Description:

Job Description:
The Legal Counsel, Construction & Infrastructure at A Fixed Base Operator (FBO) Network will serve as a key legal advisor for large-scale capital projects across our global network. This includes greenfield developments, new construction, major facility renovations, and infrastructure expansions. This individual will play a critical role in mitigating risk, ensuring legal compliance, managing external counsel, and supporting project execution from planning through post-construction.

Responsibilities:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide legal counsel on the full lifecycle of construction and infrastructure projects, including site acquisition, zoning and permitting, contract negotiation, and project closeout.
Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements, including design-build, construction management, professional services, vendor/supplier contracts, and related consulting agreements.
Identify and address potential legal risks in design, construction, financing, and operational phases. Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations.
Partner cross-functionally with Real Estate, Construction, Operations, Finance, and Environmental teams to align legal support with business objectives.
Oversee and manage outside counsel engaged for complex construction litigation, permitting, or regulatory matters, ensuring alignment with budget and business goals.
Advise on and support the resolution of disputes related to construction delays, defects, change orders, or payment issues, including managing mediation, arbitration, or litigation as needed.
Stay current on construction law developments, industry best practices, and environmental regulations impacting infrastructure projects. Help implement internal policies and procedures accordingly.
Support legal due diligence for potential acquisitions or site development opportunities involving construction considerations.

Qualifications:
Minimum Education and/or Experience:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction required.
Minimum of 4-7 years of legal experience with a strong background in construction law, infrastructure projects, and real estate development.
Prior experience in aviation, transportation, commercial real estate, or similar highly regulated industries is strongly preferred, but not required.

Additional knowledge and skills:

Deep understanding of construction-related legal concepts (e.g., AIA, FIDIC, lien law, indemnification, delay damages, etc.)
Strong negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills.
Ability to manage multiple high-value projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication and business acumen.
Proven ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
Demonstrated sound judgment and strategic thinking.
This role may require periodic domestic and international travel to job sites, external meetings, or industry conferences (approximately 10–20%).