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Construction & Infrastructure Corporate Counsel

Galaxy
Dallas, United States
Full time

Overview

Department

Legal

Job type

Full time

Compensation

Salary not specified

Location

Dallas, United States, North America

Company size

Mature [ 50+ employess ]

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Experienced Texas-qualified attorney specializing in construction and infrastructure contracts, advising on risk management, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. The role requires drafting, negotiating, and managing complex contractual agreements.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to the Texas State Bar and in good standing.
  • A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in construction law, with significant exposure to infrastructure projects and contract management.
  • Proven experience drafting, negotiating, and administering complex contracts in the construction industry.
  • Strong knowledge of Texas construction law and relevant federal regulations.
  • Strong relationships in the legislative community of Texas.
  • Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Experience with both public and private sector construction projects.
  • Familiarity with risk management strategies and insurance matters related to construction projects.
  • Proficiency in legal research and contract management software.
  • Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships with diverse stakeholders.

    • Responsibilities

  • Prepare, review, and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and related legal documents specific to construction and infrastructure projects.
  • Ensure contract language reflects current industry practices and complies with Texas state law and federal regulations.
  • Work closely with various internal business units to align contractual terms with project requirements.
  • Assist in resolving contractual disputes through negotiation, mediation, or arbitration.
  • Develop, implement, and update internal policies and procedures to improve contract management practices.
  • Coordinate resources with respect to negotiations, including management of outside counsel engagement where appropriate;
  • Stay current on legal trends and changes in construction and infrastructure law in Texas.
  • Draft and negotiate non-disclosure agreements;
  • Manage workflow in a highly dynamic and demanding environment while remaining highly responsive, reliable, communicative, and accountable to team leadership and other members of Galaxy; and
  • Help with other special corporate projects and such other activities as may be assigned.
  • Participating as required in business adjacent deals.
  • Strong working knowledge of corporate law, labor and employment law, and procurement strategies
  • Work closely with key stakeholders in the operating business to ensure timely execution of deals and contractual obligations.
  • Experience with power purchase agreements (PPAs), interconnection agreements, and regulatory frameworks governing the physical electricity market.
  • Able to advise on matters of ERCOT compliance
  • Handle legal matters related to transmission, distribution, and grid interconnection projects.
  • Provide legal guidance on energy trading transactions, derivatives, and hedging strategies.
  • Draft and negotiate ISDA agreements, master trading agreements, and commodity contracts.
  • Able to provide risk assessments and mitigation strategies to the business partners
  • Experience working with a diverse work force in a field operation.

    • Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
  • Flexible Time Off (i.e. unlimited paid vacation days)
  • Company paid Holidays (11)
  • Company paid sick leave
  • Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and other dependents
  • 3% 401(k) company contribution
  • Generous paid Parental Leave
  • Free virtual coaching and counseling sessions through Headspace
  • Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
  • Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
  • Employee Resource Groups
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