Senior Counsel- Contracts (REMOTE)
**About Us
** Groundbreaker. Game changer. Pioneer.
TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.
TRC's professionals work with a broad range of commercial, industrial and government clients and the communities they serve. We deliver breakthrough solutions that address local needs -- so our clients can better succeed in an ever-changing world.
Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.
**Overview
** TRC is currently looking for a talented Contracts Lawyer to join our legal team as Senior Counsel, Contracts . The position is a full-time position residing in the Legal Department, led by the Chief Risk Officer. Experience in the A&E consulting space performing legal work in support of Power, Infrastructure, and Oil & Gas related services is required; some experience handling labor and employment matters is strongly preferred.
**_This position is REMOTE – based anywhere in the continental United States.
_** **Job Summary
** As a Contracts Lawyer you will work with project teams and lead the review, analysis, editing, negotiations, and finalization of a variety of legal documents, including engineering and consulting contracts, field services contracts, construction management contracts, subcontracts, non-disclosure agreements, bid documents, requests for proposals, requests for qualifications, and purchase order terms and conditions. You will assess risk and liability, identify ways to mitigate risk, as well as ensure compliance with our corporate policies, guidelines and procedures.
**Responsibilities
** **Position Responsibilities:
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- Review and analyze instructions, selected specifications, contracts, and terms and conditions contained in RFQs and RFPs and provide guidance to proposal/project team
- Review, analyze, and edit client contract terms and conditions, prepare comments and addenda, and provide explanations and recommendations to the project team and executives
- Review and analyze contracts including, single project and master services agreements for engineering, consulting, technical, and field services, construction management contracts, subcontracts, confidentiality/non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, license agreements, and equipment leases
- Liaise with in-house counsel, Contract Managers, and operations as appropriate
- Draft revisions and modifications to client standard agreements as well as internal standard agreements
- Draft contract amendments for renewals
- Coordinate the review of contract insurance requirements with Risk Management as necessary
- Coordinate requests for certificates of insurance with Insurance Broker
- Review client responses to terms and conditions, assist in preparing and justifying request for approval and participate in discussions with project team and executives to obtain approvals for exceptions as required by policy guidelines
- Review final contracts for completeness and inclusion of negotiated terms prior to execution
- Review and negotiate exceptions from vendors and subcontractors to TRC’s standard terms
- Provide contract support and advise project managers on contract issues/change management as needed during project execution with emphasis on risk management
- Deliver contract/risk management training
- Support the Human Resources team with respect to employment-related matters.
- Understand and adhere to all Company health and safety procedures as they relate to essential job functions
**Qualifications
** **Required Experience:
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- 10+ years’ experience reviewing and negotiating complex documents in the professional services and engineering/construction fields
- Experience dealing with commercial and public (federal, state and local municipalities) contracting and projects
- Familiarity with litigation, claims management, legal proceedings, alternate dispute resolution proceedings, and settlement negotiations
- Familiarity with FAR, ARRA and its related Buy American certification provisions, and the FCPA, OFCCP, and DCAA is a plus
- Familiarity with employment matters involving FLSA, FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, and employment contract principles is a plus
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and exercise judgment
- Strong commercial sense and client focus
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong relationship skills
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications, Excel, and PowerPoint
**Education And Other Requirements
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- Bachelor’s Degree and JD Degree
- Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience
- Some travel required to TRC offices and potentially to client offices or project sites
TRC offers advancement potential and a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401k plan with a company match. For more information, please visit our website at _http://www.trccompanies.com/
_ **About TRC
** Groundbreaker. Game changer. Innovator. TRC is a global firm providing environmentally focused and digitally powered solutions that address local needs. For more than 50 years, we have set the bar for clients who require consulting, construction, engineering, and management services, combining science with the latest technology to devise solutions that stand the test of time. TRC’s almost 7,000 professionals serve a broad range of public and private clients, steering complex projects from conception to completion to help solve the toughest challenges. We break through barriers for our clients and help them follow through for sustainable results. TRC is ranked #16 on ENR’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms in the United States. Learn more at TRCcompanies.com and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.
Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.
**Our Mission
** We understand our clients’ goals, and embrace them as our own, applying creativity, experience, integrity and dedication to deliver superior solutions to the world’s energy, environment and infrastructure challenges.
**Our Vision
** We will solve the challenges of making the Earth a better place to live — community by community.
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**EEO Statement
** TRC is an equal opportunity employer: disability/veteran. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
