Description:

The Attorney role provides legal advice and counsel in support of Burns & McDonnell's global engineering, construction, design-build, and EPC operations. This role partners closely with project teams and executive management to deliver practical, timely legal guidance on transactional, operational, and risk-related matters that advance the Burns & McDonnell's business objectives while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal standards.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Provide ongoing legal advice and counsel related to engineering, construction, design-build, EPC, and professional services projects.
Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including prime contracts, subcontracts, joint venture and consortium agreements, MOUs, term sheets, and related transactional documents.
Advise executives, management, and project teams on contractual obligations, interpretation of terms and conditions, and legal and commercial risk.
Support project teams by providing timely, responsive legal guidance aligned with Burns & McDonnell's business goals and risk tolerance.
Maintain compliance with Burns & McDonnell contracting protocols, commercial standards, policies, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts to identify legal issues, assess risk, and develop clear, actionable recommendations.
Collaborate with and manage outside counsel as needed for litigation, disputes, claims, or specialty legal matters.
Participate in the Company's risk management processes and provide regular updates to the General Counsel regarding contract status, risk analysis, and compliance matters.
Build and maintain strong working relationships across the organization and within the Legal Department.
Mentor and support the development of attorneys and legal team members; assist with internal legal training initiatives as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all Burns & McDonnell policies, procedures, and standards.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
Ability to obtain Missouri licensure.
Experience in the construction industry, supporting engineering, construction, design-build, or EPC projects is strongly preferred.
Demonstrated proficiency in contract drafting, review, and negotiations.
Working knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and legal principles affecting engineering and construction services.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal audiences, including senior leadership.
Sound judgment and the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives.
Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage a large workload with tight timelines.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of cross-functional teams.
Must be able to communicate and collaborate effectively and professionally in a team-oriented environment.
Commitment to working safely and in compliance with Burns & McDonnell's safety policies and procedures.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

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