Corporate Attorney - Contracts

The Lane Construction Corporation is one of America's leading construction companies, specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure. For nearly 130 years, it has contributed to the development of the country's vast network of roads, highways, and bridges, including the Interstate Highway System. Lane also specializes in tunnels, metro and railway systems, as well as airports and water and wastewater treatment plants

Responsibilities:

Including but not limited to:

• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts
• Review and negotiate leases
• Resolve subcontractor related issues and bond claims
• Handle labor and employment issues
• Manage insurance claims with outside counsel
• Negotiate and review labor agreements
• Handle disputes through mediation, arbitration, and litigation
• Respond to subpoenas and discovery requests
• Review real estate transactions
• Handle bankruptcy claims
• Provide legal advice and guidance to the Company and its employees on a broad range of general corporate, financing, and international issues.
• Assist with numerous issues, including corporate governance, M&A, employee relations, litigation and risk management and oversight of the Company's international operations.
• Resolve payment/non-payment issues
• Review prequalification submittals
• Carry out job duties while maintaining Lane values
• And other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
• Admission to State Bar.
• Experience and knowledge in the construction industry
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline oriented environment
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills
• Efficiently manage a large volume and variety of transactions
• Strong interpersonal management skills
• Rapidly assess potential risks, benefits and consequences of decisions, effectively balancing legal and practical business considerations

Lane Construction offers a comprehensive benefits package with an excellent opportunity to grow and be part of one of the most respected names in the construction industry. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.