Renewable Energy Construction Associate

About the role

Husch Blackwell LLP seeks a Renewable Energy Construction Associate to join its Energy & Natural Resources Strategic Business Unit. The position is open immediately, with a preference for eight to ten years of experience, and candidates may be considered for any of the firm’s offices, including the virtual office, The Link.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contracts for renewable energy clients.
• Work primarily with attorneys in the Energy & Natural Resources Strategic Business Unit.
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously and articulate legal strategies and courses of action.
• Demonstrate exceptional judgment and the ability to work well under pressure.

Requirements

• Active bar license in the state corresponding to the office of application (or commitment to obtain one promptly).
• Eight to ten years of experience preferred.
• Experience negotiating EPC contracts for renewable energy clients.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Commitment to community service.
• Superior interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated record of working well under pressure.
• Exceptional judgment and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to articulate legal strategies and courses of action.
• Proactive, dynamic, and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Varied backgrounds, interests, and experiences contributing to a diverse candidate pool.

Skills

• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Project management and multitasking.
• Legal analysis and strategic thinking.
• Negotiation of complex EPC agreements.
• Entrepreneurial and proactive approach.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
• Associate Performance Bonus.
• Client Development Bonus.

Pay

Compensation ranges based on location:

• California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, Washington: $240,000 to $335,000.
• New York, Vermont, Washington, D.C.: $240,000 to $320,000.
• Illinois: $250,000 to $325,000.
• Minnesota: $250,000 to $290,000.
• Salaries in other markets vary according to market data.
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