Managing Counsel

About the Role

The Managing Counsel will function as a member of the senior management team reporting directly to the CEO of Linbeck Group, LLC.  The Managing Counsel is the Project Support Services department leader.  Duties also include providing general legal guidance and problem-solving advice to the CEO, senior managers, project teams, and other internal departments.

Skills & Qualifications

• BA or BS degree from an accredited college or university
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Current license to practice law in Texas
• 10+ years of experience in transactional law.  Experience in construction and/or insurance is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent problem solving and training skills

Primary Duties

• Prepare and review owner contracts, subcontracts, purchase contracts, service agreements, consulting agreements, equipment leases, settlement agreements, JV and teaming agreements, and other legal documents.  
• Collaborate with project leadership in negotiating contract terms with owners, consultants, partners, and subcontractors.
• Advise and coordinate legal support to internal departments and project teams.
• Collaborate with CEO in the selection and management of external counsel, litigation, and claims.
• Draft and update templates and internal guidelines for approval by CEO
• Organize and present training on legal and risk management topics.
• Facilitate task force and committee meetings.
• Supervise PSS Facilitators and Coordinators.
• Prepare and monitor PSS budget.

Physical Requirements

Must be physically fit enough to function safely on a project site and office setting.   This includes the following:

Additional Requirements

Linbeck Group and its affiliates are committed to maintaining a working environment that encourages mutual respect, promotes respectful and productive relationships between co-workers, and is free from all forms of prohibited harassment or discrimination of any Employee or applicant for employment by or against any person, including supervisors, co-workers, temporary or seasonal workers, vendors, or customers. As a result, the Company prohibits any form of harassment or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.