Corporate Counsel

About the role

U.S. Engineering Holdings is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join its Legal & Risk Management Department and work directly with the General Counsel. This role will provide day-to-day legal support across the company's subsidiaries, with a primary focus on contract review, corporate filings, and claims-related matters (workers' compensation and insurance). This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney early in their career who wants hands-on, high-volume exposure to construction law, risk management, and corporate practice inside a growing organization.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and redline commercial construction contracts, subcontracts, and related agreements (AIA, Consensus Docs, and custom forms), flagging risk and negotiating terms alongside the General Counsel
• Prepare, file, and maintain corporate filings and entity records across U.S. Engineering's subsidiaries
• Support workers' compensation claims, including coordination with adjusters, claims tracking, and internal reporting
• Assist with general liability, property, and other insurance claims, including coverage analysis and claims correspondence
• Provide legal support on employment matters as needed, in coordination with HR and the General Counsel
• Help track and manage project-level legal risk, including claims, change orders, and disputes on active construction projects
• Assist with internal legal training materials and compliance initiatives for project teams and leadership
• Perform legal research and prepare memos on contract, insurance, and construction law issues as assigned

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school; active license to practice law in Missouri (or eligibility for reciprocity/admission)
• 2–5 years of relevant legal experience, in a law firm, corporate legal department, or construction/insurance setting
• Strong contract drafting and review skills, with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently and prioritize under deadline pressure
• Clear, practical communication style — comfortable working directly with non-lawyer business partners (PMs, PEs, Directors)

Skills

• Knowledge of contract law and commercial construction contracting principles
• Knowledge of corporate governance, entity management, and regulatory filing requirements
• Knowledge of workers' compensation, general liability, and insurance claims processes
• Knowledge of employment law principles and legal compliance requirements
• Understanding of construction industry practices, project delivery methods, and risk allocation
• Knowledge of legal research methods and legal writing standards
• Strong legal drafting, contract review, and negotiation skills
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to identify legal and business risks and recommend practical solutions
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-legal audiences
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications and legal document management systems
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining efficiency in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment
• Ability to interpret contracts, statutes, regulations, and legal precedents
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
• Ability to build trusted relationships with internal stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Ability to prioritize competing legal matters and meet deadlines in a dynamic business environment
• Ability to negotiate effectively while maintaining positive business relationships
• Ability to adapt to changing business priorities and legal requirements
• Ability to exercise discretion when handling confidential and privileged information

Physical and Travel Demands

• Primarily performs work in a professional office environment
• Frequently sits for extended periods while reviewing legal documents and working at a computer
• Regular use of a computer, keyboard, telephone, and other standard office equipment
• Frequently communicates verbally and in writing with internal stakeholders, outside counsel, insurance carriers, and business partners
• Occasionally lifts or moves materials weighing up to 20 pounds
• Ability to attend meetings throughout company facilities as needed
• Occasional travel (up to 10%) to company offices, project sites, mediations, depositions, legal proceedings, or professional development events
• Occasional overnight travel may be required based on business needs

Benefits

• Industry-leading benefits package, including health, dental, and vision plans
• Matching retirement contributions
• Matching 529 contributions
• Paid time off
• Year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance

Pay

The range for this position has been established at $100K to $142K salary. The compensation offered to the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.