Senior Construction Counsel- Energy

Reports to: Director, Operations Counsel
Location: Hybrid | Remote | San Jose, CA
Salary Range: $175,000 to $215,000. This position is eligible for the annual performance bonus plan. Final determination of starting pay will vary based on market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.

About Us

Since 1954, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers, team players and safety fanatics, proud to be part of Quanta Services (PWR:NYSE), North America's largest employer of skilled craft labor. What we do is important, but how we do it is everything.

About the Legal Team

The Legal and Risk Management team is responsible for all legal and legal-related matters such as litigation, contracts, compliance, and driving record policies. This is a diverse, complex, and often unpredictable portfolio of challenges.

About the Role

As Senior Construction Counsel, you will:

• Review, negotiate, and document sophisticated, multi-party construction contracts and change orders effectively and strategically.
• Advocate strongly for the company’s position in a variety of situations while striking an appropriate balance between limiting risk and preserving valued relationships with customers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Provide practical legal counsel within the context of a dynamic, diverse commercial enterprise.
• Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with project management and execution teams, offering legal advice on contract compliance, change order documentation, claim documentation, project notices, regulatory compliance, and subcontractor/supplier management.
• Assist with the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of best practices for construction contract risk review, contract formation, and project execution processes.
• Provide sophisticated analyses and recommendations to management regarding negotiation of contract terms, resolution or pursuit of disputes, and claims.
• Act as a strong advocate for the company in claims and litigation matters.
• Select and manage outside counsel to obtain the highest value for the company.

Requirements

• Team-oriented and highly collaborative, both when leading and being part of a team.
• Demonstrated track record of effectively coaching and consulting with internal clients.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work well with diverse personalities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong attention to detail, process development, and organizational management.
• Highly organized in working, thinking, and prioritizing.
• Motivated team player with a flexible, can-do attitude.
• Creative problem solver with keen intellect.
• Proficiency with Adobe, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) is required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Bar admission in at least one state; must have good standing in all states where admitted.
• At least 7 years of experience in a combination of law firm and in-house legal department settings, with a focus on construction law.

Benefits

We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.