Description:

Description:
The Counsel is responsible for assisting in the overall management of Safe Harbor's legal department. This position plays a key role in optimizing the efficiency and coordination of legal matters for Safe Harbor. This position reports to the Associate General Counsel Legal and will work closely with the Construction & Development team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Participate in management, policy, and business deliberations and clearly communicate how legal issues will affect business operations and recommend strategies to manage legal risk
Create programs to and manage capital expenditure contract management
Draft and review construction contracts
Provide legal and business input on all aspects of day-to-day operations of the real estate asset portfolio
Draft, review, and negotiate documents
Monitor compliance with internal Safe Harbor business and legal processes and policies
Draft, negotiate, and administer construction contracts using standard industry forms (AIA, ConsensusDocs) as well as bespoke agreements, including design-build, EPC, owner–contractor, and subcontract agreements for marina construction and capital improvement projects
Advise project teams on construction procurement strategies, contractor pre-qualification, competitive bidding processes, and contract award decisions to mitigate project risk
Identify, analyze, and manage construction-related legal risks, including change order disputes, delay and disruption claims, differing site conditions, mechanic's liens, payment bond claims, and force majeure events
Counsel internal stakeholders on construction-related regulatory and permitting requirements, including environmental compliance, coastal development regulations, Army Corps of Engineers permits, and applicable federal, state, and local construction codes
Support resolution of construction disputes through negotiation, mediation, and arbitration; coordinate with outside litigation counsel on construction defect claims, surety matters, and other contentious proceedings as needed
Develop and maintain construction contract templates, playbooks, and training materials; collaborate cross-functionally with project management, procurement, risk management, finance, and operations teams to promote consistent legal standards across all capital projects

Safety and Environmental Responsibilities

Follow SHM safety and environmental rules and complete required related training
Wear proper personal protective equipment as required for the task or work area
Report all accidents, injuries, spills and near misses immediately
Technical and Physical Requirements
JD with a license to practice law in the State of Texas
3+ years of experience and demonstrated competency in law and experience in construction contracting
Have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts
Professional appearance and demeanor
Ability to work varied hours, including weekends and holidays as needed

Minimum Soft Skill Qualifications

Eagerness to engage in a growing, fast paced, and industry-leading company
Consistently treats others with dignity and respect
Genuinely serves others with humility and a positive attitude
Frequently demonstrates a bias toward action
Always communicates effectively and courteously to establish strong networks internally and externally to ensure that decisions are thoughtful of all stakeholders
Follows policies and procedures while seeking out new and better ways of accomplishing duties
Shows resolve and overcomes difficulties in a positive and productive manner
Provides responsive service to our teammates and members
Continuously puts forth the extra effort to accomplish duties
Develop sound conclusions and makes decisions based on analysis of data and understanding of the business
Works to build high performing teams while taking an interest in teammates' professional development
Organize, plan and manage teammates and processes efficiently
Unfailing commitment to continuous learning and growth
Acts with integrity and is open to feedback from all teammates
Willingly coaches teammates through change and leads all situations with positivity