In-House Counsel

In‑House Counsel Location: Conti LLC Headquarters – Sterling Heights, MI Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Travel: Minimal (occasional domestic travel as needed) Position Overview Conti LLC, a national MEP construction company and subsidiary of Equans, is seeking an experienced In‑House Counsel to support its U.S. operations. This role is headquartered in Sterling Heights, Michigan, and reports directly to the CEO. The In‑House Counsel will provide legal leadership across construction operations, contracts, labor and employment matters, claims, and corporate reporting, while serving as the key liaison between Conti LLC, its outside counsel, and the Equans North America General Counsel and Ethics Officer. Applicants must include their Bar ID number with their application to verify licensure and professional standing. Scope of Work Legal Strategy & Executive Support Serve as the primary legal advisor to the CEO and executive leadership teamAdvise on legal risk, compliance, and strategic decision‑making across daily operationsBalance legal exposure with business practicality in a fast‑paced construction environment Contracts & Construction Law Lead the legal review of customer contracts, with emphasis on:One‑sided contract languageRisk allocation, indemnification, insurance, and limitation of liability provisionsProvide legal guidance related to:Specialty construction productsSubcontracted and self‑performed scopes of workReview vendor and supplier agreements (secondary focus) Claims, Risk & Dispute Management Oversee claims, disputes, and potential litigation mattersCoordinate with outside counsel on strategy, reporting, and resolutionSupport risk mitigation efforts related to construction projects and contracts Employment & Labor Law Review and support employment agreements and executive contractsPartner with the HR Director on labor and employment law matters, including: Workplace complianceEmployee relations issuesLabor law and statutory interpretationEthics and Compliance Reporting External & Parent Company Liaison Serve as Conti LLC’s point of contact with its outside counselCoordinate legal reporting and updates to the Equans North America General Counsel including:Reporting through external counselCommunication and documentation that is required by headquarters in Paris (to be submitted through the Equans North America General Counsel)Ensure alignment between U.S. legal matters and parent‑company expectations Regional & Corporate Support Provide legal support to regional leadership teams as neededPeriodically meet with Vice Presidents across the countrySupport corporate governance and compliance initiatives Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities Review and markup customer contracts for legal and commercial riskAdvise project teams and executives on contract language before executionIdentify legal exposure in one‑sided agreements and recommend mitigation strategiesRespond to ongoing legal questions from operations, HR, and leadershipCoordinate calls and correspondence with outside counsel on claims or disputesTrack open claims, employment issues, and legal action itemsProvide periodic legal updates to the CEO and executive teamCollaborate with HR on employee‑related legal matters as they arisePrepare or review legal summaries and reports for the Equans North America General Counsel Participate in meetings with regional leaders as legal issues ariseMaintain awareness of construction law developments, lien statutes, and labor regulations impacting operations Qualifications & Requirements Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law schoolActive license to practice law in the State of MichiganBar ID number required at applicationStrong background in:Construction lawContract review and negotiationConstruction‑focused clients or projectsExperience in the construction or engineering industry strongly preferredCandidates from the public sector transitioning to private industry are encouraged to applyExcellent communication skills and executive presence Compensation & Incentives Competitive base salary, commensurate with experiencePerformance‑based bonus opportunities, including:Annual incentive bonuses tied to company and individual performanceDiscretionary bonuses for exceptional contributions, risk mitigation, or claims outcomesComprehensive benefits package Why Conti LLC Opportunity to serve as the senior legal leader for a national construction organizationDirect access to executive leadership and meaningful influence on company strategyExposure to complex, high‑value construction projects and national operationsCollaborative relationship with an international parent company (Equans)