Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM's Design and Consulting Services-Americas legal department is actively seeking a creative, highly talented attorney to provide dedicated legal support to AECOM's Advisory Services business line. This will partner closely with Advisory Services leadership and project teams to support multidisciplinary engagements across the public and private sectors.
This is a hybrid position including a combination of both remote and in-office work, and may be based in a variety of locations with a significant AECOM office.
The appropriately qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate an established career in the engineering, advisory, construction, consulting, and/or other technical services industry.
The responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
Provide guidance on risk management and adherence to company policies in support of the Advisory Services business line
Structure, draft, and negotiate complex professional services agreements, including master services agreements, statements of work, teaming arrangements, and strategic partnerships to public and private sector clients
Support multiple offices and collaborate with other legal team members as needed based on experience and workload, with a primary focus on Advisory Services
Serve as the primary legal partner to consulting and advisory teams across strategy, transformation, infrastructure advisory, and related engagements
Support client pursuits, contract negotiations, and deal structuring in real time alongside business and commercial leads
Translate legal issues into clear, actionable business guidance for senior leaders and client-facing professionals
Prepare and review disclosures to public agencies and support corporate secretary functions as needed
Research and analyze legislation, case law, legal precedents, and emerging government policies relevant to Advisory Services and contract-specific matters
Prepare and review legal memoranda and briefs relating to organizational risks and activities
Work with management and staff to resolve pre-litigation disputes and potential claims
Manage external counsel relationships and litigation budgets
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
JD from an accredited law school plus at least 5 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Member in good standing with any U.S. state bar
Demonstrated legal experience with a major advisory, engineering, professional services company, contractor, or law firm in the areas of advisory, engineering, and/or construction law
Capable of presenting before senior management
Capable of working independently with minimal oversight
Demonstrated drafting and negotiation experience involving professional services and construction related agreements
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to travel periodically - approximately 10%
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience at an engineering, consulting, architecture or construction company
Well-developed communications skills; ability to clearly and concisely express legal issues and analysis as it pertains to business and technical concerns to executive management, commercial and finance colleagues, technical colleagues and peers
Outgoing, personable and a team player
Self-driven & resourceful to achieve goals independently and in groups
Flexibility to adjust and thrive in an environment with changing requirements, schedules and priorities
Ability to generate ideas, make recommendations & come to consensus
Excellent writing, presentation, and meeting facilitation skills
Additional Information
Sponsorship for US work authorization is not available, now or in the future, for this position
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community-where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10148328
Business Line: Geography OH
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: AME Support
Career Area: Legal
Work Location Model: Hybrid
