H2M architects + engineers, a multidiscipline architectural, engineering, and environmental consulting firm seeks an in-house Corporate Counsel in our Risk Management department to lead contract management efforts firm-wide. In this role, you will report to the General Counsel and collaborate with various teams, including but not limited to Technical Disciplines, Marketing, HR, Finance and Operations, to provide practical and strategic legal advice and guidance.
Job Responsibilities:
In consultation with the General Counsel:
Contract review and negotiation:
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- Coordinate efforts across all business lines and collaborate with contract management staff to review, and when necessary, negotiate, the company’s consulting and sub-consultant contracts.
- Identify, research and coordinate implementation of standards for corporate contracts.
- Assist in the further development and refinement of contract guidance documents and related protocols.
- Review lease and vendor agreement related to all our offices and assist with the negotiation where needed.
Risk Management:
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- Identify potential legal risks in the company’s business operations and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Develop polices and guidelines to support the company where needed.
- Advise on issues related to liability, insurance, and risk allocation in contracts.
- Act as an in-house advisor and conduct risk management training of project engineers, architects and scientists as part of H2M’s comprehensive in-house training programs.
Dispute Resolution:
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- Manage day-to-day issues to resolve disputes, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation, working closely with external counsel as needed.
- Coordinate with insurance companies, outside counsel and staff on matters related to defensive claims; coordinate and conduct prosecution of affirmative claims (collections).
Mergers & Acquisitions:
- Assist in due diligence, negotiations, and legal documentation for mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
Other similar responsibilities as assigned.
Education and Qualifications:
- J.D. Degree; minimum of 5 years of contract and risk management experience; two additional years of litigation experience preferred; admitted to practice law in New York State.
- Combination of in-house and law firm experience desired.
- Consideration will be given to non-attorney candidates with a minimum of 10 years of contract and risk management experience the design or construction industries.
- Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clarify and communicate complex information effectively across the firm.
- Credible presence and proven abilities to be influential and provide value at all levels of an organization.
- Proven strong background and skills in reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts for professional services.
The salary range for this role is $130,000 - $175,000 annually.
- Our People: It’s our people that create our culture, execute our projects, service our clients, support our communities, and help make our company a great place to work.
- Our clients: Our clients are “why” we exist as an organization. We have the experience, expertise, and skillsets that our clients do not have yet are needed to solve the problems of the built environment.
- Our communities: We commit to creating a safe environment that fosters thriving and healthy communities through our contributions and support for numerous charitable, educational, and community-based causes and organizations.
- Job Family Risk Management
- Pay Type Salary
- Min Hiring Rate $130,000.00
- Max Hiring Rate $175,000.00
- Travel Required No
- Required Education Master’s Degree
- Job Start Date Tuesday, January 14, 2025
- $130,000 - $175,000/year