Corporate Counsel - Los Angeles, United States - HITT Contracting Inc.

HITT Contracting Inc.

Verified Company

Los Angeles, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates.

No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belong _at HITT_.

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Corporate Counsel

Job Description:

The Corporate Counsel will be based out of one of HITT's regional offices located in Santa Clara, Los Angeles, or Seattle, and will primarily support HITT west coast and central operations.

The Corporate Counsel will have a strong background in the Architectural, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry, including contract drafting and negotiations, claim advice, strategies for contract administration and dispute resolution, union agreements, _plus_ have strong communication skills and work ethic; be willing to grow and be challenged; work ethically, professionally and with integrity; be passionate about the core business of construction; and be willing to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

The Corporate Counsel will be an integral part of HITT's Legal and Risk Management Department. The Corporate Counsel will report to the Vice President, Counsel / Legal & Risk Management Department Head.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule with up to one day a week of remote work after successful completion of an initial onboarding period.

The Corporate Counsel will also be expected to travel to HITT's HQ in Falls Church, VA for several weeks for initial onboarding.

Responsibilities:

Draft, structure, negotiate, review, and advise on commercial construction contracts & subcontracts, and union agreements
Work with the department leaders to provide corporate leadership with legal guidance on a wide variety of matters related to the AEC industry, including without limitation: contract interpretation, contract disputes, subcontractor and supplier issues, government contracts & compliance, litigation, bankruptcy, insurance coverage and claims, bond claims, liens, and employment.
Retain and manage outside legal counsel, and provide litigation support
Respond to subpoenas
Assist with and/or lead the tracking and reporting of departmental activities and key performance indicators
Draft corporate policies, procedures, and other resources
Assist with and/or lead departmental or companywide initiatives and process improvements
Provide training to the company on a variety of legal topics
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate degree from a top accredited law school.
Excellent ability to grasp legal and business issues quickly, to balance a high heavy load, to exercise sound judgment and to provide practical and constructive legal advice in a timesensitive, dynamic, and fast paced business environment.
Ability to lead discussions with clients, attorneys, leadership, employees, and other stakeholders about a wide variety of legal issues.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong interpersonal and negotiating skills.

In accordance with California's Labor Code Section 432.

3, the base salary range for this position is:

$143, $203,500.00

HITT Contracting, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer providing opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and any other protected status in accordance with applicable law._
Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQ+ individuals are encouraged to apply._
HITT Contracting, Inc. promotes a drugfree workplace._