In-house counsel, Law​/Legal

The In-House Counsel provides legal support and risk management services for the company’s construction operations. This role is responsible for handling insurance and liability claims, contract review and negotiation, employment-related matters, regulatory compliance, and litigation management. The attorney works closely with operations, safety, HR, and executive leadership to minimize legal exposure and protect company interests.

• Manage and oversee:
• Minor auto damage and fleet accident claims
• General Liability (GL) claims
• Employment Practices Liability (EPL) and EEOC matters
• Property and equipment damage claims
• Participate in incident investigations in coordination with safety division.
• Prepare claim documentation and respond to insurers, adjusters, and counsel.
• Negotiate settlements and resolutions within authorized limits.
• Advise on exposure potential and recommend settlement ranges.
• Monitor litigation and manage outside defense counsel.
• Analyze claim trends and recommend risk reduction strategies.
• Review contracts and subcontract documents.

• Draft, review, and negotiate:
• Subcontracts
• Vendor and supplier agreements
• Equipment lease agreements
• Professional service agreements
• Evaluate risk transfer provisions, including indemnification, insurance, and limitation of liability clauses.
• Ensure contracts align with company insurance programs and risk tolerance.
• Develop standard contract templates and legal guidelines.

• Advise HR and management on:
• Terminations, discipline, and performance management
• Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims
• Leave and accommodation issues
• Wage and hour compliance
• Manage EEOC charges, agency complaints, and employment litigation in conjunction with HR staff.
• Review and update employee handbooks and policies as needed.
• Support investigations and internal complaints.
• Manage lawsuits, arbitrations, and administrative proceedings in conjunction with Risk Manager
• Coordinate discovery, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Evaluate litigation risk and provide strategic recommendations.
• Support alternative dispute resolution efforts when appropriate.
• Support acquisitions, expansions, and joint ventures.
• Advise leadership on risk exposure and legal strategy.

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in South Carolina
• Minimum 5–10 years of relevant legal experience (construction, insurance defense, corporate, or in‑house preferred)
• Strong knowledge of:
• Insurance coverage and claims handling
• Contract law and contractual risk transfer
• Litigation management
• Experience working with insurance carriers and third‑party administrators (TPAs)

• Prior in‑house experience in construction, engineering, or industrial services
• Experience in insurance defense or risk management
• Familiarity with DOT, OSHA, and heavy highway construction regulations

• Primarily office‑based with periodic jobsite visits
• Occasional travel to project sites, hearings, or meetings
• Ability to sit, stand, and use computer equipment for extended periods