D) when working 20+ hours per week.
• Qualified 401(k) plan available.
• CLE and Professional Expense stipend for benefits‑eligible attorneys.

Pay

The annualized pay for this position ranges from $170,000 to $230,000 when calculated on a full‑time basis; actual contract pay is based on experience, qualifications, credentials, location, market supply/demand, and candidate preference.

Schedule

Part‑time engagement: 10‑15 hours per week, with a minimum commitment of six months; fully remote.