Senior Counsel

Location: Broomfield

MWH Constructors a global leader in heavy civil construction of water and wastewater facilities is currently seeking a Senior Counsel to support company operations out of our Broomfield CO corporate headquarters MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company with a focus on water and energy With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities MWH Constructors provides single source integrated design and construction services and a full range of project delivery methods Incorporating industry leading preconstruction services and safety practices the companys multi disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects including new facilities infrastructure improvement and expansion and capital construction services Essential Functions Responsible for providing legal counsel and guidance on day to day corporate activities and special situations

Analyzes legal matters arising in connection with project pursuit and execution and provides advice and counsel to project management and Senior executives

Participates in evaluation negotiation and integration of mergers and acquisitions

Support the legal and risk management functions for the organization to include contracts licensing insurance and bonding

Negotiates writes and executes agreements and contracts on behalf of the company

Researches and advises on contract status legal risks and the legal liabilities associated with different contractsagreements; anticipates unique legal issues that could impact the company

Negotiates various types of contracts teaming agreements prime contracts subcontracts and joint venture agreements

Be an active leader for construction andor engineering claims and disputes with contractors owners and subcontractors

Supports special projects such as research transactional documentation and supports changes in guidelines policies procedures and presentations

Supports in implementing MWH legal and risk policies processes and procedures

Providesfacilitates training to job site leadership on legal topics

Basic Qualifications JD degree and license to practice law Minimum 5 10 years of related work experience within an engineering or construction company or a law firm in the construction andor engineering field

Requires a comprehensive knowledge of industry business practices and the negotiation of prime contracts subcontracts teaming agreements joint venture agreements project management agreements parent company guarantees and related contracts

Proven construction claims preparations negotiations and settlement skills

Strong negotiating skills with both legal and financialcommercial issues

Strong understanding of construction insurance and bonding

Strong interpersonal and presentation skills along with the ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the organization

Strong written and oral communication skills and an ability to interact with and provide counsel to senior management

Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships within the organizations legal department and across all businesses

Possess a practical commercial and solution oriented problem solving approach

Benefits Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical dental and vision
100 Company Paid Benefits Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment AD&D Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D Short Term Disability STD Long Term Disability LTD Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents critical illness and hospital indemnity

Flexible Time Off Program includes vacation and personal time

Paid Sick and Safe Leave Paid Parental Leave Program
10 Paid Holidays
401k Plan company matching contributions up to 4

Employee Referral Program Salary Range Annually MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities MWH Constructors provides single source integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods Incorporating industry leading preconstruction and construction services the Companys multi disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects including new facilities infrastructure improvement and expansion and capital construction services Equal Opportunity Employer including disabled and veterans Please note that all positions require pre employment screening including drug and background check as a condition of employment LI AW1 LI MK1 LI DW1 LI Onsite