Construction/Real Estate Attorney
Qualifications
- 5–10 years of construction law experience within a Real Estate Practice Group
- Ability to draft, review, and negotiate complex construction and construction-related contracts across all project delivery methods (design-bid-build, design-build, CM-at-risk, EPC) for various building types
- Experience advising clients on risk mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle
- Familiarity with professional services agreements and industry-standard contract forms (AIA, ConsensusDocs)
- Strong academic record with excellent research and writing skills
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Pay
- West Virginia: $160,00-$210,000
- Kentucky: $180,000-$230,000
- Indiana, Ohio, Pittsburgh: $190,000-$240,000
- New Jersey, Philadelphia, Delaware: $200,000-$250,000
- California, Colorado, New York, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, D.C.: $215,000-$265,000
Benefits
- Medical (HSA with employer contribution or PPO options)
- Dental and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Variety of parental leaves
- Sick and vacation time
- Well-being/EAP support
- Generous 401(k) retirement plan
About the Role
FBT Gibbons is a national, full-service law firm formed through the combination of Frost Brown Todd and Gibbons, bringing together more than 800 attorneys across 26 offices. Our attorneys offer comprehensive legal solutions to clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies and global multinationals to startups and nonprofits. FBT Gibbons distinguishes itself as a dynamic, forward-moving firm with a coast-to-coast footprint and a reputation for excellence across multiple practice areas and industries.
We are a people-first firm recognized for our award-winning inclusive culture and a strong commitment to community and pro bono work. We support our attorneys with structured training and mentorship, clear paths to advancement, and a platform that provides exposure to varied and sophisticated matters.
Skills
Our ideal candidate will possess:
- Construction law experience
- Contract drafting and negotiation skills
- Risk mitigation strategies
- Professional services agreements
- Research and writing skills
- Collaborative teamwork