Engineering & Construction Corporate Counsel

Sargent & Lundy • Wilmington, DE • 8h ago

Description

Sargent & Lundy provides comprehensive consulting, engineering, design, and technical analysis for power generation, power delivery, and energy projects worldwide. We have a highly professional and experienced staff dedicated to the energy business.

We are seeking an in-house attorney to counsel our engineering and design teams on methods for mitigating engineering services and construction risks though contract and claim management.

The responsibilities for this Corporate Counsel position include:

Report directly to the General Counsel

Draft, review, and negotiate professional services contracts, EPC contracts (design-build), teaming agreements, other business agreements

Early claim monitoring and management, including identification of potential risks and recommending strategies for mitigation

Notify and cooperate with insurers to investigate, tender, and track claims and incidents

Manage outside counsel and litigation related to professional liability, personal injury, and contract disputes

Monitor and review pleadings, discovery, trial preparations, and settlement negotiations

Work directly with company stakeholders on the above legal activities

Assist in the development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures

Advise on industry-specific regulations and laws

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in our Wilmington office and working remotely from home .

Qualifications

This position requires:

Juris Doctor (law) degree

At least 3 years of legal experience in the architect and engineering design or construction field.

Engineering degree (preferred)

Familiarity with general liability and professional liability insurance coverages (e.g. errors and omissions insurance)

Construction or professional services contracting experience

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Back-Up Daycare

FSA & HSA

401(k)

Pre-Tax Commuter Account

Merit Scholarship Program

Employee Discount Program

Corporate Charitable Giving Program

Tuition Assistance

First Professional Licensure Bonus

Employee Referral Bonus

Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Bereavement Leave

Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$112,410.00 - $162,710.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

CityWilmington

StateDE

CountryUnited States

Area of InterestLegal

TypeFull Time - Regular

Job ID2026-22649

Business GroupFinancial Group

DepartmentGeneral Counsel

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