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Corporate Counsel – Construction, Commercial Contracts & Employment

Archetype Infrastructure Solutions · Austin, TX · 2 wk ago
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Welcome & Company Mission Archetype Infrastructure Solutions (AIS) is a subcontracting and staffing firm dedicated to delivering highly skilled workforce solutions to the data center, telecommunications, and infrastructure industries. Our mission is to provide exceptional talent, unmatched customer service, and safe, reliable execution for every project we support. We believe our people are our greatest asset and are committed to creating opportunities for growth, advancement, and long-term career success. At AIS, we operate with integrity, accountability, safety, and a relentless commitment to excellence.

Position Summary

AIS is seeking an experienced Corporate Counsel to serve as the company's primary legal advisor supporting its Division 26 (Electrical), Division 27 (Communications), and Division 28 (Electronic Safety & Security) operations nationwide. This role will partner closely with executive leadership to review and negotiate commercial contracts, advise on employment law, support construction and subcontracting operations, manage legal risk, oversee compliance, and help scale the organization as it expands across the United States. The Corporate Counsel will be responsible for protecting the company while enabling efficient business operations and strategic growth.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Review, draft, negotiate, and approve:

    • Master Service Agreements (MSAs)
    • Statements of Work (SOWs)
    • Subcontract Agreements
    • Prime Contractor Agreements
    • Customer Terms & Conditions
    • Vendor Agreements
    • Purchase Orders
    • Change Orders
    • Confidentiality Agreements (NDAs)
    • Staffing Agreements
    • Professional Services Agreements
    • Consulting Agreements
    • Limitation of Liability Indemnification Warranty language
    • Payment terms
    • Insurance requirements
    • Liquidated damages
    • Schedule obligations
    • Termination clauses
    • Flow-down provisions
    • Confidentiality
    • Intellectual Property
    • Force Majeure
    • Construction & Infrastructure Legal Support
  • Provide legal guidance related to:

    • Division 26 Electrical projects
    • Division 27 Communications Infrastructure
    • Division 28 Security Systems
    • Data Center construction
  • Support Subcontract administration

    • Claims avoidance
    • Contract disputes
    • Delay claims
    • Payment disputes
    • Mechanic's lien issues
    • Licensing requirements
    • Multi-state contractor compliance
  • Employment Law

    • Advising executive leadership and HR regarding:
    • Hiring practices
    • Wage & Hour compliance
    • FLSA
    • EEOC
    • ADA
    • FMLA
    • OSHA
    • Background Checks
    • Drug Testing
    • Employment Agreements
    • Non-Competes (where enforceable)
    • Confidentiality Agreements
    • Internal investigations
    • Employee Relations
    • Terminations
    • Corporate Compliance
  • Ensure Compliance With Federal employment laws

    • State employment laws
    • Contractor licensing
    • Construction regulations
    • OSHA compliance
    • Client compliance requirements
    • Insurance obligations
    • Data privacy
    • Record retention
    • Corporate governance
    • Risk Management
  • Partner With Finance, HR, Operations, And Safety To Reduce legal exposure

    • Evaluate project risk
    • Review insurance language
    • Coordinate with insurance carriers
    • Manage litigation
    • Work with outside counsel
    • Oversee claims
    • Support EPL, General Liability, Professional Liability, Workers' Compensation, and Builder's Risk matters
  • Executive Support

    • Advise The CEO, COO, And Executive Leadership On Strategic growth
    • Acquisitions
    • New markets
    • Joint ventures
    • Partnerships
    • Business structure
    • Corporate governance
    • Major customer negotiations

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

  • Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

  • Minimum Of Seven (7) Years Of Relevant Legal Experience

  • Extensive commercial contract negotiation experience

  • Strong knowledge of employment law

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Exceptional analytical and negotiation abilities

Preferred Experience

  • Experience Supporting One Or More Of The Following Industries

    • Electrical Construction
    • Communications Infrastructure
    • Electronic Security
    • Data Centers
    • Commercial Construction
    • Industrial Construction
    • Staffing
    • Professional Services
    • Technology Infrastructure

  • Experience With Multi-state operations

  • Construction contracts

  • Public and private sector projects

  • Large enterprise customers

  • Insurance and risk management

  • OSHA compliance

  • Contractor licensing

Core Competencies

  • Strategic Thinking

  • Sound Business Judgment

  • Executive Presence

  • Contract Negotiation

  • Risk Assessment

  • Employment Law

  • Commercial Litigation Management

  • Problem Solving

  • Leadership

  • Relationship Building

  • Attention to Detail

  • High Integrity

  • Confidentiality

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment

  • Occasional travel (up to 20%)

  • Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods

  • Attend meetings at customer locations, project sites, and company offices

Compensation & Benefits

  • AIS offers a highly competitive executive compensation package including:

    • Competitive Base Salary
    • Flexible Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Technology Allowance
    • Executive Leadership Development Opportunities

Why Join AIS?

  • This is a unique opportunity to build the legal function of a rapidly growing national infrastructure company.

  • As Corporate Counsel, you will play a key role in shaping the organization's legal strategy, supporting executive decision-making, and protecting the Company as it expands across the United States.

  • If you are a business-minded attorney who enjoys solving complex challenges, negotiating sophisticated commercial agreements, and partnering with executive leadership to drive growth, we invite you to join our team.

  • Archetype Infrastructure Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a workplace built on integrity, inclusion, professionalism, and respect.

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