Vice President & General Counsel

About the role

SSOE is seeking a strategic and business-minded Vice President & General Counsel to serve as the company’s chief legal advisor. This role provides enterprise-wide legal leadership, guiding risk management, contract strategy, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance across domestic and international operations. The General Counsel partners closely with senior leadership to enable informed decision-making, support growth initiatives, and protect the organization’s interests, while fostering a proactive, solutions-oriented legal approach aligned with SSOE’s mission and values. AI and Innovation At SSOE, we don’t just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you’ll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows. Why SSOE? Ranked Leader: We are a Great Place to Work for 9 consecutive years. Innovative Culture: We lead the AEC industry in AI integration, Lean practices, and project delivery technology. Professional Growth: Join a firm where you have the freedom to shape your own career path while supporting some of the most visionary projects in the country.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Company’s lead in-house attorney and trusted advisor to the C-Suite, Executive Management Team, and Board of Directors.
• Provide proactive, business-oriented legal advice on risk, strategy, and operations across the enterprise.
• Support Board governance activities and may serve as Corporate Secretary or Assistant Secretary, as designated.
• Develop and maintain a proactive, strategic, practical, risk-based legal framework that supports the Company’s domestic and international operations.
• Manage and oversee outside counsel relationships, including selection, budgeting, and performance.
• Develop and maintain international legal partnerships to position SSOE to adhere to international laws and regulations.
• Promote a proactive legal posture focused on risk mitigation rather than reactive issue management.
• In conjunction with Contract Manager, oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts, including client agreements, subconsultant agreements, joint ventures, NDAs, and vendor agreements. Serve as first level escalation advisor.
• Provide guidance on contract risk allocation, including limitation of liability, indemn