Large Projects Counsel

Quanta Services

$120K — $150K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.
  • Current license to practice law in relevant jurisdictions.
  • 5-10 years of legal transactional/commercial experience, including customer contracts.
  • Minimum 1 year experience negotiating contracts in engineering or construction.
  • Preferred experience in EPC projects related to electric power or power generation.
  • Mergers and acquisitions background preferred; litigation experience with EPC also considered.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts (EPC, Design-Build, MSA, etc.).
  • Assist various departments with contract negotiations and purchase orders.
  • Provide ongoing contract support during project execution, including on change orders.
  • Assist with claims, litigation, and regulatory investigations as necessary.
  • Travel for site visits, legal proceedings, and contract negotiations as required.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Holiday Pay
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional Development opportunities
  • Tuition Assistance
Full Job Description
About this Role

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC (QISG), a Quanta Services, Inc. company (NYSE: PWR), is looking for an experienced attorney who, in consultation with management, provides guidance, direction, and assistance on a wide variety of legal matters. The position will be based, at the employee's option, in our Houston, Texas (part of the Quanta Services, Inc. complex), Overland Park, Kansas, or Scottsdale, Arizona offices and report to QISG's Group General Counsel or his designee. Its primary focus will be the review and negotiation of large complex EPC projects in the electric power, power generation, and ancillary industries, from the initial proposal phase through project execution, as well as support of negotiations and renewals of master services agreements with customers.

Job title and compensation will be dependent upon level of relevant experience and qualifications.

What You'll Do

  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with customers (EPC, Design-Build, CMAR, MSA, etc.).
  • Assist Commercial Development, Supply Chain / Procurement, and Operations groups with negotiation of contracts and purchase orders with joint venture partners, subcontractors, and vendors.
  • Provide contract support and advise on contract issues as needed during project execution, including change orders.
  • Assist with potential claims, litigation and regulatory investigations.
  • Travel to various company locations, project sites, legal proceedings, and contract negotiations as required.
  • Other duties as assigned.


What You'll Bring

  • Juris Doctorate granted by an ABA accredited law school.
  • Current license to practice law.
  • 5 - 10 years of legal transactional/commercial experience, including customer contracts and face-to-face negotiations.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience negotiating contracts in the engineering or construction industry.
  • Experience related to EPC projects in the electric power (transmission and distribution) or power generation (natural gas) industries strongly preferred.
  • Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) deal background preferred, but litigation background with considerable
  • EPC experience will be considered.
  • Experience negotiating joint venture agreements preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Self-starter who can work independently while supporting the needs of the team.
  • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
  • Ability to communicate effectively to all levels of the organization.
  • Analytical and detail oriented.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to be self-directed and exercise independent judgment.


What You'll Get

  • Competitive Compensation
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Holiday Pay
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional Development
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Discount Program


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