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Associate Counsel

Irvine, California, United States · On-site

Senior

Overview Who is OHLA USA? We are a company who believes in building a better, safer, more sustainable world for generations to come. We are committed to making a difference within our communities, who depend on the safet…

Skills: Contract Negotiation, Dispute Resolution, Litigation Supervision, Corporate Governance, Regulatory Compliance

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Project Manager

Miami, Florida, United States · On-site

Senior+

Overview Who is OHLA USA? We are a company who believes in building a better, safer, more sustainable world for generations to come. We are committed to making a difference within our communities, who depend on the safet…

Skills: Project Scheduling, CPM Analysis, Contract Management, Subcontractor Management, Budgeting

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Associate Counsel

OHLA USA

Irvine, California, United States • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • postgraduate degree
  • Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance
  • Posted 9d ago
  • Apply by Jun 18
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The Associate Counsel will draft and negotiate construction and commercial contracts while managing disputes, claims, and outside counsel for litigation. They will also advise senior executives on legal, operational, and regulatory risks and collaborate with project teams on-site.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Juris Doctor or LL.M degree and be admitted to the California Bar. At least 5 years of experience is required, with a strong preference for a background in public contracting and complex client advisory.

Full job description

Overview

Who is OHLA USA?

 

We are a company who believes in building a better, safer, more sustainable world for generations to come. We are committed to making a difference within our communities, who depend on the safety and reliability of the structures we build and is possible with our main asset, our people!

 

OHLA USA brings together the construction industry's most diverse talent who thrive in a collaborative work environment and appreciate challenges and opportunities. We currently have an opportunity for an Assosciate Counsel in Irvine, CA, reporting to our Genral Counsel. 


Responsibilities

  • Draft and negotiate a wide range of construction and commercial contracts
  • Develop strategies for resolving disputes and claims and supervise outside counsel on litigation
  • Represent OHLA in mediations and attend arbitrations as client representative
  • Draft corporate documents, joint venture, and partnership agreements
  • In conjunction with legal department, advise senior-level executives on legal, operational, compliance and regulatory risk and corporate governance matters
  • Develop deep relationships with our construction project teams and key business partners
  • Develop and implement strategies across the organization to improve our legal processes and reduce risk
  • Tour our projects throughout the region and assist project staff as necessary

Qualifications

  • Education: A Juris Doctor or LL.M degree
  • CA Bar
  • Experience: At least 5+ years of experience with background in public contracting strongly preferred
  • Prior experience directly advising clients on complex matters.
  • Solid experience in balancing business needs and risk

Skills:

  • Fluency in Lexis, MS Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint and proficiency in MS Excel (Word, Outlook, Excel)
  • Analytical skills and ability to develop reasoning independently.
  • Brilliant writing skills - ability to craft compelling and persuasive narratives and draft favorable agreements without legalese.
  • A high EQ and IQ
  • Meticulous attention to detail

Abilities:

  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing demands and adjust to rapidly changing priorities. 
  • A friendly and professional manner that engenders trust.
  • A tolerance of ambiguity that comes in moments when the best answer is not obvious.
  • To be open to the views and experiences of others and the learning that comes through feedback
  • An ability to see opportunities as they arise.
  • A strong interest in working on big infrastructure projects that change lives.
  • To read and interpret financial statements and documents.
  • A strong desire to be seen as a well-versed, trusted advisor and expert who brings tremendous value to the organization.

Additional Benefits offered by OHLA USA:

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
  • Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of employment
  • Personal Time Off Program (PTO)
  • Engaging work environment
  • And much more!!

To learn more about OHLA USA, visit our website www.ohla-usa.com

 

OHLA ADA Message: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will require the ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; Employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud noise.

OHLA EEO Message: OHLA USA and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. VEVRAA Federal Contractor 

 


Minimum Salary

USD $160,000.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary

USD $190,000.00/Yr.

Related keywords

Construction LawCommercial ContractsJoint Venture AgreementsPartnership AgreementsPublic ContractingLegal Risk ManagementCorporate GovernanceArbitrationMediationInfrastructure ProjectsCA BarJuris DoctorLL.MLexisCompliance

About OHLA USA

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We Build Excellence

Industry
Construction
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
East Elmhurst, NY
LinkedIn followers
21,813

OHLA USA is a leader in the construction industry, backed by a 100-year legacy of delivering complex civil infrastructure projects worldwide. OHLA USA represents the U.S. arm of international construction company OHLA Group, headquartered in Madrid, Spain. The United States is OHLA's largest region globally in terms of revenue and volume of work. The company has more than 2,000 engineering and construction professionals across the region and specializes in the design, financing, construction and modernization of highways, bridges, rail and transit systems, hospitals, and schools. OHLA USA regional headquarters are located in College Point, New York, and has operations in six states including New York, Florida, California, Illinois, Massachusetts, and Maryland. Mission OHL NA's mission is to build infrastructure connecting people and businesses from coast to coast. Our dedicated employees, local and global expertise, and innovative solutions are the foundation of our success. Vision Our vision is to be North America’s preeminent construction company built with pride and passion, committed to safety, quality, innovation and excellence within the communities where we live and work. Divisions of OHLA USA include: OHLA USA Inc. Community Asphalt Judlau Contracting Inc. OHLA Building, Inc.

Offices: 75-20 Astoria Blvd, East Elmhurst, NY 11370, US

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About OHLA USA

LinkedInVisit site

We Build Excellence

Industry
Construction
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
East Elmhurst, NY
LinkedIn followers
21,813

OHLA USA is a leader in the construction industry, backed by a 100-year legacy of delivering complex civil infrastructure projects worldwide. OHLA USA represents the U.S. arm of international construction company OHLA Group, headquartered in Madrid, Spain. The United States is OHLA's largest region globally in terms of revenue and volume of work. The company has more than 2,000 engineering and construction professionals across the region and specializes in the design, financing, construction and modernization of highways, bridges, rail and transit systems, hospitals, and schools. OHLA USA regional headquarters are located in College Point, New York, and has operations in six states including New York, Florida, California, Illinois, Massachusetts, and Maryland. Mission OHL NA's mission is to build infrastructure connecting people and businesses from coast to coast. Our dedicated employees, local and global expertise, and innovative solutions are the foundation of our success. Vision Our vision is to be North America’s preeminent construction company built with pride and passion, committed to safety, quality, innovation and excellence within the communities where we live and work. Divisions of OHLA USA include: OHLA USA Inc. Community Asphalt Judlau Contracting Inc. OHLA Building, Inc.

Offices: 75-20 Astoria Blvd, East Elmhurst, NY 11370, US

ConstructionCommercial Real EstateReal EstateCivil Engineering
View all jobs at OHLA USA

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