Corporate Counsel, Engineering, Procurement, and Construction

About the role

Cypress Creek Energy is seeking a Corporate Counsel, Supply Chain & EPC to lead procurement and EPC contracting efforts from a legal perspective. The position reports directly to the Senior Counsel for EPC and Supply Chain.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft and negotiate supply agreements, services agreements, EPC agreements, purchase orders and other contracts and documentation supporting the Company's Supply Chain and EPC groups.
• Work with the Supply Chain and EPCM teams to develop best-in-class contract templates and procurement processes.
• Support due diligence review and inquiries in finance, corporate, and M&A transactions in the areas of procurement, supply chain, and EPCM contracting.
• Provide advice and counsel to internal team members to proactively address and resolve potential disputes with contractors, suppliers, and other procurement-related counterparties.
• Lead the preparation and review of Company correspondence with contract counterparties in dispute situations.
• Manage outside legal counsel, as needed, to facilitate the Company’s Supply Chain and EPCM contracting efforts.
• Collaborate regularly with other members of the Legal team to help solve procurement-related issues in their transactions and contracts.
• Support general contract review including software agreements, master services agreements, and NDAs.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and current license to practice.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience with a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Significant experience in procurement and EPC contracting.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and business-oriented approach to resolving legal issues.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to analyze complex issues and advise internal business partners appropriately.

Qualifications

• Embrace and live by the mission and values of Cypress Creek Energy.

Skills

• Strong legal background in procurement and EPC contracting.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• 15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays.
• 401(k) Match
• Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance.
• Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Phone Bill Reimbursement
• Company Swag